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Prime Day deals return with two day event

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Amazon's annual Prime Day event is back from July 12 to July 13, but only for Prime members. The two-day shopping event features millions of deals, with the…

3 Democrats running in Tennessee primary against Gov. Lee

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Three Democrats are running in the upcoming August primary to replace Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee in hopes that the national political landscape could open some inroads for voters to consider a switch. It won’t be an…

Tennessee Valley Authority seeks proposals for big carbon-free push

NASHVILLE, Tennessee (AP) — The nation’s largest public utility is seeking proposals for for a huge addition of carbon-free electricity. The Tennessee Valley Authority’s request for carbon-free proposals seeks up to 5,000 megawatts of carbon-free energy before 2029. It’s the…

Food Truck Spotlight: J-Town Coffee

It's time for a pick-me-up! This week we're visiting J-Town Coffee, located next to Sonic in The Columns in Jackson. Owner David Sutherland says he's been roasting coffee for 14 years and wanted to bring excellent coffee to the…

Events the week of July 11, 2022 in West Tennessee

Don’t miss any of the fun in West Tennessee this week! Tuesday, July 12 Goat Yoga (Brownsville) Wednesday, July 13 Jackson Sings The Gospel (Jackson, Wed-Sat) Thursday, July 14 James Webb Space Telescope Community Event (Jackson) Summer Celebration at UT…

Retailers offers sales during Prime Week

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Each year, Amazon Prime Day is what many online shoppers look forward to. But this year, there may be some competition. This year's Amazon Prime Days are July 12 and…

Ground broke on new school in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- After opening in 1949, one Jackson-Madison County school is getting a new look and a new location. On Monday afternoon, officials held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Pope School…

JPD: Woman dead after early morning shooting at local bar

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department says a woman has died as a result of an early morning shooting on Monday. The department confirmed on Monday that 32-year-old Amanda Wilbourn died due to wounds received from a shooting in…

Biden admin: Docs must offer abortion if mom's life at risk

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration on Monday told hospitals that they “must” provide abortion services if the life of the mother is at risk, saying federal law on emergency treatment guidelines preempts state laws in jurisdictions that now ban…

Tennessee takes steps to lower child care costs

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The State of Tennessee says it is taking steps to make raising a child cheaper. The Tennessee Department of Human Services said in a news release that on July 1, it upped child care payment assistance reimbursement…

Red Carpet Event held for cast, crew of Paws of Fury

On Sunday, July 10, Paramount Pictures held a Red Carpet Event for multiple celebrity families. Some of the people in attendance were George Takei, who plays Ohga, leader of the villainous Ika Chu's army, Cathy Shim, who plays the character…

Area singers invited to Gaither-style hymn singing

GREENFIELD, Tenn. -- A Greenfield church is inviting local singers to do what they do best: sing! Greenfield First Baptist Church says it is hosting an Old-Fashioned Gaither-Style Hymn Singing on Aug. 7 at 6 p.m. The event will be…

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