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Star Trek's Captain Kirk rocketing into space next week

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Star Trek's Captain Kirk is rocketing into space this month. Actor William Shatner will blast off from West Texas on Oct. 12. Jeff Bezos’ space travel company, Blue Origin, announced Monday that Shatner will join…

Tennessee: $116K from FEMA for flood victims' mental health

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee officials say they are receiving more than $116,000 in federal funding to address the mental health needs of victims of deadly flooding in August. The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services says…

Fallen Firefighters honored with memorial

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Today we remember America's fallen firefighter heroes who died in the line of duty.   Eighty seven firefighters lost their lives in the line of duty since last year's memorial.  This is one…

Memphis officer hit, killed while investigating crash

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Officials say a Tennessee police officer investigating a crash on Interstate 40 was hit and killed by a tractor-trailer. Memphis Police tweeted that 34-year-old Officer Darrell Adams was struck Saturday while investigating the two-car crash. He…

Carl Perkins Center celebrates 40 year anniversary

JACKSON, Tenn. -- This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Carl Perkins Center and to celebrate, what better way to celebrate any event, than with music. The celebration featured a show from the WannaBeatles. This group of men recreate…

The New Hub Club receives special donation

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lane College is celebrating their homecoming and the game is a homecoming staple. During half time a local organization received a special surprise.  “Today we received a check from Academy Sports, a $2,000 donation for youth at…

Walk for Life fundraiser held to help local women

JACKSON, Tenn. -- One organization is helping women navigate unexpected pregnancies. Birth Choice hosted a Walk for Life fundraiser at West Jackson Baptist Church Saturday. The organization gives women with unexpected pregnancies options of care including ultrasounds and check-ups.…

West High School Class of 69' recognizes their teachers

JACKSON, Tenn. -- One class is celebrating 52 years of memories by honoring special guests. The last class to graduate from West High School walked the halls once again. And this time, they brought along the people that taught them…

Lane College holds Greek Mixer for homecoming

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local college is celebrating their homecoming. Lane College had their Greek Mixer, with seven Greek fraternities and sororities coming together to celebrate. This is the first time they all met, and they say they are excited…

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