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Over-the-counter hearing aids expected this fall in US

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. regulators have finalized a long-awaited rule that's expected to allow millions of Americans to buy hearing aids without a prescription. The rule announced Tuesday by the Food and Drug Administration goes into effect this fall. It…

Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19, has 'mild' symptoms

KIAWAH ISLAND, S.C. (AP) — First lady Jill Biden has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing “mild symptoms.” The White House announced it on Tuesday. The first lady has been vacationing with President Joe Biden in South Carolina and…

Help America Vote Day: How to become a poll worker

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- August 16 marks Help America Vote Day, and Secretary of State Tre Hargett is encouraging Tennesseans to celebrate by signing up to be a poll worker for the November election. "Elections are not possible without the election…

Shiloh to host National Park Service Birthday Bash concert

SHILOH, Tenn. -- Live music returns to Shiloh National Military Park to commemorate the 106th birthday of the National Park Service. Each year, park visitors and National Park Service employees gather at events across the country to celebrate the anniversary…

Memphis hospital locks down while treating shooting victims

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A hospital was on lockdown early Tuesday while treating multiple victims of a shooting involving two crime scenes in in Memphis, Tennessee, local media reported. A sedan was left riddled with bullet holes outside Methodist North…

Smokies to require parking passes beginning next March

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (AP) — Beginning next March, visitors to Great Smoky Mountains National Park will need to purchase a parking pass to use the facilities.   Park Superintendent Cassius Cash said in an interview the fee is needed to keep…

Jackson Boxing Club open to new members

JACKSON, Tenn. -- An historic part of Jackson's past is being revived and getting the younger generation active. Obie Beard, the Head Coach of the Jackson Boxing Club, is no stranger to…

Toys can bridge gap between learning, fun

JACKSON, Tenn. -- From little kids who use their imaginations to create the best stories, to the teenager who prefers a more mentally sustaining game, plenty of games can be used for…

Jackson-Madison County Schools to host Family Night

UPDATE: JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System's Family Fun Night on Aug. 16 has been cancelled. EARLIER STORY: JACKSON, Tenn. -- A meet and greet is being hosted by a local school system. Jackson-Madison County Schools' Social &…

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