Union University senior class donates live mascot to campus
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Union University has grown by four feet — make that four paws — with the addition of its new live mascot, Buster. Buster is a 12-week-old English bulldog who comes…
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Web Exclusive: Union University's Buster the bulldog meets another puppy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Watch Union University's Buster the bulldog meet another puppy for the first time since living on campus.
Jackson Theatre Guild to hold auditions for summer musical 'Guys and Dolls'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Theatre Guild will hold auditions for their summer musical, "Guys and Dolls," in arrangement with Music Theatre International. Auditions for the show will take place May 7 through May 10 in the upstairs rehearsal room…
Weekend events: Bunny Run/Jackson Rod & Jacob Barker Music Fest
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The 24th annual Bunny Run/Jackson Rod and Custom Show takes place this weekend at Jackson Fairgrounds Park. The event is sponsored by Jackson Rod and Custom Car Club and will take place from 10 a.m. the 6 p.m.…
Jackson Generals look to fill summer job openings
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The staff of the Jackson Generals' ballpark need a little more help around the stadium. Anyone looking for a summer job or extra work can apply to work as cashier or runner at the Jackson Generals' ballpark. Interested…
State parks offer volunteer events for Tenn. Promise students
NASHVILLE -- Tennessee Promise scholars in need of work to fill their required community service hours have a chance to complete their time this weekend. Tennessee State Parks are offering volunteer events, asking the next generation of college students to…
Jackson Symphony announces 2016-17 concert lineup
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Symphony announced its 2016-17 concert lineup on Wednesday. Opening night will be Saturday, Sept. 17, at the First Baptist Church in Jackson. Throughout the symphony's 58th season, performances…
Beech Bluff Elementary to host community celebration
BEECH BLUFF, Tenn. -- Beech Bluff Elementary School will be open to the public for an upcoming event meant to allow the community to visit the school before it closes under Vision 2020. The Back to Beech Bluff School and…
Portfolio Recovery Associates gives big donation to RIFA
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local company is helping children in need in a huge way. Portfolio Recovery Associates donated 15,000 items to RIFA's Snack Backpack program. RIFA says the generous donation will help them feed almost…
Tenn. Dept. of Education accepting proposals for summer reading program
The Tennessee Department of Education is accepting proposals for summer instructional programs that provide reading and writing opportunities for rising first, second, and third grade students. Proposals are due by 5 p.m. Friday, April 22 , and applicants will be…
Hooked On Science: Soda Can Pedestal
Soda Can Pedestal INGREDIENTS 2 Empty Soda Can Bathroom Scale Several Heavy Books Rubber Bands INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Place the empty soda can, vertically, on a flat surface. Grab two…
Information on the McNairy Central High School planetarium restoration
To find out more about the McNairy Central High School planetarium restoration project, you can donate to the 'GoFundMe' page here, or you can contact McNairy Central High School (731) 645-3226.
$10,000 grants available for middle school PE
JACKSON,Tenn.-- For the sixth year, Blue Cross Blue Shield is giving away $200,000 for Physical Education in the Volunteer State. As part of the "Shape The State" program, 20 schools will win $10,000 each. Dawn Abel, the director of community…
Union to host film screening on immigration
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Union University is hosting a screening of the film "The Stranger" along with a discussion about a Christian response to immigration this Thursday, April 7. The workshop is titled, "Immigration: Church and Community Mobilization," and will take…
Shiloh celebrates 154 years with living history
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Thousands of people are stepping back in time this week to relive one of the Civil War's major battles. Young and old watched and learned Sunday afternoon as…
Hooked on Science : Egg Spinning
Egg Spinning INGREDIENTS Plastic Egg INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Place the plastic egg on its side. STEP 2: Quickly spin the egg and observe. Quickly spin the egg again,…
State officials want input on long-term waste-management plan
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A room full of county officials spanning from the Hub City to Memphis discuss how they can cut down on the amount of waste collecting in…
Small Business Administration storm damage loans
Small Business Administration loans are available for those affected by the December 2015 storms in Wayne County and its adjacent counties of Decatur, Hardin, Lawrence, Lewis and Perry counties. Applicants may apply online on the SBA's website. For more information, call 800-659-2955.
Hooked on science: egg geode
Egg Geode INGREDIENTS 12 Eggs Water Borax Food Coloring INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Crack each egg near the narrow end. Remove the shell near the top of each egg, pour out the contents, and place the eggs back into the carton,…
Tennessee State Parks offer Easter meals, egg hunts
NASHVILLE -- All eight Tennessee State Park restaurants will be serving Easter meals to celebrate the holiday this Sunday. Nearby parks include Chickasaw State Park, Natchez Trace State Park, Paris Landing State Park and Pickwick State Park. Several parks across…
