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2nd of pair wanted in teen's death captured in Kentucky

DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- US Marshals say the second of two men wanted in connection to the death of a teen in Dyersburg has been captured in another state. Marshals say that 19-year-old Jeremiah Davis, of Humboldt, was captured in Mayfield,…

Girl Scouts partner with Nobody Trashes Tennessee on New Patch Program

The following is a news release from Girl Scouts Heart of the South: MEMPHIS/JACKSON, TN – Feb. 6, 2024  – Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee litter prevention campaign has expanded its Youth Group patch program to include Girl Scouts Heart of the…

Union University holds 'Topping Out' ceremony

JACKSON, Tenn. – A local university held a special ceremony on Monday. Union University held their topping-out ceremony at the Carl Grant Event Center. This ceremony was held to celebrate a milestone…

JMCSS Board convenes for meeting

JACKSON, Tenn. – School board members met Monday for a board meeting. Mayors AJ Massey and Scott Conger presented the board with gift baskets to show their appreciation to the board members. As…

Tips from the IRS on filing tax returns

The following is from the IRS: Most U.S. citizens and permanent residents who work in the United States need to file a tax return if they make more than a certain amount for the year. The IRS has a variety of information available on…

Jackson physician Dr. John Sparrow dies at 67

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Exceptional, funny, and kind were just a few words that were used to describe a great man. Dr. John Sparrow, a physician in plastic and reconstructive surgery, passed away at…

Public invited to parks department master plan meeting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Recreation and Parks Department extends an invitation to the public to participate in their upcoming master plan meeting. This gathering provides an opportunity for community members to express their opinions regarding the attractions they would…

Northwest Correctional Complex to host rapid hiring event

The following is a news release from Tennessee Department of Correction: Tiptonville, Tenn. – The Northwest Correctional Complex (NWCX) will hold multiple rapid hiring events on February 13-14, 2024. Attendees will have an opportunity to be interviewed on the spot…

US Marshals, FBI say to be aware of imposter phone calls

The following is a news release from the U.S. Marshals Service: Washington, D.C. - The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) are alerting the public of several nationwide imposter scams involving individuals claiming to be…

The Jackson Clinic announces new nephrology physician

(Jackson, TN) Dr. Siddique Akbar joins The Jackson Clinic in the Nephrology department. He joins the Clinic with 12 years of training and five years of medical experience across the world. Dr. Akbar received his medical degrees from Khyber Medical…

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