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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…

Bells restaurant total loss after early morning fire

BELLS, Tenn. -- Early on Tuesday morning, a call was made concerning a beloved restaurant in Bells, Tennessee: Bob's Burgers. "Upon arrival, we found heavy smoke coming from Bob's Burgers," said…

New field manager named for Jackson Rockabillys

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local summer baseball team has announced their first manager. The Jackson Rockabillys introduced their inaugural field manager, former Major League Baseball player Matt Franco, Tuesday morning at the…

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