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What is Lunar New Year and how is it celebrated?

On Feb. 10, Asian American communities around the U.S. will ring in the Year of the Dragon with community carnivals, family gatherings, parades, traditional food, fireworks and other festivities. In many Asian countries, it is a festival that is celebrated…

Dates announced for parks master plan community input meeting

JACKSON, Tenn. – Community members gathered to voice their concerns. The dates and times of a Parks and Recreation master plan community input meeting have been announced. The public is encouraged to participate in this exciting and important planning project.…

FBI reminds everyone to beware of romance scams

The following is a news release from the FBI: MEMPHIS, TN—FBI Memphis is warning Tennesseans to be cautious of potential romance scams, also called confidence fraud, ahead of Valentine’s Day. Romance scammers promise love, passion, and a lifetime of happiness, but in…

West Tennessee Boy Scouts to host Scouting Banquet on Feb. 27

The following is a news release from West Tennessee Council of Boy Scouts of America: Jackson, Tennessee —  (Feb. 8, 2024) — The West Tennessee Area Council of Boy Scouts of America will hold its annual Celebration of Scouting Banquet Tuesday,…

Body of Charles Baldridge found, authorities confirm

OBION COUNTY, Tenn. – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirmed that the body of Charles Baldridge was found Thursday morning.  According to Obion County Sheriff's Office Lt. Joe Key, Baldridge's body was located by boat around 11:55 a.m. Thursday in…

Update provided on new downtown Jackson park

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Bicentennial Committee has provided an update on a new park in downtown Jackson. Back in November of 2021, a groundbreaking marked the beginning work on Bicentennial Park, which…

Annual State of UT event highlights impact, value of education

The following is from the University of Tennessee: NASHVILLE – The annual State of the University address, hosted by University of Tennessee System President Randy Boyd, highlighted the substantial value of higher education, the University’s statewide influence on workforce development…

MIDDAY GUEST: Black Owned Business Expo

Guests joined our show Thursday to share details on the upcoming Black Owned Business Expo in Martin. Click here for more details. For more local news, click here.

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