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. She is now…
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Habitat for Humanity holds 'Volunteer Build Day' in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new dream is coming to life thanks to Habitat for Humanity. Habitat for Humanity acts as a bridge for first-time homeowners, and those who are willing to…
Union University kicks off Bicentennial celebration with service in chapel
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Union University kicks off their 200 year celebration with a church service in the chapel. "Alumni, former faculty and staff, former students have come back and we are…
Union University to celebrate 200th anniversary with variety of events
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local university is preparing to host thousands of people on its campus Friday and Saturday. Union University alum and Admin Assistant of VP Institutional Advancement, Keaghlan Sheridan,…
District responds after video surfaces of Trenton principal using racial slur
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One middle school principal is under fire for using a racial slur while speaking to students. Snapshot from video of the incident obtained via…
Pet of the Week: Lucy
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Lucy. Meet Lucy! Lucy is a sweetheart to say the least. She loves and lives for affection. Lucy is…
Substance abuse prevention focus of two-day summit in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local coalition is educating organizations on the war on drugs. The Jackson-Madison Prevention Coalition hosted their 2nd Annual Prevention Summit in Jackson. "We focus on substance use…
Jackson International Food & Art Festival to return this October
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson and several other community partners announced the activities surrounding the 8th Annual Jackson International Food and Art Festival. Courtesy: Jackson…
Intent to bring charter school to Jackson-Madison Co. met with opposition at public hearing
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new option for education may be heading to Madison County, but is being met with opposition. The State Charter Commission held a public hearing with the Jackson-Madison…
Company demonstrates work at largest titanium source in U.S., located in West Tennessee
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A new company could be on the search for new minerals across West Tennessee, and they're educating the public along the way. Iperion-X…
High schoolers experience impaired driving simulator at Chester Co. High
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Driving under the influence is taken to a new level for students in Chester County. UNITE's Arrive Alive Tour paid a visit to Chester County High School students…
The Chicken Shack celebrates 60 years at West Tennessee State Fair
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee State Fair is back in Jackson, and the Madison County 4-H organization is getting chicken ready for the week. The Chicken Shack has been serving…
Former Madison Co. Commissioner investigated for unlawfully charging to officiate weddings
UPDATE (9/14/22): The Comptroller's Office issued a correction to their previous investigative report on the matter, stating: The previous report and press release indicated the results of the investigation had been communicated with the District Attorney General of the 26th…
Pet of the Week: Winston
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Winston! Meet Winston! Winston is his name, but all his friends call him "Winnie." This sweet hunk of Doodle was…
Jackson bone marrow donor shares story, will speak at national forum
JACKSON, Tenn. -- September 18 is World Marrow Day, which encourages people to donate stem cells to help others who may be battling different health concerns. "It's actually a day where…
Hundreds of bikers deliver donation to St. Jude Children's Hospital in Memphis
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Local bikers revved their engines for a good cause. "We're here with the St. Jude Ride group to raise money for St. Jude," said Dyersburg-Memphis St. Jude…
Variety of events to commemorate 9/11 throughout West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This weekend is full of events to remember those who lost their lives in a tragic event, more than 20 years ago. Sunday, September 11, 2022 marks 21 years since the…
City of Jackson launches 'Neighborhood Academy' to inform citizens and spark change
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is launching a new program called Neighborhood Academy, focused on empowering and teaching the citizens of Jackson about their local government. "Attendees will attend a…
Expert talks effects of increasing screen time on eye health
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With modern technology, many of us are constantly staring at a screen. But what impact is that having on your eye health? The average American spends about…
Three Jackson schools uniting for RIFA's Student Food Drive
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Three Jackson schools are uniting to tackle one problem alongside of a local nonprofit. University School of Jackson, Trinity Christian Academy and Jackson Christian School are uniting to…
