Local town hosts 9/11 memorial
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- The people of Bolivar gathered at the county courthouse for a 9/11 memorial. "Today we are commemorating the 20th anniversary of 9/11, of the terrible terrorist acts on our nation, 20…
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Families reunite for a weekend at UT Martin
MARTIN, Tenn. --- Students are being reunited with their families for the weekend at UT Martin. UT Martin had a few extra Skyhawks on campus this weekend. Students were able to bring their family to…
Colors of the Bicentennial mural unveiled
JACKSON, Tenn. --- The Colors of the Bicentennial presented their mural Sunday afternoon. Children in the community and several organizations in Jackson came together to paint a mural for the city's 200th birthday. The…
Hub City walks for heart health
JACKSON, Tenn.--- Hub City members lace up their sneakers in honor of heart health. The 2021 West Tennessee Heart Walk was held this morning. While there, they also remembered and paid tribute to those lost in the 9/11 terrorist attacks…
Crockett County first responders recognize September 11
CROCKETT CO., Tenn. --- The sea came to Crockett county in the form of lights. Crockett county was showered in a sea of lights Saturday night. First responders flashed their lights to honor the 20th anniversary of September 11. Crockett…
Dyer Fire Department honors the 20th anniversary of September 11
DYER, Tenn.-- Dyer firefighters bring the community together for a good cause. The Dyer Fire Department hosted a Fire Fest to honor those who lost their lives on September 11th. The event included arts and crafts, corn-hole, and concessions. Attendees…
VFW Post 6496 hosts 20th Recognition Commemoration for 9/11
JACKSON, Tenn. --- Back in West Tennessee, the City of Jackson VFW Post 6496 hosted the 20th Recognition Commemoration in remembrance of September 11, 2001. Today marks twenty years since one of America's biggest tragedies. The commemoration included keynote…
A local church celebrates 50 years with a Multicultural Festival
JACKSON, Tenn. --- The St. Mary's Catholic Church held their first Multicultural Festival. St. Mary's Catholic Church is celebrating its 50 year Diocesan Anniversary by hosting their first Multicultural Festival. "Today is a multicultural expression of God's love for…
Evangelical Lutheran church installs 1st transgender bishop
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Evangelical Lutheran Church of America is set to install its first openly transgender bishop. The Rev. Megan Rohrer will oversee nearly 200 congregations in Northern California and northern Nevada following their installation service in San…
Jackson native graduates as new firefighter
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. --- A Jackson native graduates as a new firefighter. According to information received from the family, one Jackson native graduated as a new fireman for the city of Chattanooga. …
New capsule installed within pedestal where Lee statue stood
RICHMOND,Va. (AP) -- Workers at the site in Richmond, Virginia, where a statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee was taken down this week have installed a new time capsule within the statue’s massive pedestal. A state government official confirmed…
The Latest: In NYC, Trump criticizes Afghanistan withdrawal
Former President Donald Trump has commemorated the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks by visiting a fire station and police precinct in New York, where he criticized his successor for the way he pulled out of Afghanistan last month.…
Michael Constantine of 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding' dies at 94
(AP) --- Michael Constantine, an Emmy Award-winning character actor who reached worldwide fame playing the Windex bottle-toting father of the bride in the 2002 film “My Big Fat Greek Wedding,” has died. Michael Constantine was 94. He made appearances on…
Trenton honors those lost on 9/11
TRENTON, Tenn. ---- Trenton holds 1st Annual Patriots Day event. Today in honor of 9/11, the 1st Annual Patriots Day festivities were held in Trenton. The community gathered for guest speakers, and refreshments. Courtesty of T.…
Jackson Barber School reopens after 9 years
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Barber School reopened their doors after closing on 2012. To celebrate the grand opening, the school supplied free food and free haircuts. There are currently 15 available chairs in…
