City Council discusses litter, animal care center, more
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The agenda was full for the Jackson City Council meeting Tuesday morning. One of the first items brought to the city council was to add a new code regarding litter.…
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Barber School offering free haircuts for students under 13
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local business is making sure young students look their best so they can feel their best as school starts back. The Barber School in Jackson is giving…
FHU appoints new senior vice president
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University has a new senior vice president. According to a news release, Dave Clouse, the now former vice president for community engagement, will be taking on the new role immediately. The release says that Clouse is…
Concerns reappear over 'brown water' in Huntingdon, officials say 'safe to drink'
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- Officials respond after residents continue to raise concerns about their water quality. Last week, we received information and photos from viewers regarding water discoloration in Huntingdon. This follows reports of similar issues we previously covered in May.…
City to hold public event to hear feedback, discuss future of Jackson Plaza
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is holding a community open house to discuss the future of Jackson Plaza. The Jackson Plaza Sub Area, which includes the former Service Merchandise building, is located in north Jackson near the intersection…
Dr. Margaret Taylor • A Step Ahead West TN
Can you share the story behind your business and what inspired you to start it? How does it align with your personal values and the needs of your community? The agency began because of a Shelby County Juvenile Court judge…
6th annual Porchfest showcases local music to celebrate 731 Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In celebration of 731 Day on Monday, Jackson Hidden Tracks hosted the 6th Annual Porchfest. Families and neighbors came together for the free event to enjoy live music from…
731 Day Celebrated with Water Balloon Fight
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In celebration of 731 Day, the 8th Annual Water Balloon Fight was held on Monday. The water balloon fight is organized by Town and Country Realtors. It took…
Local man speaks about overcoming drug addiction
JACKSON, Tenn. -- James Blankenship delivered a powerful speech about his life and overcoming drug addiction during the Old Hickory Rotary Club's Monday meeting. Blankenship says he went from a heavy drug addiction…
First-ever Hub City Film Festival set for early August
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The first-ever Hub City Film Festival will take place August 5 and August 6. at The Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center in downtown Jackson. Presented by…
Auditions to be held for 'The Play That Goes Wrong'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Auditions are set to be held for "The Play That Goes Wrong" by the Jackson Theatre Guild. The guild says auditions for their fall production will be August 5 and August 6 at 2 p.m. It will…
Annual event to help veterans, their families on August 4
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual event is being held to bring resources and the community together to engage our veterans and their loved ones. Vendors and agents will be set up on…
Downtown businesses offer sales for 731 Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- 731 Day made an annual return to the Hub City, with businesses offering great deals and savings. Several Hub City businesses had a variety of opportunities for everyone…
Trenton police say two people shot Friday night
TRENTON, Tenn. – The Trenton Police Department says two people were shot Friday night. Around 9 p.m., officers were sent to Lexington Street, where they found two victims with gunshot wounds. The department says that one person was flown to…
WOW Wagon makes stop in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Have you ever been wowed by the power of a book? Well, this wagon has made it a mission to bring the joy of reading to children here…
