Fundraiser event kicks off the new year
JACKSON, Tenn.----One local non profit dances into the new year. Habitat for Humanity, in Jackson, brings in the new year by raising money for 4 new houses and to help those with…
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One dead after shooting in Martin bar
UPDATE (1/8/2024): Martin Police arrest 2nd suspect in Cadillac’s Bar shooting UPDATE (1/5/24): Man arrested in connection to shooting death at bar EARLIER STORY: MARTIN, TENN-- Authorities are investigating a shooting in…
Pet of the Week: June
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is June. June is the quiet cool girl that's all mystery and crazy smart! This little lady is still young…
Many new laws to take effect in Tennessee on January 1
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One thing that's certain is change. With 2024 around the corner, there comes changes to our existing laws. Here's a look at some of the new laws that will take effect…
Several Jackson restaurants to keep doors open for New Year holiday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some of your favorite eateries want to satisfy your taste buds for the New Year. 2024 is vastly approaching and it's time to celebrate with a happy tummy. Instead of…
Hoverboard Recall
You may want to check that Christmas gift for this recall. DGL group has announced a recall of their hover-one helix hoverboards due to a fire hazard. The hoverboards have a recalled lithium-ion battery that can overheat. DGL has…
2023 Recap: Remembering those lost along the way
JACKSON, Tenn. – As 2023 comes to an end, it is time to remember a few West Tennessee leaders that we lost along the way. Steve Short was a very influential leader during his…
2023 Recap: A look back at the generosity of West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. – From galas to a call to action, local organizations have been making a difference in the lives of those around us. And it couldn’t happen without the generosity of so many…
West Tennessee's Year in Review: 2023
2023 Year in Review: Your top stories for 2023 (by views): Three-year investigation results in conviction of man named ‘Weed Eater’ Drug Task Force: Large scale drug trafficking conducted at old Walmart building Driver arrested for Lexington wreck that claimed…
Several New Year's Eve events planned in Jackson
SEE ALSO: Several Jackson restaurants to keep doors open for New Year holiday JACKSON, Tenn. – New Year's Eve can be a celebration for all ages, young and old. So we have a few…
Additional information on the food pantry at First United Methodist Church Lexington
The First United Methodist Church in Lexington hosted a Mobile Food Pantry and food giveaway on Saturday, December 23. The church has been helping families with these food giveaways for several years now. This year alone with the help of…
Pet of Week: Charlee
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Charlee! Meet Charlee! She is a small lady (weighing just under 30 lbs) but she has the biggest goofiest personality.…
RIFA, Old Country Store offer a place to eat on Christmas Eve
JACKSON, Tenn. – Looking for a place to spend Christmas Eve together? Here are a few places you could go! Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store will be continuing a treasured family tradition with…
Mother of 5 seeks help after fire at Jackson home
JACKSON, Tenn. – Tamia Trull is a 27-year-old mother of five. She recently gave birth to a newborn about two weeks ago. Trull stated that she was just talking to her sister, who…
Help needed to help serve food on Christmas Eve
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local organization needs volunteers for Christmas Eve. After volunteering on Thanksgiving GT Productionz is returning to RIFA to help serve members of the community on Christmas Eve. GT Productionz is…
Program awards $1 million in STEM grants to Tennessee schools
The following is a news release from Battelle: NASHVILLE, Tenn. ― The Tennessee STEM Innovation Network (TSIN), managed by Battelle, supported the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Bicentennial Volunteers Inc. (BVI), a TVA retiree organization, in providing $1.5 in STEM…
SWHRA delivers hope for the holidays
JACKSON, Tenn. – A community service center is helping to feed children while also spreading Christmas cheer to senior citizens who are homebound. The Southwest Human Resource Agency provided services among generations Tuesday…
What is Yule: A reverend's insights and unique celebrations
JACKSON, Tenn. – What is Yule? We spoke with Rev. Emily Guenther from The Fellowship of Avalon - ATC about the annual celebration. She shared that, in this case, Yule serves as a catch-all term. Wooden…
Discovery Park announces honorees for 2024 awards, gala
(Union City, Tennessee, Dec. 19, 2023) — Discovery Park of America has announced the honorees for the 2024 Discovery Awards and Gala that will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the museum and heritage park. The gala and awards ceremony, emceed by author,…
State says Urban, Community Forestry Assistance grants available
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry is providing funding through the Urban and Community Forestry Inflation Reduction Act Grant Program to promote the creation, enhancement, and protection of urban and community forest ecosystems in disadvantaged communities.…
