Local pumpkin patch proceeds feed families in need
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Pumpkins are popping up on porches across West Tennessee, but one local vendor says getting your gourds from them could help feed families throughout the community. "It's funny,…
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Hooked On Science: How the Wind from a Hurricane Damages Roofs
How the Wind from a Hurricane Damages Roofs INGREDIENTS Cardboard Masking Tape Leaf Blower INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Using the cardboard and masking tape, create a model of a house, which can…
Pet of the Week: Dixie
Pet of the week: Dixie, available for adoption through Saving the animals together. Dixie is a three year old lab! Melissa Roberts with STAT said Dixie has great house manners, and…
Product recalls: Office chairs; tempera & finger paints
Office Depot Recalls Winsley Chairs Due to Fall Hazard — More info at U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website Sargent Art Recalls Craft Paints Due to Risk of Exposure to Bacteria — More info at U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website…
Information on voter registration application
To fill out a voter registration application or check your registration status, visit GoVoteTN.com. The deadline to register to vote in the November general election is Tuesday, Oct. 11.
Dinosaurs take over Discovery Park of America with 'Jurassic Journeys' exhibit
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- The animals that roamed the earth in its earliest days are coming back to life this fall in Union City. "I'd say that the biggest thing about…
Breast cancer survivor encourages women to get checkups
JACKSON, Tenn. -- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The American Cancer Society estimates more than 40,000 women will die from breast cancer this year. Teresa…
Info on becoming a Madison Co. Sheriff's Office Reserve Deputy
If you are interested in becoming a Madison County Sheriff's Office Reserve Deputy, visit the Madison County Sheriff's Office website or contact Sgt. Joe Gill at 731-988-3988. The department said it wants applications completed and returned by Oct. 30.
Yearly UT Gardens Fall Plant Sale is this week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An event for those who love plants and gardening is coming up Thursday in the Hub City. The annual UT Gardens Fall Plant Sale and lecture series will kick off at 1:30 p.m. at the West Tennessee AgResearch and…
How to obtain burn permits
Fire season starts Oct. 15 in the state of Tennessee. For more information on burn permits, you can contact the following agencies: Madison County Fire Department 731-424-5577 Jackson Fire Department 731.425.8350 Tennesseee Department of Agriculture Forestry Division burnsafetn.org
Voters have 1 week to register for presidential election
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Time is winding down to make sure your voice will be heard this November for the presidential election. As candidates try and sway voters, election officials…
Find your National Night Out block party
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A yearly event meant to challenge communities across the country to come together and take a stance against crime is this week. National Night Out will take place Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in…
Pet of the week: Scooby
JACKSON, Tenn.-- The pet of the week for October 1, 2016 is Scooby. An eight-year-old chihuahua-mix breed dog available for adoption through S.T.A.T. An owner surrendered dog, Scooby does…
Busy weekend of events all set across the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The first weekend of October will be another busy weekend across the Hub City. The stage has been set and tents are up for the start of family…
Jackson Police Department looking to hire experienced officers
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department looks to bring on new officers with experience. The department is offering up to a $3,000 signing…
Kickboxer turned author talks domestic violence with college students
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Leaders discussed domestic violence and its effect on a community Thursday morning to a group of students and professionals at Dyersburg State Community College. "This is a…
New tool helps find missing Alzheimer’s, dementia patients
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new tool could help families find their missing loved ones sooner. It is designed specifically for Alzheimer’s and dementia patients. “We hope no one ever has to…
Program for youth in need now available in Hardin County
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- A new service is available in Hardin County for youth needing help providing for themselves. "We sit down with them first and discuss their goals, and we…
Gov. Haslam urges parents of HS seniors to get ahead on FAFSA
NASHVILLE -- Gov. Bill Haslam has a request for Tennessee parents — help your soon-to-be college student start the FAFSA process ASAP. To qualify for as much financial aid as your future college student can receive, it's best to fill out the…
Information on adopting "Miracle the Pig"
For information on adopting Miracle the Pig visit, http://www.coloradocutiepigs.com/
