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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…

Gun safety demonstrators carry caskets to Tennessee Capitol

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Protesters calling for gun safety legislation were blocked from bringing caskets inside Tennessee’s Capitol, but a recently reinstated legislator escorted an infant-sized casket inside before he was barred from carrying it onto the House floor. Protesters…

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…

Mayor Candidates Respond: Education

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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