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11-year-old Jackson resident organizes trash pickup

JACKSON, Tenn. -- An 11-year-old Jackson resident is helping keep Jackson beautiful. According to a news release, Naomi Thompson has coordinated a trash pickup event with her dance studio Pat Brown School of Dancing and the Madison County Fire Department.…

Chauvin appeals murder conviction for killing George Floyd

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The former Minneapolis police officer found guilty of murder in the killing of George Floyd has appealed his conviction, saying among other things that the jury was intimidated by ongoing sometimes violent protests and prejudiced by excessive…

FDA issues plan to ban menthol in cigarettes, cigars

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. government has released its long-awaited plan to ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. The Food and Drug Administration said phasing out the mint-flavored cigarettes would save hundreds of thousands of lives by helping adult smokers…

Tennessee nears overhaul of K-12 education funding formula

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee’s GOP-dominated General Assembly is nearing the finish line of an overhaul of the state formula for funding its multibillion-dollar K-12 education system. The House passed its version Wednesday after Democratic lawmakers were abruptly blocked by…

41st Annual Teapot Festival underway in Trenton

TRENTON, Tenn. -- Festivities are underway this week for Trenton's 2022 Teapot Festival. This marks the festival's 41st year, with various events for the whole family scheduled throughout the week. Thursday sees…

School library bill advances, sponsor suggests book burning

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Republicans have advanced legislation that would place more scrutiny over what books are placed in public school libraries just moments after the bill’s House sponsor said any inappropriate book should be burned. The measure is…

Fish Tent opens at World's Biggest Fish Fry in Paris

PARIS, Tenn. -- The World's Biggest Fish Fry makes its return for another tasty season. The 69th annual Fish Fry kicked off earlier this week with visitors from all over West Tennessee descending on Paris and Henry County. Plus, the…

Deputies recognized, awarded for excellence in patrolling

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A special awards ceremony was held Wednesday afternoon at the Madison County Sheriff's Office. Deputies were recognized for their achievements while on duty. Four awards were given for excellence in areas of patrol including watching out…

Nashville recap: Wednesday, April 27, 2022

Nashville recap: Wednesday, April 27, 2022 Here is a brief summary of some of the bills and issues addressed in Nashville on Wednesday:  In the House Floor Session SJR0055 to remove section that states that no minister of the gospel…

Jackson Central-Merry Fieldhouse ready for use

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The new Jackson Central-Merry Field House is ready! According to a news release, the field house is now fully functional and activities are already underway. “We’re excited that the gym is finally open. Our cheerleader tryouts will…

Man wanted by Bells police arrested in Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A man wanted out of Crockett County was arrested in Memphis on Wednesday. According to a news release from the U.S. Marshal Service, 46-year-old Benjamin Brannum was found on the 1900 block of Hubert Avenue in Memphis.…

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