JACKSON, Tenn. -- The UT-TSU Extension in Madison County is hosting two six-week classes to help residents learn to cook healthier meals at home. The "Cooking Well" classes are being held virtually or in two locations in Madison County. Participants…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson native and Harlem Globetrotter A.J. Merriweather has been named the third Hub City Hero, according to a news release from the City of Jackson. Merriweather started his…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In fall 2020, 240 kids in Tennessee were missing. "Children in our state are safer. Predators are behind bars, and for those who aren't, they should be…
HURON, Tenn. -- A local therapy and learning center is in dire need of volunteers. Rein-bow Riding Academy in Huron is ready to welcome new faces for its therapeutic horseback riding…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A Dyer County Sheriff's deputy is in the hospital, fighting for his life. Lt. Kenny Gibbons is currently in Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, months after initially…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- United Way of West Tennessee is partnering with several organizations to host a virtual film showing on March 30, according to a news release. The film, "Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope," will…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County UT-TSU Extension is hosting a program to help residents learn more about healthy eating. The Well Connected Communities Grocery Store Tour is scheduled for Thursday, March 4. The program starts at 10:30 a.m. at…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's National Credit Education Month, and if you're experiencing low credit or you're in debt, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance may have some resources for you.…
RUTHERFORD, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services is continuing to search for those willing to donate blood, as they're in dire need of donors. LIFELINE is making efforts to bring the blood…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new program is aiming to help Tennesseans struggling to pay rent and utilities. A news release from the Tennessee Housing Development Agency says both renters and landlords can apply for the COVID-19 Rent Relief Program. “The…
MARTIN, Tenn. --Music students at a local university hosted a music series with a popular guest. The University of Tennessee at Martin's Music Department is hosting multiple musical series, guiding music majors through…
JACKSON, Tenn.--A special event was held to help raise funds for families across West Tennessee. The Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse hosted its annual dinner and auction to shed a light on its cause. For…
JACKSON, Tenn. —Lifeline Blood Services needs your help to donate blood. Lifeline hosted a blood drive outside of Paul Latham's Meat and BBQ on North Highland Avenue Saturday. Those who donated received a free BBQ sandwich. Lifeline staff said…
This week's Pet of the Week brought to you by Saving the Animals Together is Beans! He is a 1-1/2-year-old Boxer who is in need of a forever home! This…
DENMARK, Tenn. -- A team led by private investigators and police officers is bringing awareness to human trafficking by launching 731 Rescue. "We all kind of go together, and we take these…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- COVID-19 vaccine progress is moving fast in Tennessee. Now teachers, long-term care facility residents and employees, and more are eligible, including Tennesseans ages 65 and older. In…
West Tennessee Healthcare will be hosting three regional community events on Saturday, February 27. from 10 am until 2 pm. The vaccine events are by appointment only. The vaccinations are for people who are 65 and over or who are…
Kroger Health, the healthcare division of Kroger, has announced their pharmacies have received a supply of the COVID-19 vaccine and will begin administering those doses in the 115 pharmacies across Tennessee, according to a news release. Kroger will distribute those…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Tennessee Healthcare has announced three COVID-19 vaccination events Saturday, Feb. 27. The events will be held at the following locations, by appointment only, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Lane College, 545 Lane Ave., Jackson in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Tennessee counties under the Tennessee Department of Health are now booking appointments for Tennesseans ages 65 and older, according to a news release. These individuals fall under Phase 1b of the state's vaccination plan, which includes…
