Love Your Block gets new member
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local program got a new member as they expand their work. The Love Your Block program selected the City of Jackson to receive their grant back…
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Jackson Symphony receives $10k grant to support Symphony on the Move
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Symphony is sharing some exciting news. The Symphony has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to receive a $10,000 award through a Challenge America grant. According to a release, the grant…
USJ to host open house January 29
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University School of Jackson will host its annual schoolwide open house on Sunday, January 29. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. According to a…
Memphis on edge ahead of violent arrest video's release
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Memphis is on edge ahead of the possible release of video footage of a Black man’s violent arrest that has led to three separate law enforcement investigations and the firings of five police officers after he…
Mothers invited to postpartum support group in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- All West Tennessee mothers are invited to attend a free event coming up this Sunday. The West Tennessee Postpartum Support Group will meet at 2 p.m. on January 29. This group is intended for all feeding preferences,…
Poetry contest launching for West Tennessee students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Griot Collective of West Tennessee is launching a poetry contest for local students. The Griot Collective is a nonprofit literary arts organization which sponsors monthly poetry workshops for adults and high schoolers, open mics and other…
Two food giveaways coming to West Tennessee this week
SELMER, Tenn. -- Those in need in the community are invited to attend one of two upcoming food giveaways. Mid-South Food Bank announces they will host two food drives in West Tennessee this week. The first will take place on…
Jan Rhodes appointed director of JSCC's Savannah-Hardin Co. Center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Following an extensive search to fill the position, a new director has been announced for Jackson State Community College's Savannah-Hardin County Center. A news release states Jan Rhodes has been appointed to the position by Vice President…
Jackson Theatre Guild to present 'Escanaba in da Moonlight'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Theatre Guild invites the community to join them for a special fundraising performance. JTG will present "Escanaba in da Moonlight" by Jeff Daniels from February 9-11. The show is described as a comedy with mild…
Fans, celebs gather at Graceland to mourn Lisa Marie Presley
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Lisa Marie Presley, a singer, songwriter and the daughter of Elvis Presley, has been remembered during a funeral service as a loving mother and an “old soul” who endured tragedy but persevered as a dedicated protector…
Alex Murdaugh goes on trial in 2021 killings of wife, son
(AP) -- Disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh is about to put his fate before a small-town jury. Murdaugh's trial on two counts of murder in the June 2021 deaths of his wife and son is scheduled to start Monday…
Champion athletes honored by local church
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A local church honored a college sports team for making history. Saint Paul C.M.E Church held a worship service this morning to honor and recognize the Lane College…
Black Tie and Boxing returns to the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A popular event returns to Jackson. Black Tie and Boxing presented by Leaders Credit Union returned on Saturday night. This is one of the biggest events of…
Special performance set to take The Dixie stage
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. —A fun act is coming soon to The Dixie. According to a news release from The Dixie, the 17th season performer was recently announced. Lewis Hankins…
Cub Scouts learn weapon safety tips
MADISON CO. Tenn. ---Scouts learn important safety tips. Today, some Cub Scouts had the chance to learn some tips about weapon safety. Several Cub Scouts in the West Tennessee…
