GALLERY: Shawarma House opens on Vann Drive in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. – From baba ganoush to gyros, a new restaurant in Jackson has you covered. Shawarma House had a busy grand opening Thursday. Located on Vann Drive in north Jackson, the eatery…
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Daddy-daughter dance to be held February 10 (Cancelled)
UPDATE: (2/5/24): Organizers confirm this event has been cancelled. JACKSON, Tenn. – Boots and Beauties, a daddy-daughter dance, will take place on February 10. This is an event hosted by Birth Choice in…
Wisconsin fugitive captured in West Tennessee
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A Wisconsin fugitive has been captured by law enforcement in West Tennessee. According to a news release, Joseph Walker, 35, of Racine, Wisconsin, was captured without incident Wednesday at a home on Wabash Circle in Dyersburg. Walker…
Educator of the Week: Leah Hackett
It is now time to introduce last week's Educator of the Week presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Leah Hackett is a Visual Art teacher and the Fine Arts department head at the University…
Female body found in Gibson County identified
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities confirm details regarding a body discovered this week in Gibson County. According to Sheriff Paul Thomas, 46-year-old Brandi Wyatt was found dead Tuesday behind a mobile home. Sheriff Thomas says deputies responded to a possible…
Union University to host NITOC debate tournament for third time
The following is a news release from Union University: JACKSON, Tenn. — Union University will host a national speech and debate tournament for home-schooled students May 27-June 1 that is expected to draw about 600 competitors along with their families.…
FHU students to get $4,500 or more in Tennessee HOPE Scholarship
The following is a news release from Freed-Hardeman University: Henderson, Tennessee — (Jan. 25, 2024) — Freed-Hardeman University proudly accepts the Tennessee HOPE Scholarship, a prestigious state scholarship that brings incredible value to a college journey. Tennessee high school seniors, with a…
Dyersburg native appointed as Director of Pick Tennessee Products
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A Dyersburg native has been appointed to a new leadership role. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture says that Sarah Emery as been added as the Director of Pick Tennessee Products. They say Emery graduated summa cum laude…
UT Institute of Agriculture announced 2024 field days
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture shared their upcoming field days across the state. The news release says that the field days will begin in February and includes the return of Milan No-Till Field Day. West…
Tennessee GOP leaders see no issue with state's voting-rights restoration system
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee’s top Republican lawmakers say they have no issue with the state’s strict policy on restoring voting rights for those convicted of a felony. GOP leaders added Thursday that people shouldn’t have violated the law if…
MIDDAY GUEST: Boots & Beauties
T.C. Talley with Birth Choice joined our show to share details on "Boots & Beauties," an upcoming daddy-daughter dance. Click here for more information. For more news in the Jackson area, click…
Jackson Comic Expo takes over Civic Center March 2
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An upcoming event is aiming to bring out your inner super-fan! The 2024 Jackson Comic Expo is set to take place Saturday, March 2 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. Pop culture enthusiasts will have the chance…
Jackson Sports Cards & Collectibles Show set for Feb. 3
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Calling all sports fans and collectors - an upcoming event may be in the cards for you. The Jackson Sports Cards & Collectibles Show will take place in the Hub City on Saturday, February 3. Presented by…
Jackson clinic celebrates patient's new kidney
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local clinic celebrated one of their patients on Wednesday after a disease that constricts blood flow and destroys organs put him on the market for a new kidney and knocking…
Jackson winery holds special yoga session
JACKSON, Tenn. – Century Farm Winery held a special yoga session Wednesday night in their new event space. A well-known LIFT yoga instructor, Keith Davis, led the class. Davis gave those in attendance…
