Mayor Candidates Respond: Housing
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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Woman arrested after allegedly shooting person in head
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A woman from Henderson County has been arrested for allegedly shooting a person in the head. According to the US Marshal Service, 60-year-old Bobbie Delk, of Henderson County, was arrested Tuesday in Jackson. They say that on…
Teacher salaries, charter schools discussed
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board held a special work session, discussing several important topics. The committee in charge of doing the necessary research regarding a potential charter school…
Car show to benefit Carl Perkins Center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An event is being held to support the Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse. According to a news release, Parkway Christian Auto Club of Jackson will be hosting their sixth annual "Blue Suede Shoes…
556 fallen law enforcement officers to be honored
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The names of 18 fallen Tennessee officers will soon be enshrined in our nation's capital. In May, a total of 556 names of U.S. law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty will be added…
Annual RIFA event shows appreciation to volunteers
JACKSON, Tenn. -- RIFA shows appreciation for their volunteers. RIFA hosted its annual Volunteer Appreciation event on Tuesday, sponsored by Cadence Bank, at Baker Brothers BBQ downtown Jackson. Mayor Scott Conger addressed…
Horse riding therapy program to hold grand opening in Huntingdon
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- A new program will offer unique opportunities to the Carroll County community. Equestrian by Cachengo will hold its grand opening from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 22.…
Annual conference inspires greatness among African American leaders
JACKSON, Tenn. -- African American leaders gather for an annual conference. The University of Tennessee at Martin's WestStar Leadership Program hosted the 24th Annual African American Leadership Conference on Tuesday at the…
Run/walk to honor Lexington's Tyler Spann at Beech Lake
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Lexington community will honor one of their own at an upcoming event. The Tyler Spann 5K Color Run & 1-mile Fun Walk will be held at Beech Lake on Saturday, May 13. The run/walk honors the…
Upcoming golf tournament to support Wreaths Across America
SHARON, Tenn. -- A first-time event is taking place in Weakley County for a good cause. The first Wreaths Across America Charity Golf Tournament will take place at the Persimmon Hills Golf Course in Sharon on Saturday, April 22. Wreaths…
City announces 2023 resurfacing street plan
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you've driven along some roads here in Jackson, you might've noticed a pothole or a possible repavement. Every year, streets are repaved in the City of Jackson,…
Legislation would allow fireworks in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Madison County Commission held their monthly meeting Monday evening. The commission asked the Tennessee General Assembly to repeal chapter 479 of the Private Acts of 1949, which would make fireworks…
Ayers Foundation reports record number of FAFSA champions
PARSONS, Tenn. -- The Ayers Foundation Trust says there was a record number of FAFSA champions. According to a news release, 16 schools earned the title of FAFSA Champion 2022-2023 academic year: Big Sandy School Camden Central High School Claiborne…
9th annual Captain's Challenge exceeds goal
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The ninth annual Captain's Challenge at a local university has exceeded its donor goal. According to a news release, the University of Tennessee at Martin was able to raise more than $440,000 back on April 5. The…
Nursery owner shares tips for planting season
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the arrival of warmer weather, many West Tennesseans will be outdoors for planting season. Jeff Flowers, the owner of Nursery North, shared one of the biggest mistakes you…
