Organizers work to build children's stage ahead of 20th 9/11 anniversary
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local park is in need of funds to create a new experience for children. In honor of 20th anniversary of 9/11, organizers are hoping to…
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Gibson County sheriff offers free class on deadly force
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Sheriff's Office announced it will be offering a class discussing the use of deadly force. The goal of the class will be to review the policy for deadly force, as well as its…
$28 billion federal grant to provide crucial funds to restaurants
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you're a restaurant owner affected by COVID-19, a federal grant program is now open. As part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, another $28…
Tennesseans can request personalized license plates with app
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee residents can now apply to get a personalized licensed plate online with the MyTN mobile app. According to the Revenue Department, residents can use the app to chose from more than 100 types of Tennessee…
West Tennessee Strawberry Festival kicks off with annual prayer breakfast
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Monday morning's prayer breakfast was the kick start to Humboldt's biggest week of the year: the 83rd West Tennessee Strawberry Festival. "My hope is just as a…
Veteran lives his dream of opening BBQ restaurant
MARTIN, Tenn.-- James Mealer describes his BBQ at the new Squirrel’s BBQ Joint in Martin in four words. "Lip-smacking, Tennessee good," said Mealer. Mealer has over 20 years of experience cooking and serving…
Local chapter honors education achievements in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn.--- A local sorority celebrated their Founder's Day virtually. The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa honored several high school graduates for their accomplishments. The students recognized received scholarships for…
More information on Friendly Frank's Flea Market
Friendly Frank's Flea Market will be held the weekend of April 30 - May 2 at Jackson Fairgrounds Park near downtown, located at 800 S. Highland Avenue in Jackson. The hours of the market are Friday, 5:00 a.m - 8:00…
Pet of the Week: Joey
This week's Pet of the Week, brought to you by the Saving The Animals Together is Joey! This handsome guy is 13-weeks-old and a bundle of happiness and fun! He…
Crimes rates decline on college campuses, TBI reports
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new report revealed encouraging trends on Tennessee college campuses. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation released their 2020 Crime on Campus Report, an annual publication dating back 20…
Four Tennessee state parks offer specials for Mother's Day
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Four Tennessee state parks are helping celebrate Mother's Day. Those parks include Natchez Trace and Pickwick Landing, as well as David Crockett and Montgomery Bell State Parks in Middle Tennessee. Natchez Trace State Park will be holding…
Non-profit presents scholarships, recognizes grant winners
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local non-profit hosted its second annual meeting on Tuesday. At the meeting, Leaders Education Foundation presented scholarship awards totaling $15,000 to 12 high school seniors across West…
UT Gardens-Jackson Spring Plant Sale returns to Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Get ready for spring with new plants from the annual Spring Plant Sale. Madison County Master Gardeners is collaborating with University of Tennessee Gardens-Jackson to host their annual Spring Plant Sale. This year the sale takes place…
Additional information on Keep Jackson Beautiful
For more information on the Keep Jackson Beautiful program visit their website at https://jacksontn.gov/government/departments/recreation_parks/keep_jackson_beautiful. You can also keep up-to-date with their activities by visiting their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/KeepJacksonBeautiful/.
Jackson residents have fun while helping the environment
It's earth week, and Jacksonians are making sure they keep the earth clean. West Tennesseans joined together to make their environment a little more clean. The Keep Jackson Beautiful program celebrated earth week with both fun and educational activities. …
Pet of the Week: Adina
This week's Pet of the Week, brought to you by Saving the Animals Together is Miss Adina. Adina came into STAT with her mom and siblings when she was only…
Tennessee revamps 'Where the Money Goes' website
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The state has revamped a website that shows residents how counties spend money. "We call the website 'Where the Money Goes.' It's also known as Transparency and…
Red Cross offers free fire safety education, planning
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Do you have a fire escape plan? The Red Cross wants to help you. Through May 8, the Midwest Tennessee Chapter of the Red Cross is offering…
Funeral services planned for Madison County Deputy Terry Dyer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office has released details on the funeral service of Deputy Terry Dyer. The sheriff's office says the service will be at the West Jackson Baptist Church on 580 Oil Well Road at 2…
Community raises funds for Hardin County student fighting cancer
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- A local community is rallying around a teenager with a big battle ahead of her. Baylee Cromwell is a sophomore at Hardin County High School. She was recently…
