Mayor Candidates Respond: Goals
Ahead of the City of Jackson Municipal Election, we sat down with five of the mayoral candidates for their responses on a series of topics. Each candidate was asked the same questions…
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Ground broke on senior citizen center
JACKSON, Tenn. – A new center will be built in Jackson for all senior citizens to enjoy. The City of Jackson held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new senior center…
Weakley Co. Sheriff's Office warns of scam
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Weakley County Sheriff's Office is warning of a scam. The sheriff's office said, via Facebook, that they received complaints of person calling themselves Deputy Marcus Hopper, saying there are warrants for the victim's arrest.…
Ribbon-cutting ceremony held for revamped field
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Freed-Hardeman University over the weekend. The ceremony marked the opening of the Five Wells Field, which has been undergoing improvement for years thanks to Steve and Judy Wells. “The partnership…
Shaved ice stand changes locations, adds storefront downtown
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Things just got a little sweeter in the Hub City. Offering gourmet shaved ice in a variety of flavors, Seb's Shaved Ice could formerly be found near North Side High School along North Highland. However, the local…
Kirkland Cancer Center receives donation from Milan Masonic Lodge
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local fraternal organization held an event to raise funds to help those who are battling cancer. The Milan Masonic Lodge made a donation to the Kirkland Cancer…
Female body found in Hardin County, authorities seek ID
UPDATE: Hardin County Sheriff Department: "The Hardin County Sheriff's Department would like to notify the public that the body that was found in Hardin County has been identified. We appreciate all the leads that the public has given us in…
'Police impersonator' arrested in motel drug bust
BELLS, Tenn. -- Authorities say a "police impersonator" was arrested during a drug bust outside a local motel. According to the West Tennessee Drug Task Force, agents with the 28th District conducted an operation at the Rama Inn in Bells…
'To Kill a Mockingbird' performances kick off in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Theatre Guild held a preview party Wednesday night as they prepared for the opening of their "To Kill a Mockingbird" performances. Opening night will be…
TDOT celebrates Work Zone Awareness Week
WEST MADISON COUNTY, TN -- Every year the Tennessee Department of Transportation celebrates Work Zone Awareness week in April. The week is used to spread awareness about driver safety in work…
Mayor Candidates Respond: Economy
Ahead of the City of Jackson Municipal Election, we sat down with five of the mayoral candidates for their responses on a series of topics. Each candidate was asked the same questions…
Jackson sees several shootings over one month period
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In the past month, there have been several shootings in Jackson, many of which are still under investigation. According to the Jackson Police Department, around 8:55 p.m. on March…
Local business mourns loss of general manager
PARIS, Tenn. -- A local business is mourning the loss of one of their own. Peppers Automotive Group announced on Facebook the passing of their General Manager, Daron Harrison. The automotive groups says all of their dealerships will be…
Dr. Sean Evans speaks to Downtown Rotary
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Downtown Rotary welcomed Dr. Sean Evans as this week's special guest. Evans is professor of political science and chair of the department of political science. Originally from…
Ground broke on new men's homeless shelter
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A groundbreaking ceremony was held on a new project. According to the City of Jackson, construction will begin in the spring on the new men's homeless shelter.…
