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Passionate painters make art to benefit American Cancer Society

JACKSON, Tenn. -- People with a passion for painting gathered Saturday to make art for a good cause. Aldersgate United Methodist Church held Painting for a Cure: a tropical-themed painting party. Participants painted and decorated pineapple door hangers. The event…

Animal lovers gather at Exotic Pet Expo

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Animal lovers gathered at the Jackson Fairgrounds for the Exotic Pet Expo on Saturday. The expo featured many vendors for exotic animals, pets and supplies. People were able to interact with some of the animals and learn…

Tennessee Democratic Party visits Haywood Co.

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Democratic Party is visiting different parts of the state, as part of the stand for the rural healthcare statewide tour. Members say the group is visiting communities around the state that have been most affected…

RIFA collects food for students in need

JACKSON, Tenn. -- People across Jackson filled school buses with food for a good cause on Saturday. "I think we've been doing very well. I'm very pleased with what we have so far, and I'm very pleased with the financial…

Investigators: Earnhardt's plane bounced, went off runway

ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (AP) - Investigators say the plane carrying NASCAR great Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his family bounced, veered off the runway and ended up on a highway during a crash landing. Elizabethton Police Chief Jason Shaw said at a…

Health department provides dental screenings for students

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local health department is providing dental screenings for students in the Jackson-Madison County School System. Dental staff with the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department began screening students at Thelma…

Union University students help newcomers on move-in day

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Union University was full of eager students, ready to start the upcoming semester. Most college students don't enjoy getting up early in the morning. But on move-in day, Union University students can't wait to get the day…

Pack the Bus food drive to kick off Saturday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is hosting a food drive to feed hungry children in the Jackson community. The Regional Inter-Faith Association, also known as RIFA, will be hosting its annual Pack…

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