Who's who among some possible top Supreme Court contenders
WASHINGTON (AP) — Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer’s retirement gives President Joe Biden a chance to make his first nomination to the high court. It’s also a…
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Holocaust novel 'Maus' banned in Tennessee school district
ATHENS, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee school district has voted to ban a Pulitzer Prize-winning graphic novel about the Holocaust due to “inappropriate language” and an illustration of a nude woman. That's according to minutes from the McMinn County School…
Jackson State to eliminate over 20 positions by June
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is making a few changes. Jackson State is eliminating more than 20 positions by June of this year. The Jackson State President George Pimentel says they have seen a continual decrease since 2019…
Man receives 10 year prison sentence over firearm charge
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A 28-year-old man has received a 10 year sentence for possessing a stolen firearm. According to a news release from the U.S. District Attorney's Office, John Davidson Long was sentenced to federal prison for being a convicted…
Gary Pickens announces run for Madison County Mayor
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Gary Pickens announced he is a candidate for Madison County Mayor. Pickens is a lifelong resident of Madison County and says he wants to help lead the county to its full potential. He says with new exciting…
Vaccine mandate in effect for West Tennessee Healthcare employees
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The U.S. Supreme Court upheld the Secretary of Health and Human Services mandate that healthcare facilities participating in the Medicare and Medicaid programs require all employees, volunteers, contractors, and…
Free salt therapy sessions to be offered in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local business is offering a free service that may improve your health. Your Halotherapy, located inside Your CBD Store at 1081 Vann Drive in Jackson, will offer free salt therapy all month long in February. Salt…
2 burglary suspects arrested after vehicle strikes local business
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Two people suspected of burglary have been arrested after a vehicle struck a local business. According to the Martin Police Department, officers were dispatched to Martin Motors around 6:32 p.m. Wednesday. When they arrived, a 2006 Buick…
Tennessee lawmakers cast final vote on redistricting maps
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Republican lawmakers in Tennessee have passed their state House map, finishing the final task in their once-a-decade state legislative and congressional redistricting work. The Senate voted Wednesday to send the House plan to Republican Gov. Bill…
Open enrollment now available for JMCSS students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school system is allowing students to broaden their education options. "Typically, a student has to attend the school inside the zone they live in, however, through open enrollment and…
Dead body found in local hotel
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A body is found inside a local hotel. Lexington police are investigating after reports of an unusual odor coming from a room at the Days Inn. Inside the room, investigators say they found a body. No other…
Chamber officials discuss how to grow the City of Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Members of the Jackson Chamber gathered Wednesday morning to discuss the growth of the city. Chamber officials say change has been constant, and they plan to keep innovating the city in hopes of increasing the quality of…
Gov. Lee addresses review of education funding
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee is addressing the fill review of education funding in the state. Lee stated: “Since last fall, thousands of Tennesseans have engaged with us to share how public school funding can better serve our students,…
City of Jackson hires new Recycling Coordinator
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Health and Sanitation Department has hired a new staff member. The former chair of Keep Jackson Beautiful, Robin Chance was hired as the new Recycling Coordinator. When asked what can residents expect from the new…
Liberty Tech students show appreciation to school board members
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In honor of School Board Appreciation Week across Tennessee, a local high school is treating board members to food and entertainment. Liberty Technology Magnet High School culinary students served…
