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JTA to host free rides on Dec. 17

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Transit Authority is holding a Customer Appreciation Day. JTA says no fares will be needed on fixed routes throughout the day, Friday December 17. JTA says the day will be sponsored by BancorpSouth. You can…

Annual Jackson Christmas parade is back

JACKSON, Tenn. -- You could say it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas as the Hub City is getting into the holiday spirit. "It's a good kick off to the Christmas season," said Carmen Lemaster, a parade viewer. The…

The Hub City hosts its Christmas tree lighting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Community members gathered in front of Jackson City Hall for the annual Christmas tree lighting on Monday night. Jackson Mayor Scott Conger spoke at the ceremony. Attendees included pageant contestants and of course, Santa Claus himself. One…

WATCH: Family holds record for most Christmas trees

(CBS Newspath) -- CHRISTMAS TREES GALORE: A family in Rinteln, Germany holds the world record for the most decorated Christmas trees in one place, according to the German World Record Institute. Check out…

Local businesses prepare for busy holiday season

JACKSON, Tenn. -- With Christmas only two weeks away, many shops are preparing their stores for the holiday shopping frenzy. "Definitely the busiest season of the year," said York Laine Botique co-owner Brooke Hinson. "Double the walkthrough, double the online…

Trump's media venture finds its CEO

NEW YORK (AP) — The blank-check company that aims to take Trump Media & Technology Group public says two regulatory agencies are scrutinizing the deal. Digital World Acquisition, which is often referred to by its trading symbol of “DWAC,” said…

One dead after Sunday evening shooting in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in the 400 block of Jackson Street. At approximately 11:20 p.m. on December 5, JPD responded to a call of a shooting in which officers located a…

Pandemic stress weighs heavily on Gen Z, poll shows

(AP) -- A new poll finds that the stresses of the coronavirus pandemic have been especially hard for younger Americans, in particular when it comes to their education and social lives. The poll from MTV Entertainment Group and The Associated…

Local church showcases live nativity ceremony

FRIENDSHIP, Tenn. -- Christmas is a favorite holiday for many. You can't spell Christmas without Christ. Friendship Baptist Church brings a biblical story to life. “We’re just retelling the birth of Jesus for…

FOP Cops and Kids event held

PARIS, Tenn. --  Local law enforcement and other organizations help to spread Christmas cheer. According to a news release, the annual FOP Cops and Kids event was held in Paris this past weekend on Saturday, December 4. The event…

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