Community Clean-Up Day to also feature giveaway on Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A giveaway is set to be held during Jackson's Community Clean-up Day on Saturday. The Clean-up Day is being held to curb illegal dumping in the city…
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Jackson Animal Care Center 'beyond full,' finds abandoned dog tied outside facility
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Animal Care Center is asking for anyone looking to adopt a pet to give them a visit. "We…
Jackson's new Downtown Director to help continue area's growth
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Downtown Jackson is open for business! The need for someone to bridge the gap between small businesses and civilians looking to engage in a more special downtown experience has…
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…
Woman charged with murder after overdose death of Tennessee inmate
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A woman has been charged with murder after the overdose death of an inmate at a Tennessee Department of Correction facility. A news release states that in February,…
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…
Many county commissioners attend final meeting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Commission met for their regular monthly meeting, but it was the last meeting for many. The county commission held their monthly meeting with many…
Southwest HRA delivers digital hope to senior community
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Southwest Human Resources Agency is wanting to increase digital literacy among West Tennessee among seniors. And they are doing so with the help of a grant from…
200 years of Jackson-Madison County celebrated over weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson celebrated 200 years this past weekend. The City of Jackson's Bicentennial Commission have been planning to end the year-long Bicentennial Celebration with a bang.…
Annual Horsin' Around Golf Scramble helps Redemption Road Rescue
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There is no time for horsin' around when there is competition on the green. The Fifth Annual Horsin' Around Golf Scramble kicked off on Monday. The annual fundraising…
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…
