Shoppers enjoy saving extra as tax free weekend kicks off
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Shoppers are out and about gathering some needed resources as school is approaching fast! Tax free, for approved items, began at 12:01 this Friday morning, and shoppers are…
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Tax free weekend set for July 28-30
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Summer is almost over and parents are preparing for back-to-school shopping. The traditional tax free holiday is only a few days away and parents can take advantage of…
Week-long pageant begins this week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A week-long competition has kicked off with an introduction to a few of Jackson's city officials and leaders. The Jackson Lions Club and the Old Hickory Rotary…
Pet of Week: June
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is June! Meet June from the Outlaw Gang! She was found on a rural road in Iuka, Mississippi by one…
2nd meeting seeks public input on city renovations
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Representatives with the City of Jackson, in partnership with LRK Architecture Firm, showcased potential plans for renovations to areas surrounding the Oman Arena. "Felt like this was a…
Day Camp powers kids to grow their abilities
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Summer camps can be one of the highlights in a child's summer vacation, but this camp is empowering them not to just to have fun but to grow their…
TWRA Weekly Fishing Forecast
TWRA Weekly Fishing Forecast NOTE - The TWRA wants to build a comprehensive report each week of the state’s lakes. If you do not see a report for your favorite lake and you are someone who can provide a report, please…
Tickets on sale for Catfish Derby, Riverfest
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Tickets are on sale now for the Catfish Derby & Riverfest in Hardin County. This year's headliner is Jo Dee Messina, who is currently on her Heads Carolina-Tails California Greatest Hits tour. It will also feature…
U of M Lambuth recruiting new students for Fall '23
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local college says it's never too late to sign up for classes. Leaders with the University of Memphis-Lambuth Campus are asking for those interested in attending college or…
Upcoming job fairs to recruit for Dixie Jackson plant
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Georgia-Pacific will be hosting job fairs this month for careers with Dixie Jackson. A press release states these events aim to recruit local talent for several roles at the new Dixie plant coming to Jackson in 2024.…
Summer Jamz to begin later this week in Brownsville
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The annual Summer Jamz is set for later this week, filling one town with local music. Thursday, Summer Jamz will return to Brownsville for the ninth year, and…
THP participates in America’s Best Looking Trooper Cruisers Contest
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) took center stage at the Grand Ole Opry for a special competition. This photo was taken at the world-famous home of country music for…
Pet of the Week: Nia
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Nia! This sweet girl had a rough start to life, but has a rags to riches story! Now, Nia is…
TWRA Weekly Fishing Forecast
TWRA Weekly Fishing Forecast NOTE - The TWRA wants to build a comprehensive report each week of the state’s lakes. If you do not see a report for your favorite lake and you are someone who can provide a report, please…
Artists sought for crosswalk art in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Downtown Development Corporation is looking for artists to design and install temporary asphalt art in the crosswalks of Main Street and Church Street in downtown Jackson. The…
Shiloh to host Junior Ranger Night Sky camp, Star Party
SHILOH, Tenn. -- A Junior Ranger Night Sky camp and Star Party are being held in Shiloh. The Shiloh National Military Park says on July 15, kids aged five through 12 will be able to learn about the planets, stars,…
42 kids need your help in Jackson-Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Foster Parent Association is asking for the community's help this year to donate school clothes and supplies. This year they have 42 total kids heading…
UofM Lambuth planetarium announces August 2023 schedule
JACKSON, Tenn. — The University of Memphis Lambuth M. D. Anderson Planetarium in Jackson, Tennessee, has announced its schedule of shows for August: Tuesday, August 1, 5:30 p.m. – “Cosmic Origins Spectrograph” Friday, August 4, 1:30 p.m. – “Cosmic Origins…
TBI releases annual 'Crime in Tennessee' report
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has released their annual "Crime in Tennessee" report. Their news release highlights a decrease in murder, rape, kidnapping reports from 2021 to 2022, a decrease in DUI arrests from 2021 to 2022,…
Pet of the Week: Charlee
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Charlee! Meet Charlee! She is a small lady (weighing just around 40 lbs.) She has the biggest and goofiest personality.…
