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Families gather for community giveaway at Muse Park

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Families gathered at Muse Park in Jackson on Saturday morning for a giveaway hosted by Pressed Outreach Ministry. Around 40 pallets of items were distributed, including household items, food…

Cleanup Day to rid Jackson residents of unwanted items

JACKSON, Tenn. --If you have unwanted items in your home, such as mattresses or old furniture, an event by the City of Jackson’s Health and Sanitation Department may be exactly what you need.  City of Jackson…

Jackson library offers fun way to exercise

JACKSON, Tenn. --Need a little boogie in your step? The library is here to help. Jackson-Madison County Library has announced a new program to be held on Fridays. The library will now offer a line dancing program weekly at 10:00…

Whiteville parties for a good cause

WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- The Town of Whiteville spent their Friday evening in formal attire and partying with a purpose. Whiteville Mayor Gene Bowden and his wife are both celebrating birthdays…

Jackson-Madison County Birthday Bash gets closer and closer

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The countdown to the Bicentennial Celebration is getting closer. The final First Friday event was held to wrap up the many celebrations put on within the past year. "We have truly celebrated this year-long bicentennial process. We've…

Grand opening held for Men of Hope

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local nonprofit celebrated a new addition to the community. On Friday, the Christian-based nonprofit Hope Recovery Center celebrated the grand opening of their Men of…

Lexington man already behind bars faces new charge

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A man that was already behind bars is now facing a new charge. The Lexington Police Department says that Joshua Fields, of Lexington, is now facing a charge of second-degree murder in the death of William Cagle.…

Jackson-Madison County Library offers Writer's Club

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library has a club for writers. The library says the Writer's Club offers members the chance to talk about writing, such as poetry, novels, short stories, memoirs, and more. You can sign up to…

Multi-vehicle crash leads to standstill along interstate

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A multi-vehicle crash brought eastbound traffic to a standstill along Interstate 40. Officials with the Tennessee Highway Patrol say the crash caused traffic to pile up from Mile Marker 78 to Mile Marker 79. So…

FHU Theatre to present 'Murder on the Orient Express' this month

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- The FHU Theatre's Alumni Show returns this month with a production of "Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express." Rehearsals are currently underway for the show, with this version including a twist that combines characters and…

Jackson Arts Council launches the Jackson Art Box

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Arts Council is announcing the launch of the Jackson Art Box project for the upcoming school year. The project will provide students in the Jackson-Madison County School System with boxes of free art supplies. A…

Body found in Henderson Thursday night, police confirm

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- The Henderson Police Department confirms the discovery of human remains on Thursday night. According to a press release, on the evening of August 4, officers responded to a grassy area just off the street on Newsome Avenue…

AP News Guide: A look at Tennessee's primary elections

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee’s primary elections Thursday will determine party nominees for governor, Congress and state legislative seats. Campaign signs are posted outside a polling location on the first day of early voting July 15, 2022, in…

AJ Massey secures vote for Madison County mayor

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new mayor has been chosen in Madison County. AJ Massey took the lead with over 8,000 votes, beating out his opponent Fren'Cherry Miller. "It's overwhelming at the moment for sure, but it's exciting. Madison County has…

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