Pastor talks about fundraiser to support Bob's Burgers owners
BELLS, Tenn. -- A local church is raising money for a family in need. Early Tuesday morning, a staple of the Bells community went ablaze in a massive fire. The restaurant called Bob's…
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Local election commission changes voting precincts
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Next election, you may be voting at a different precinct then you were before. The Madison County Election Commission met to discuss changes regarding precinct voting locations. "Today we approved…
Karen Knotts, daughter of Andy Griffith Show star, speaks ahead of tour
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Don Knotts is a well known actor who was in the spotlights for decades, leaving behind an inheritance of joy that his daughter continues to share. "I've actually been…
GALLERY: Food giveaway held in Selmer
SELMER, Tenn. -- The Mid-South Food Bank held a food giveaway on Wednesday. The mobile pantry utilizes refrigerated vehicles to provide nutritious food in a drive-thru setup to individuals facing food insecurity…
College's vice president of academic affairs speaks at Rotary Club
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local college vice president spoke about their future at the Jackson Rotary Club. Lane College's Vice President of Academic Affairs, Daryll H. Coleman shared the vision of…
Jackson police: Welfare check ends in apparent suicide
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating after a welfare check ends in an apparent suicide. Around 7:05 p.m. on Tuesday, January 24, officers were dispatched to Madison Place Apartments, located at 112 Rhone Street, in reference to…
Blue Oval City job fair comes to Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local college provided information about thousands of new jobs. Jackson State Community College hosted Walbridge Construction, as they brought the Blue Oval City Job Fair…
Jackson-Madison schools announce more investments into teachers' pay
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System announces additional investments into their teachers' pay. A news release states that teachers will receive bonus pay for their individual Level of Effectiveness (LOE) based on student achievement during the 2021-2022 school…
Students get shopping trip with police officers
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Boys and Girls Club of Jackson partnered with the Jackson Police Department and Dick's Sporting Goods of Jackson to award students for good behavior. "We've selected…
10 students awarded scholarships
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Leaders Education Foundation has awarded a new scholarship to 10 students from West Tennessee. The Workforce Readiness Scholarship is a $9,500 award split among 10 students who attend with…
Tyson gives update on Newbern expansion
NEWBERN, Tenn. -- Tyson released an update on efforts to expand into Newbern. Tuesday, a news release from Tyson said that the final two phases of their $20 million expansion is underway.…
Trees available for reserve for Tennessee Tree Day
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Looking to spruce up your yard? You can claim your new tree ahead of Tree Day! According to the Tennessee Environmental Council, residents of the state will be able to reserve a tree for small donation up…
Fundraiser being held to support Bob's Burgers owners
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Bells community is coming together to help Bob's Burgers, and you can be a part of it. The restaurant was lost to an early morning fire on Tuesday. The Bells First Baptist Church is hosting a…
Suicide prevention fundraiser to be held in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local musician is hosting an event for suicide prevention. Tosh Newman, a country music singer and songwriter, is hosting a fundraising event at Hub City Brewing Friday night. The event will not only raise funds for…
Issue of sex trafficking raised after August 2021 arrest
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The topic of sex trafficking has been raised after a local man was arrested. Christopher Clark was arrested by the Jackson Police Department in August of 2021. Clark offered money…
