Local university earns Military Friendly School ranking
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee university has earned the Military Friendly School gold ranking. According to a news release,…
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Women's History Month • Week 4
Kimberley Harville Occupation District Manager of WM What’s New at WM? WM is implementing a “People First” atmosphere which welcomes and observes everyone. Which includes diversity and inclusion of all people in different walks of life. On a monthly basis…
2022 Man of the Year named by Exchange Club
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A group in the Hub City has named their 2022 Jackson Man of the Year. Jackson just celebrated 200 years of existence, and Jerry Gay was…
Career fair highlights job spots with local school system
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System hosted a career fair on Tuesday. The event was held at the Oman Arena to help the school system prepare for the 2023-2024…
Rehearsal held for upcoming 'Mary Poppins' performance
MILAN, Tenn. -- Those with a love for the theatre are preparing for a big performance weekend. Performers held a rehearsal at Milan Middle School on Tuesday in preparation for…
Education Foundation talks finances
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Education Foundation held a meeting Tuesday afternoon, and the biggest topic of discussion was finances. The foundation has come back together after a few years of…
Postpartum support group to meet each month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A group dedicated to those facing postpartum is meeting each month. The West Tennessee Postpartum Support Group meets every last Sunday of the month at Your CBD Store in Jackson. The group provides peer support, a safe…
Bomb unit crafts beeping eggs for inclusive Easter egg hunt
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local law enforcement is hosting an event for those with disabilities. The Jackson Police Department Bomb Unit is hosting an "Easter Eggs-plosion'' event on Saturday, April 1. It will…
Bethel student selected for Red Cross program
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- A Bethel student has been selected for a Red Cross program. According to a news release, sophomore Gracelyn Eaves will get an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C. through the Red Cross Leadership Program for 2023. “I’ve…
City council candidate holds news conference
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A candidate for city council held a news conference at City Hall to share his platform and ideas. Byron Elam is running for city council District 6. Elam…
Local school receives Lighthouse designation
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local school celebrated a big accomplishment on Tuesday. Haywood Elementary School received word right before their spring break that they, after many years of improvements and…
UT Martin to host Spring Preview Day
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin is hosting Spring Preview Day. On April 1, anyone who is thinking about heading to UT Martin is…
Jackson mayoral candidate Paul Sherrod arrested
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A mayoral candidate is behind bars in the Hub City. According to information online, Paul Sherrod was taken into custody on Tuesday morning. Records…
Student suspended for filming fight
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After a student posted a video of a fight at a local school, her mother says she was suspended longer than those who were fighting. Baily Yelverton, a mom of…
Jackson Parks to host several events over next few months
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Recreation and Parks Department has much more to offer over the next couple of months. Their calendar for March is already filled with a list different activities and classes available for local residents. Residents have…
