Racers gather to see who has the fastest ride
JACKSON, Tenn. --Car aficionados put their driving to the test. Several drivers maneuvered their way around an obstacle course to see who could do it the fastest in the monthly Hub…
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USJ announces new mathematics award and scholarship
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local school announces new scholarship opportunity. According to information received from the University School of Jackson, a new scholarship opportunity will be available to an 8th student who expresses not only a love for mathematics, but who…
Longest pedestrian suspension bridge opens in Czech resort
DOLNI MORAVA, Czech Republic (AP) — A pedestrian suspension bridge that is the longest such construction in the world has opened at a mountain resort in the Czech Republic. Sky Bridge 721 is located in the northeastern part of the…
Local woman hosts first annual community petting zoo
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Bonita Lawhorn, coordinator of Bonita's Playhouse Petting Zoo in Jackson, says she wanted to host an event that will inspire the youth of Jackson to become more involved.…
Residents of Jackson gather to dance the night away
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson Recreation and Parks Department hosted their first 'Family Dance Night' Saturday evening. Multiple dance organizations such as Ballet Arts of Jackson gathered to display their…
Residents come together to celebrate their hometowns
MEDON, Tenn. -- Local communities come together for a special occasion. "We're just a little country town for everybody to come and enjoy, enjoy each other and enjoy Medon for sure,"…
Freed-Hardeman University holds 2022 Commencement
HENDERSON, Tenn. --Graduation ceremonies continue across West Tennessee. Over 300 students from Freed-Hardeman University are receiving their undergraduate and graduate degrees ranging from nursing and business to arts, social work and…
Jackson-Madison Co. Library offers fun weekly class
JACKSON, Tenn. -- JMC Library offers way to get fit and have fun. According to information from the Jackson-Madison County Library, weekly Tai Chi classes will be held every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Tai Chi, which is a Chinese tradition,…
USJ holds 2022 Commencement Ceremony
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school honors its 2022 graduates. According to information from the University School of Jackson, students participated in the 2022 Commencement Ceremony held Saturday, May 14 at 9:00 a.m. Although the program was threatened by rain,…
Union City players recognized for Spring sports
UNION CITY, Tenn. --Players recognized for close of Spring sports season. Several Union City teams and players, celebrated the end of the Spring sports season with award ceremonies and banquets. According to information received from Union City Schools, both…
Tips for managing summertime pests
JACKSON, Tenn. -- You may start noticing some unwanted guests coming into your home. One local exterminator says as the temperature rises, pests start coming off their vacation. "It's like they're coming out of hibernation. We'll start having a lot…
Exit 56 Blues Fest set for late May
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- It's almost time to lay back, relax, and listen to the blues. Community members gathered at the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center in Brownsville on Friday. They enjoyed good food and live music. The unveiling is the…
Lane College to host film festival in September
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A film festival is coming to the Hub City. In September, Lane College will be hosting their the first film festival. The festival is specifically focused on documentaries. Some categories include social issues, environmental issues, and cultural…
Agency lends disaster relief to storm victims
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A federal organization is supplying aid to residents who were affected by the inclement weather in March. The Small Business Administration, a disaster relief company, says they want to help small business owners and residents who were…
Records: 2 people in execution knew drugs hadn’t been tested
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Newly released records show at two least two people connected to a planned Tennessee execution that was abruptly put on hold April 21 knew the night before that the lethal injection drugs the state planned to…
