NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Republicans have released a letter encouraging people to receive one of the COVID-19 vaccines. The letter from the lawmakers says COVID-19 cases are increasing, especially among the unvaccinated population, due to the delta variant. The letter…
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- It is time to register students for school in Union City. Registration is set for all three school on Thursday, Aug. 5, according to a news release. At Union City Elementary: Kindergarten, second and fourth grade…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Federation’s Hunting and Fishing Academy is offering free virtual classes. The classes will be hosted live through out the year, and will range from a in a variety of seasonal topics, according to the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System is preparing for the first day of class in just a few weeks. To set the tone for this school year, they have…
PARIS, Tenn. -- An ice cream social helps West Tennesseans get together and share how their help has impacted communities in Uganda. "Being able to sit down with the real people that are impacting people's lives and being able to…
This past week the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance along with several experts gathered to discuss ways to save money and invest earnings. The average American is around $90,000 in debt. That includes everything from credit cards to students…
A seminar was held this week to help people learn to better manage their finances. Ever wondered how to effectively save your money? This week the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance along with…
MILAN, Tenn. -- A local assisted living facility is helping find a cure for Alzheimer's. Arbors at Dogwood Pointe held their music on the lawn event. The event was held to…
This week's Pet of the Week from Saving the Animals Together is Emma! Emma is a sweet girl who loves playing in the yard and with her toys. She is thought…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Southeast Regional Tournament is coming to Jackson next week. The City of Jackson says the baseball tournament will begin with an opening ceremony on Wednesday at 9 a.m., with games starting at 10:30 a.m. The city…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School System welcomed new and old teachers with an orientation Friday morning. Together, they learned from the school board what to expect for the upcoming school year.…
It's National Ice Cream Month! There's no wrong way to do it -- you can have your choice of ice cream any way you want it, with as many toppings as you like. But we want to settle the age-old…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local family justice center is making its official opening to the public. "As we continue to fight against domestic violence in our community, it's an…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- More AED devices being distributed throughout the Hub City. Friends of Heart presented four AED devices to the Boys and Girls Club in Jackson on Thursday. One device…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Habitat for Humanity is known for giving houses to people in need, but they do much more than that. Aging in Place is the program Habitat for Humanity…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services has shared where you can donate blood in early August. According to LIFELINE, those locations and times include: Monday, Aug. 2 Lexington: First United Methodist Church – 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Alamo: Crockett…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There are a few things you need to know about changes regarding trash pickup in Jackson. Talking Trash Live was held on Wednesday to clarify what Jackson residents…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Are you looking for a furry new friend or companion? These dogs are looking for a forever home. The Frances Hensley Shelter held a pet adoption…
It's National Junk Food Day! Americans' love affair with junk food continues to grow, with demand for chips, candy, soda, and pre-packaged desserts on the rise. A recent survey from Bid-On-Equipment analyzed Google's search results to determine the most popular "Junk…
This week on The Sound of Jackson we meet songwriter Rita Perry at her backyard stage in North Jackson. Perry blends a variety of styles such as blues, folk and rock to create a one-of-a-kind sound. She says loves…
