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…
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Mainstays candles recalled
More than 1.2 million Mainstays candles are being recalled. The candle wicks can reportedly burn too closely to the side of the container, causing the glass to break and posing a fire hazard. Mainstays has received 12 reports of…
Cosori recalls air fryers
Cosori is recalling two million air fryers due to a fire and burn hazard. A wire connection in the air fryers can reportedly overheat. Cosori has received more than 200 reports of the air fryers catching fire, burning, melting,…
Blood donations needed, says LIFELINE
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services needs the community's help to save lives. LIFELINE says that are in desperate need of O positive, O negative and A negative blood donations. If you can help, LIFELINE says they will be at…
Group marks Feb. as Teen Dating Violence, Prevention Month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One organization is helping to keep children safe by spreading awareness. The month of February is Teen Dating Violence and Prevention Month. Students Against Destructive Decisions, or SADD, is…
Recording company to open location in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A New York City-based record company will soon be opening an additional location in the heart of the Hub City. "There's still so much music being created here…
Plant company hosts spring kickoff, restock
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local company says they've got what you need to make your home fine and dandy. Grounded Plant Company hosted their spring kickoff and plant restock on…
Poll of the Day: Subscriptions to Restaurants
Joining the ranks of streaming services, pet food delivery and more, some restaurants are now experimenting with monthly subscription services to give their customers added deals and benefits. Now, we want to hear from you in our Poll of the…
'We Back Pat' Night returns to UT Martin
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin is bringing back "We Back Pat" Night. Martin says it will be hosting Tennessee State inside the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on Thursday, February 23. The university says the women's…
Severe Weather Awareness Week begins
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Severe Weather Awareness Week began on Monday. This is a national campaign by the National Weather Service to discuss severe weather planning and prep. "The whole point is…
Expungement Clinic to be held in April
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One legal service corporation is helping those convicted of minor crimes improve their lives. West Tennessee Legal Services is offering an Expungement Clinic for those convicted of a crime…
Poll of the Day: How many U.S. Presidents can you name?
As Monday marks Presidents Day in the U.S., we want to hear from you in our Poll of the Day. Click here to see our previous Poll of the Day questions and responses.
Additional information on Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Council
For more information on the Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Council and services they offer, visit www.nwcommunityaction.org.
Pet of the Week: Baxter
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Baxter! Meet Baxter! He’s the most precious guy! Baxter is a little shy at first, but loves to snuggle with…
Blue Suede Dinner returns this weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An organization is returning with their annual dinner that helps raise funds for youth across West Tennessee. The Carl Perkins Exchange Club is preparing for its 29th Blue…
Benefits of storm shelters highlighted following severe weather
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Storm shelters can be a great resource when it comes to staying safe in a storm, as some shelters like Fain Storm Shelters have been tested to withstand an EF4 tornado, according to their website. "You definitely…
Federal Reserve official visits Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One university welcomed a prominent financial leader to speak to several guests about the future of our economy. Union University partnered with the Jackson Chamber of Commerce to welcome Jim…
Safe places during severe weather in West Tennessee
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- With the threat of severe weather coming to our area, what are some ways you can prepare? With the threat of severe weather coming soon, we looked to see…
Local planetarium to hold special series for kids
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A special series for kids is being held at a local planetarium. According to a news release, the University of Memphis Lambuth M. D. Anderson Planetarium will be holding a special series for kids from March 13…
Jackson State offering select degrees, certificates online
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is now offering some of their degrees and certificates online. JSCC says thanks to a grant of $2.2 million from the Tennessee Board of Regents, their college will be working to create online…
