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 in just under 30 lbs.) but she has the biggest goofiest…
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Virtual session to be held on Fair Housing
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Mayor Scott Conger presented a proclamation in honor of Fair Housing Month. The mayor presented West Tennessee Legal Services with the proclamation on Friday in honor of…
TN River Rendezvous to give insight to the past
SALTILLO, Tenn. -- The third annual Tennessee River Rendezvous is being held on Saturday. An opening ceremony honoring local World War II veterans with plaque presentation and a vintage WWII-era plane…
National Donate Life Month marked in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There's a month-long event being held to encourage organ donor registration, and you can celebrate! National Donate Life Month was established by Donate Life America and it's partnering…
Groups lend a hand with storm cleanup in West TN counties
MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Almost three weeks have passed since the deadly tornadoes that struck West Tennessee, and help is still pouring in as local residents are still recovering. Love and…
'Let's Talk': Jackson-Madison schools unveil tool to increase transparency
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Everyone likes to have information at their fingertips, and one school system is doing just that with a newly announced tool. The "Let's Talk" platform is a new…
Federal disaster help available in several counties
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Many West Tennesseans are picking up the pieces and trying to rebuild after the devastating storms that hit the area. As a result, Federal Disaster Assistance has been made available…
Relay for Life to bring community together to fight cancer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One of the world's largest peer-to-peer fundraising event is set to take place right here in the Hub City. For over 36 years, communities across the world…
M. D. Anderson Planetarium's May of 2023 schedule
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University of Memphis Lambuth M. D. Anderson Planetarium has shared their schedule for May of 2023. The schedule for May 2023 includes: Tuesday, May 2, 5:30 p.m. – “Hubble Vision” Friday, May 5, 1:30 p.m. – “Hubble…
Pet of the Week: Carter
This week's Pet of the Week is Carter from Hero West Rescue! Do you want someone in your life that thinks you hung the moon and stars and that you're just…
Organization aims to plant 12,000 trees for Earth Day
One organization is asking for your help in reaching its goal. Green Interchange has a goal to plant 12,000 trees for Earth Day on April 22, and you're invited to take part. Tennessee residents can get tree seedlings to plant…
Distracted driving accounts for 22% roadway deaths, NRSF says
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Driving can be stressful, but driving distracted can be dangerous. According to David Reich, the Director of Public Relations for the National Road Safety Foundation, last year in Tennessee, 1,322…
Glow Out 5K to be held April 20
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Runners, it's time to light up the Hub City for a good cause! The Glow Out 5K will return this year for the first time since 2019. The Glow Out Walk and Run will take place on…
New program available for Jackson college students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Visit Jackson, TN has launched a new program. According to a news release, Emerge has been designed for Jackson's college students, giving them the chance to create cross-campus friendships, gain experience and leadership skills, and more. Visit…
Governor seeks federal aid for storm-hit counties
ADAMSVILLE, Tenn. -- Severe weather and tornadoes have raced through the Mid-West and Mid-South for almost a week, starting on Friday, March 31. In Adamsville, damage could be seen in the aftermath of an EF-3 tornado. "The people across the…
FHU Theatre bringing two productions for April
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University Theatre is bringing two productions this April. According to a news release, the theatre will be putting on “Alabama Rain” and “Eurydice” beginning Tuesday, April 18 through Sunday, April 23. The news release says…
Gov. Lee requests federal assistance following storms
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Governor Bill Lee is requesting federal emergency assistance for ten counties impacted by the recent tornadoes and severe storms. “State and local officials, first responders and volunteers continue to provide critical support to impacted Tennessee communities following…
Recovery efforts underway following storms
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several organizations reached out a helping hand to those affected by recent storms, giving aid and support where needed. The Salvation Army of Jackson was just one of those groups that traveled to areas that were affected.…
FBI visits West Tennessee campus to host academy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local college invited special guest to their campus. On Tuesday, the FBI held its second collegiate academy in the state of Tennessee at Lane College. The day started at 8:30 a.m. with arrival and student…
Activist looks for support in fight against Alzheimer's
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As a volunteer, Amy Gammel has experienced firsthand how Alzheimer's affects an individual. Gammel's aunt was diagnosed with it in 2005 and suffered a near 10 year battle until…
