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Local university to host Maribeth McGuire Lecture

MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- A local university is hosting the Maribeth McGuire Lecture. Bethel says the inaugural lecture will feature a poetry reading by Dr. James Scruton, who will present selections from his two most recent collections, "Crossing the Days," "The…

Third women's self-defense class to be held March 25

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A third women's self-defense class is being held on March 25. A news release says this will be third free class aimed at preparing citizens to protect themselves, and promote prevention and situational awareness. “We want to…

Local group to host breakfast fundraiser March 25

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The East Madison County Community Association is preparing for their annual fundraiser. The association will present a pancake/waffle breakfast on Saturday, March 25. The menu will include pancakes, waffles, eggs, bacon/turkey bacon, ham, sausage, and coffee/juice/water. Plates…

'Misfits Market Expo' to be held in Jackson Saturday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Residents are invited to shop the Misfits Market Expo this weekend in Jackson. The first-of-its-kind event is described as a pop-up shop with unique vendors and artists, also offering tattoo and piercing opportunities. Organizers say they have…

TBI investigates officer-involved shooting in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- At the request of District Attorney General Jody Pickens, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting in Jackson. According to the TBI, Jackson Police Department officers responded to a report of shots fired…

Madison County Democratic Party to elect new leaders at convention

JACKSON, Tenn. -- All Madison County Democrats are welcome to attend a convention later this month. The Madison County Democratic Party plans to elect new leaders at a Reorganization Convention on Saturday, March 25. During the event, local Democrats will…

UTM Spring College Rodeo to be held in April

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The 55th Annual University of Tennessee at Martin Spring College Rodeo is kicking off next month. Tickets are available now for the three-day event, which will take place from April 13-15 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. Considered one…

City of Jackson opens applications for Mayor's Youth Council

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Applications for the 2024-2025 Mayor's Youth Council are now being accepted by the City of Jackson. High school students who are entering their junior year in the 2024-2025 academic school year are eligible, with a new process…

Meet the new Miss Teen Volunteer America

JACKSON, Tenn. ---The newly crowned Miss Teen Volunteer America speaks with us on her big win. Wood wins out of 40 talented girls who traveled from all over the country…

New space opens to help homeless in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn.---A new space opens to help the homeless. The Room at the Inn, located at First United Methodist Church in downtown Jackson, has dedicated their mission center space for the…

Local resident announces mayoral candidacy

JACKSON, Tenn.--A local woman announces her run for mayor. On Sunday, Lisa Williams-Lyons announced her candidacy for Jackson City Mayor at Forest Hills Park. Many people were in attendance to show…

JPD responds to pedestrian struck by SUV

JACKSON, Tenn. --- A pedestrian is struck by a vehicle. According to Jackson Police Department, a pedestrian was walking on Carriage House Drive and was struck by an SUV. According…

King's First Queen event returns

A special event was held for mothers and sons. On Saturday, North Parkway Middle School hosted the King's First Queen event. This is an event where mothers and their sons can…

Miss Teen Volunteer Pageant: Final Night

JACKSON, Tenn. ---Teens compete for the crown in the final day of the Miss Teen Volunteer America pageant. On Saturday, it was a day of emotions, glitz, and glam as the…

Winning artists recognized

JACKSON, Tenn. ---An annual event comes back to the Hub City. On Saturday, the winners of the Colors of Music contest were celebrated at The Ned Performing Arts Center. Now…

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