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Starlight Symphony returns for 61st year

JACKSON, Tenn. --- The Starlight Symphony is back for the Jackson community. "We’re so excited because it's the Starlight Symphony, our annual free community outdoor  concert. We’re just thrilled to be here tonight. We’re thrilled that people can gather safely…

Bow Wow Brunch raises money for local animals

JACKSON, Tenn. --- One local organization raised money to help the furry friends of Jackson. It was all about paws and claws Saturday at the Jackson Country Club. The Jackson Animal Care Center hosted their inaugural Bow Wow Brunch. …

Jackson museum offers day of free admission

JACKSON, Tenn. --- A historical Jackson icon opened their door for free Saturday. Smithsonian Magazine announced a free museum day nationwide. And the Carnegie Legends Museum in downtown Jackson joined the celebration. The museum has memorabilia from several legendary musicians,…

Official says US will deport 'massive' number of Haitians

DEL RIO, Texas (AP) — A US official says the Biden administration is planning “massive movements” of Haitian migrants in a small Texas border town on flights to Haiti starting Sunday. Plans have yet to be finalized, but officials are…

Bell ringing marks anniversary of U.S. Constitution signing

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is ringing bells for a historic anniversary. Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution group met with local leaders at City Hall to celebrate a special day. "Today is the 234th anniversary…

'Devious Lick Challenge' plagues schools across country

MILAN, Tenn. -- A viral TikTok challenge has damaged schools across the nation, and Milan High School is experiencing the fallout of this challenge first hand. "I think it for sure started out as what students thought were innocent pranks,…

Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo returns in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo is back. After cancellation last year, participants and attendees are excited for the return of the rodeo. The two-day event is a showcase for line workers across the Tennessee Valley to show…

73rd City Tennis Tournament continues into weekend

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jacksonians are grabbing their rackets for the 73rd annual City Tennis Tournament. The tournament is split into adults and juniors, and they can compete in single or a double competition. The tournament started Wednesday night and…

Fayette Ware High School locked down over fake photo

FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- Fayette Ware High School was placed into a lockdown on Friday due to a fake photo. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office says it was told of a social media post that allegedly showed a handgun and…

1 dead in home after gunfire exchange with Memphis police

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Officials say a man has died after exchanging gunfire with Tennessee police officers as they tried to serve an arrest warrant. Two officers received minor injuries during the confrontation. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said the…

Judge: Gov. Lee's mask opt-out can endanger disabled kids

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A federal judge has again blocked Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee from allowing parents to opt out of school mask requirements aimed at limiting coronavirus infections in Shelby County. U.S. District Judge Sheryl Lipman issued a preliminary…

France recalls ambassadors to US, Australia over sub deal

PARIS (AP) — France says it is immediately recalling its ambassadors to the U.S. and Australia after Australia scrapped a big French conventional submarine purchase in favor of nuclear subs built with U.S. technology. It was the first time ever…

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