What's New Wednesday: Jackson Ballroom Dance Club
Grab a partner and get your dancing shoes on! Every Monday night at 7:30, you can learn to ballroom dance at Jackson Sport and Fitness. "To share the love of dance with community…
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Organizers say Nelly concert will be 'one of the largest Jackson has ever seen'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Many West Tennesseans have been counting down the days in anticipation for the Nelly concert this Friday, stopping in Jackson for their Minor League Ballpark Tour across the country.…
Union University hosts opioid conference to shed light on addiction
JACKSON, Tenn. -- More than 300 people met Wednesday at Union University to learn more about fighting opioid addiction. "It affects everybody," residential counselor Kim Storey said. "Doesn't matter what income…
Jackson Transit Authority adds temporary bus route to DMV
JACKSON, Tenn. -- From Thursday to Friday, buses with the Jackson Transit Authority will take riders to the Department of Motor Vehicles. "Quite a while ago, JTA has been asked…
Whitehall pre-K prepares students for kindergarten
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local school is helping young learners get ready for kindergarten. "Make [the students] kindergarten ready and just teaching those early foundational skills that are so important to that…
Tennessee lawmakers OK making locals help detain immigrants
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Tennessee lawmakers have passed legislation to require state and local law enforcement to detain immigrants for deportation at the request of federal officials without requiring warrants or probable cause. The Republican-led House and Senate passed the…
World's Biggest Fish Fry schedule
The "World's Biggest Fish Fry" kicks off this week in Paris. Click here to see a full schedule of events. You can also visit the Paris-Henry County Chamber website for more information.
UPDATE: Missing Haywood Co. teen found safe
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A teenage girl reported missing last weekend has been found and is safe. Kiley McChesney, 16, has been found and is safe, according to Haywood County Sheriff Billy Garrett. McChesney was located Wednesday in Brownsville,…
Waffle House suspect's ex-bosses asked feds to help him
SALIDA, Colorado (AP) -- The co-owner of a Colorado crane company that once employed the Waffle House shooting suspect said they urged the Secret Service to try to help him after he was arrested at the White House last year.…
Tennessee lottery looking for dog photos for game tickets
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- The Tennessee Education Lottery has a new game coming soon and is looking for photos of dogs to put on the tickets. The lottery's "Dog Days of Summer" Facebook contest began Monday and runs through May…
Carroll Co. residents attend political forum; mayoral candidates present their platforms
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn -- Candidates are seeking several political positions in Carroll County. Voters attended a meet and greet to hear from those who are campaigning for their votes. Candidates vying to…
Local teacher receives proclamation from mayor for her work mentoring girls
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.--A local teacher received a high honor Tuesday from the mayor of Humboldt. Tiffany Purnell, creator of Students Against Self-Hatred, of SASH received a proclamation for her great work and uplifting…
RIFA honors volunteers with appreciation awards
JACKSON, Tenn.--A local non-profit organization honors volunteers, Tuesday night. Several awards were presented at the 2018 RIFA Volunteer Appreciation Awards. Including the Lifetime Achievement Award presented to Wanda "Sarge" Hayes. "Sarge" cooked…
City councilman holds community meeting to discuss improving east Jackson park
JACKSON, Tenn.--A Jackson city councilman held a community meeting Tuesday eveing in hopes of improving a local park.. Councilman Johnny Dodd held a meeting in the basement of the T.R. White Sportsplex…
Local Jefferson Award honoree to represent West TN in Washington, DC
JACKSON, Tenn. — Local unsung heroes were honored Tuesday for making a positive impact in the West Tennessee community. Honorees of the Jefferson Awards and their families gathered Tuesday morning at…
