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Teachers, faculty treated to LOLO concert

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Teachers and faculty received a musical treat as they prepare for the school year to start. Award winning musical artist and vocalist LOLO performed Tuesday morning at the…

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City Council discusses litter, animal care center, more

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The agenda was full for the Jackson City Council meeting Tuesday morning. One of the first items brought to the city council was to add a new code regarding litter.…

Barber School offering free haircuts for students under 13

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local business is making sure young students look their best so they can feel their best as school starts back. The Barber School in Jackson is giving…

Trump charged on 4 counts, including conspiracy to defraud the US

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Donald Trump has been charged by the Justice Department on four counts, including conspiracy to defraud the United States, for his efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. The indictment filed Tuesday night is the…

FHU appoints new senior vice president

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University has a new senior vice president. According to a news release, Dave Clouse, the now former vice president for community engagement, will be taking on the new role immediately. The release says that Clouse is…

Recycling tips, best practices shared by Waste Management official

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Recycling can bring new life into old materials, but there are some best practices that will help get the most out of the process. There are many items that…

Concerns reappear over 'brown water' in Huntingdon, officials say 'safe to drink'

HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- Officials respond after residents continue to raise concerns about their water quality. Last week, we received information and photos from viewers regarding water discoloration in Huntingdon. This follows reports of similar issues we previously covered in May.…

City to hold public event to hear feedback, discuss future of Jackson Plaza

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is holding a community open house to discuss the future of Jackson Plaza. The Jackson Plaza Sub Area, which includes the former Service Merchandise building, is located in north Jackson near the intersection…

Memphis police shoot suspect after he fired shots outside Jewish school

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Memphis, Tennessee, police say officers shot a suspect after he attempted to enter a Jewish school with a gun and fired shots after he couldn’t get into the building. Assistant Police Chief Don Crowe says the…

Tennessee ban on paycheck dues deduction to teacher group can take effect, judges rule

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A court has ruled that Tennessee can begin banning a teacher advocacy organization from deducting membership dues from those educators’ paychecks. A panel of three state judges ruled Friday that the ban targeting the Tennessee Education…