JMCSS Jackson Leadership Conference lets teachers share knowledge
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The new school year is just around the corner, and teachers are making sure they're ready to lead a successful academic school year. Jackson-Madison County teachers…
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Food Truck Spotlight: Coastal Connections
Seafood lovers in the Hub City may want to listen up! This week on Food Truck Spotlight, we're visiting Coastal Connections at their new location in Jackson. Owner Leon O'Neal is originally from Florida and he's bringing his seafood…
Councilman shares what to expect from I-CARE Community Summit
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Leaders are coming together to improve ways in preventing crime. United States Attorney Joseph C. Murphy Jr., United States Marshal Tyreece Miller, along with the Jackson City…
Milan school teachers getting over $32,000 in grants
MILAN, Tenn. -- Grants totaling over $32,000 are going to help Milan students with their education. The nonprofit Milan Endowment for Growth in Academics is providing 29 grants to the Milan Special School District, according to a news release.…
Dolly Parton among Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy winners
NEW YORK (AP) — Country superstar Dolly Parton, who made a big donation to help fund coronavirus vaccine research in 2020, is among this year's Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy recipients. FILE - Dolly Parton performs at…
Brooke Eden learned to love herself after falling in love
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Country singer Brooke Eden shines with that glow that engaged people have as she counts down the days to her upcoming beachfront wedding, chatting about travel preparations and mother-in-laws bonding over text messages. [caption id="attachment_1186042" align="aligncenter"…
Long days grind on search teams in flood-ravaged Appalachia
HINDMAN, Ky. (AP) — For days, a search-and-rescue team led by Phillip Dix has combed debris-clogged creekbanks looking for survivors in flood-ravaged eastern Kentucky. His crew is used to the stifling heat and humidity but is laboring under the grind of…
Alex Jones concedes Sandy Hook attack was '100% real'
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones testified Wednesday that he now understands it was irresponsible of him to declare the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre a hoax and that he now believes it was “100% real." …
Two groups host workshop to bring awareness to human trafficking
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two groups held a workshop to save lives last week. Sisters With Aspiring Goals, or SWAG, and the City's Recreation and Parks Department held the Dangers of Human Trafficking Teen and Parent Workshop. Officials with the…
Nine months to REAL ID deadline
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- In nine months a REAL ID will be required to get into certain areas of the country. Starting May, 3 of 2023, the REAL ID will be required to access certain federal facilities, military bases and board…
What to know ahead of August 4 Election
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It is almost time for the the August 4 State and Federal Primary and County General Election. In Madison County, voters are anticipating the mayoral, sheriff, and some…
Airbnb host talks rise in popularity of unique stays
JACKSON, Tenn. -- More and more travelers are opting for unique stays over traditional hotels when it comes to booking vacations. Over the past two…
Milan police respond to shooting near Rose Garden Apartments
MILAN, Tenn. -- The Milan Police Department is addressing a shooting near a local apartment complex. According to Chief Bobby Sellers, officers responded to possible shots fired near Rose Garden Apartments on Ellis Street around 6 p.m. Tuesday night. Police…
Former Madison County deputy indicted for assaulting inmate
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A former Madison County deputy has been indicted following an investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. According to a news release, TBI agents began investigating an allegation involving Edward James Vince in May 2021. The…
SafeTN app lets Tennesseans report suspicious activity in schools
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security are informing Tennesseans about an app that promotes safety in schools. The SafeTN app allows you to confidentially report suspicious or concerning activity within schools.…
