City of Jackson launches new app with JTA
JACKSON, Tenn. —A new transportation app is available now for community members to use. The City of Jackson has launched a new app with Jackson Transit Authority. "A few months ago we received…
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Pet of the Week: Beanie
It is time for this week's Pet of the Week, brought to you by Saving the Animals Together. This week's special boy is Beanie. This cutie is approximately 1-year-old and 50…
Warming shelter seeks volunteers as temperature drop
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is looking for volunteers to help out at a local warming center for the new year. The Tennessee Homeless Solution Hotline is asking for your help to assist those in need. As we enter…
City of Jackson recognizes first 'Hub City Hero'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has announced the first "Hub City Hero." Allison Erath Shipp has been recognized for her work with Give Back Jack and Blessing Boxes, according to a news release. The release says Shipp created…
LIFELINE Blood Services asking for more blood drive locations
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services in Jackson is in need of more locations to host mobile blood drives across West Tennessee. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, LIFELINE has not been…
Gov. Lee announces online COVID-19 vaccine eligibility tool
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A new online tool is being used to help Tennesseans know when they can receive the vaccine. A news release from the Governor's Office says this new tool will allow users to opt-in for notifications about their…
THSO, AAA offer 'Reduce TN Crashes' award for second year
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Safety Office has joined AAA to offer the Reduce TN Crashes Scholarship Award for a second year. The THCO says that this program aims to improve teen driver safety among their communities. The news…
75 and up now eligible for vaccine, drive-thru site coming Thursday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Those who are 75 and older are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Health officials say it is important you take action early and get the…
'Rapid response list' gives Madison Co. residents quicker access to vaccine
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Monday is the first day the COVID-19 vaccine "rapid response list" is now available to the public. The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department occasionally has leftover COVID-19 vaccines that…
Pet of the Week: Petey
It is time for this week’s Pet of the Week, brought to you by Saving the Animals Together. Meet the one and only Petey! This cutie pie is about a…
2020 New Year's Eve events
Locations across West Tennessee are inviting the community to join them in saying "goodbye" to 2020. Humboldt Momz Bar & Grill from 9 p.m. 1 a.m. Jackson Elks Lodge 192 from 8 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. Lambuth Memorial United Methodist…
Health department officials discuss vaccination process
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Health department officials say they don't want to waste a drop of the COVID-19 vaccine, and that's why local politicians have been able to get it sooner rather than…
Physicians Quality Care to launch new outreach initiative in January
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local doctor's office is taking matters into its own hands. Almost one month ago, Dr. Jimmy Hoppers with Physicians Quality Care floated the idea of a new outreach initiative, where…
Warming center opens for men who are homeless
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A resource for a population in need opens its doors to help them. Monday was the opening night for the warming center at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. "You look…
State park hosts Birds of Prey program for the community
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. - At the Chickasaw State Park in Henderson, families are learning about the survival of many birds in the 'Tennessee Birds of Prey' program. Park ranger Michael Champagne, says these…
City, local nonprofits join together to open warming center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A temporary warming shelter for men is coming to the Hub City. The City of Jackson is teaming up with local nonprofits to provide a warming center for…
Pet of the Week: Oakley
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 Oakley. Oakley is a lively love bug! She's…
Rein-Bow Riding, Stanfill farm seeking hay donations following recent fire
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local farm that stores hay for the Rein-Bow Riding Academy is picking up the pieces after a recent fire. The Stanfill hay barn that served…
The Dixie endures months of setbacks, will reopen for concert Saturday
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- The Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center in Huntingdon had a rough few months, with COVID derailing their show plans. "The health and safety of our patrons and our staff…
Homeless face danger as temperature drops in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As the temperature drops, the danger for the homeless increases. Unfortunately, those who live outdoors are faced with a new struggle of survival when the weather gets colder.…
