theLOCAL to welcome three new shops in September
JACKSON, Tenn. -- New businesses are coming to the downtown Jackson area. The three new businesses are coming to theLOCAL, a space in downtown where micro-business owners get a…
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Redbone's celebrates 16 years of service
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson restaurant threw a party and invited their customers! Redbone's Restaurant in Jackson is celebrating another year in business, and held a Sweet 16 party Tuesday evening, celebrating 16 years serving their customers. The restaurant…
UPDATE: Jackson police say Douglass Reasons found safe
UPDATE: (8/24/22) -- The Jackson Police Department confirms Douglass Reasons has been found safe. JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is asking people to be on the lookout. The department says that 68-year-old Douglass Ray Reasons walked away from…
West Tennessee Medical Group opens new facility in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local medical group is expanding. West Tennessee Medical Group GYN specialists held an open house to celebrate a new facility in partner with West Tennessee Healthcare. The…
UT president travels to spread the word about UT Promise
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A statewide tour promoting the University of Tennessee Promise began on Tuesday. UT President Randy Boyd traveled to seven area high schools to increase awareness about the UT…
City to unveil two 'FREEdges' to combat food insecurity
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There is a new way to help those with food insecurity. The City of Jackson, in partnership with JACOA and First United Methodist downtown, will be unveiling two…
UPDATE: Jackie Edwards found safe, Jackson police confirm
UPDATE: (8/24/22) -- The Jackson Police Department confirms Jackie Edwards has been found safe. JACKSON, Tenn. -- In early August, one family had a growing suspicion when they realized they haven't heard…
Jackson Mayor Scott Conger to run for reelection
JACKSON, Tenn. – Jackson Mayor Scott Conger has announced is running for office once again. Conger announced his decision on Tuesday, while also…
Jackson Chamber, Tyler Guy Fund make plans for teen center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A meeting was held at the Jackson Chamber Tuesday to continue talks on creating a safe, but fun, center for teenagers. Sabrina Blue, the Chair of the…
Michigan business to expand into south Jackson
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A Michigan business is expanding into Madison County. A news release from Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development says that Ventcon, Inc. is setting up at 130 Beasley Street in Jackson. The site will be home…
Brownsville-Haywood Co. Animal Shelter over capacity, seeks community's help
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The Brownsville-Haywood County Animal Shelter is seeking help from the community to curb their capacity levels. Tiffany Locke with the shelter says they are currently over capacity for both…
TBI releases Hate Crime 2021 report
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- An annual publication detailing the volume and nature of hate crimes in the state has been released by The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's Statistical Analysis Center. The report uses data submitted to the TBI through its Tennessee…
JMCSS sees success in academic growth from previous school year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Over the 2021-22 school year, Jackson-Madison County School System students saw tremendous growth from the previous year. This increased Jackson's school ratings to a 'Level 5' school district.…
Obion County Fair returns for 64th year
OBION COUNTY, Tenn. -- The fair is back, bigger and better than ever in one West Tennessee county. A ribbon cutting was held to usher in the official opening of the 64th Annual Obion County Fair in Union City. And…
City leaders announce 'City Hall Pop-up' event coming soon
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Have you ever wanted to stop by city hall to have your questions answered but didn't have the resources available to get there? Now city hall is…
