Human trafficking survivor, advocate shares story
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A human trafficking survivor and advocate for criminal justice reform shared her story. "This a very unique conference because it's one of two of its kind in the United…
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Annual First Ladies' Luncheon to be held in April
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local non-profit is preparing for a big fundraiser. United Way of West Tennessee's Women's Leadership Council is excited to present the ninth annual First Ladies' Luncheon. It's one of United Way's Largest Fundraising events. This year,…
Pet of the Week: Lydia
This week's Pet of the Week from Jackson Animal Care Center is Lydia. Lydia is an outgoing girl and active problem solver. She is true to her genetics and a hunter…
Music ambassadors sought in the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Want to tell the world about the sounds of Jackson? Visit Jackson, TN now has the opportunity for you! Visit Jackson, TN is seeking music ambassadors for its Jackson Hidden Tracks Crew. The goal of the music…
Foundation accepting proposals for Community Impact Grants
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation is accepting proposals for its annual Community Impact Grants. The Foundation says grants will be awarded in amounts between $5,000 and $20,000. “We know these organizations are serving our community well, and…
CASA Chefbox fundraiser to return in March
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A cooking fundraiser is making a return. According to a news release, Madison County CASA is holding CASA Chefbox on March 10. During the event you will be able to pre-purchase a box of ingredients, bring them…
Businesses could see bright future, MTSU study finds
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A study shows that businesses could be seeing a positive impact on the economy in the near future. Business owners have faced issues from inflation to staff shortages since…
Local school leaders address COVID-19 in the classrooms
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several schools in West Tennessee have seen or are currently seeing COVID-19 cases in classrooms increase. "As the COVID numbers rise in our community, they also rise…
UT Martin to hosts multiple Black History Month events
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin has a large set of events for this year's Black History Month. The university's news release says the 22nd annual Civil Rights Conference will feature four speakers, and will have both…
City says Sportsplex is hiring part-time positions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Looking for a part-time job? The Sportsplex is hiring! The City of Jackson says the West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex is seeking groundskeepers, concessions cooks and workers, janitors and gatekeepers. The city says most work would be on…
$10,000 donations made to help homeless animals
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A $10,000 donation is going to help the homeless animals of the community. According to a news release from the city, the Jackson…
Miss TN Volunteer hosts Preliminary Pageant
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Residents gathered at The Ned to support the women of West Tennessee. Sunday evening, board members of The Miss Tennessee Volunteer Association hosted their annual preliminary beauty pageant. Judges and…
Dog of the Week: Griffin
This week's Dog of the Week is from Hero West Rescue. Meet Griffin! Griffin is about 4-5 -months-old, and will be a medium build when he is an adult. He is an…
Cats of the Week: Jack and Leo
This week's Cats of the Week are Jack and Leo from Jackson Animal Care Center. Jack and Leo are brothers that are super playful. They are around 12-weeks-old. They enjoy…
Fake COVID-19 tests pop up across United States
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Since the beginning of the pandemic we've seen COVID-19 scams regarding masks, tests, and more. Now that tests are becoming more accessible, there are a few things you should look out for. "We are seeing a record…
LIFELINE blood drives for February 2022
LIFELINE Blood Services has released its list of upcoming blood drives for February. The month’s locations and times include: Feb. 1 Gibson County Courthouse in Trenton from 12 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Jackson City Hall in Jackson from 12 p.m.…
UT Martin to host virtual in-person summer orientation
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Students, there was a big announcement from the University of Tennessee at Martin. UT Martin will hold their 2022 Summer Orientation and Registration and Transfer Orientation sessions virtually and in-person starting in April. …
Vaccine mandate in effect for West Tennessee Healthcare employees
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The U.S. Supreme Court upheld the Secretary of Health and Human Services mandate that healthcare facilities participating in the Medicare and Medicaid programs require all employees, volunteers, contractors, and…
Open enrollment now available for JMCSS students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school system is allowing students to broaden their education options. "Typically, a student has to attend the school inside the zone they live in, however, through open enrollment and…
In-person summer learning camp offered to JMCSS students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System is aiming to close the learning gap brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. To do so, the school system announced on Wednesday that in-person summer learning camps will take place this summer.…
