Clark Shaw's family speaks on his impacting legacy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Clark Shaw, a beloved member of the community and owner of a popular tourist location, passed away due to COVID-19 complications. Shaw created the Casey Jones Village, a coast to…
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FHU to host actor Gary Sinise for annual scholarship fundraiser
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University is hosting their 56th annual benefit dinner on Friday, December 4. "These scholarships that are provided by our donors are a huge deal. It's vital for our…
Giving Tuesday benefits local nonprofits
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The biggest day of the year has arrived for nonprofits across West Tennessee. Giving Tuesday launched on giveback731.com Tuesday morning, encouraging residents to donate money to local nonprofits in…
Multiplying Good: Jackie Utley
"Every veteran who went into the service took an oath to defend our country with his or her life if necessary," said Jackie Utley. For the past 8 years, Jackie Utley…
Antibody treatment available for COVID patients at North Hospital, Dyersburg Hospital
JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Tennessee Healthcare announced Monday that COVID-positive patients can now receive a new antibody treatment at North Hospital in Jackson and at Dyersburg Hospital. Chief Compliance and Communications Officer Amy…
Pet of the Week: Darcy
It is time for this week’s Pet of the Week, brought to you by Saving the Animals Together. But this week, STAT teamed up with Hardeman Adoptable Animals in Bolivar, to bring…
Hardin Co. Animals Services takes in 18 unwanted dogs in one day
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- The holiday season is here, and it's a time many people think about giving or receiving a pet. It's also a time of year many of those…
Local nonprofits prepare for Giving Tuesday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A day of giving back is almost here. Ninety nonprofits are coming together for "Giving Tuesday 731." It's the largest international giving day of the year for organizations. It's…
Governor Bill Lee addresses COVID-19 as we approach the holidays and a vaccine
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Governor Bill Lee held his COVID-19 news briefing to discuss Tennessee's current strategy to tackle coronavirus as we approach the holidays. After a 2 and a half percent increase in…
RIFA aims to provide 1,000 meal bags this holiday season
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Stuffing, corn, sweet potatoes and cranberry sauce as far as you can see -- soon to be packaged and given away. Last year, RIFA gave away over 800 meal bags…
Local restaurants open for Thanksgiving
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you're staying home this year because of COVID-19, you can still indulge in delicious Thanksgiving classics. "We have a great deal of orders already, and we're anticipating getting…
'Choose and Cut' Christmas tree sale opens at Falcon Ridge Farm
HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn. -- At Falcon Ridge Farm, there are over 4,000 Christmas trees that families can come to pick out and cut to put in their home. It’s the seventh season for…
Pet of the Week: Trixie
It is time for this week's Pet of the Week, brought to you by Saving the Animals Together. This week's forever friend is Trixie. She is approximately 1-year-old, 45 pounds…
FHU, UTM to hold graduation ceremonies on Saturday
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- On Saturday, hundreds of college students across West Tennessee will finally get to walk across the stage and receive their college degree. "We're excited to be able to celebrate…
American Cancer Society hosts 'Better Together' virtual event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The American Cancer Society in Tennessee hosted a first of its kind gala event Thursday evening. The virtual event "Better Together" brought together corporate and community leaders, along with American Cancer Society supporters from across the state.…
Local church, worldwide nonprofit partner to bring Christmas to children in need
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Operation Christmas Child is accepting shoe box donations for a child in need around the world. Donations can be dropped off at Beech River Church in Lexington. "[These…
RIFA gives back during the holiday season with 'Hunger-Free Holidays'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For a lot of us, our favorite holiday memories are centered around a dining room table with family and friends. This year, a local organization is helping bring…
Governor Lee, Dr. Piercey discuss pandemic as holidays approach
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Governor Bill Lee held his weekly news conference after pausing for other meetings. With the holidays ahead, officials are concerned about people's actions and where we are in…
LIFELINE kicks off annual 'Battle of the Badges' blood drive contest
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services is saving lives by hosting its eighth annual "Battle of the Badges" blood drive outside Jackson City Hall. "Today is a blood drive that…
JMCSS kicks off annual coat drive for students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Monday is the first day of the annual Jackson-Madison County School System coat drive. "We have a lot of families each year unfortunately who cannot either afford, or don't have, or either their coats are worn, too…
