4th annual Cody Nance Invitational to be held Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Grab those cowboy hats and belt buckles, the annual Cody Nance Invitational is back for its fourth year! "This weekend we're going to be here, and tomorrow starting at…
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IRS extending tax relief for Tennessee storm survivors
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- There has been a big announcement from the IRS. The IRS says survivors of the Dec. 10 tornadoes now have until May 16 to file individual and business tax returns. This means Gibson, Henderson, Henry, Lake, Obion,…
5th annual Black Tie & Boxing set to take place Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Have you ever had steak and potatoes ringside at a boxing match? Well now is your chance! Express Employment Professionals are hosting their annual Black Tie & Boxing event to help raise funds for those in need.…
Tennessee Promise FAFSA deadline extended to March 1
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Promise Scholarship FAFSA deadline has been extended. A news release says that the deadline has been moved to March 1 due to COVID-19 and recent weather events. "We know that many Tennessee students rely on…
Tennessee offers unemployment benefits to tornado victims
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Workers effected by the Dec. 10 tornadoes can now apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance. The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development says this is available to those in Gibson, Henderson, Henry, Lake, Obion, Weakley, Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson,…
Organization looks to better childhood education and development
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One organization is looking to better childhood development and education across West Tennessee, and they need your help. "It's really important for us to hear from our community as we're…
New THDA program to help homeowners hurt by pandemic
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As we continue to adapt in a world of COVID-19, the toll that was left on the economy is still being felt today. In 2020, when COVID-19 hit the United States,…
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$9,000 donation made to local boxing club
JACKSON, Tennessee. — Simmons Bank has made a $9,000 donation to a local boxing club. The donation was made to Team Ingram Rayford Collins Jackson Boxing Club on Wednesday. Lamont Ingram, who accepted the donation, says the grant will…
Animal Care Center seeing increase in pet surrenders
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is seeing an increase in owners surrendering their pets. "We do see a slight uptick in animals surrendered around the holidays," said Whitney Owen, Director…
USPS offering free at-home COVID-19 tests
The United States Postal Services is offering a new way to receive a COVID-19 test. The postal service is now giving everyone a way to order at-home COVID-19 tests on its website. USPS says that each household will be limited…
Round of Tennessee Songwriters Week to be held in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A round of the Tennessee Songwriters Week is being held in Jackson. A news release from Visit Jackson, TN says a qualifying round will be held at the Tennessee Legends of Music Museum at the Carnegie on…
Sign encourages water safety in honor of Tyler Spann
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Spann family wants to help save as many lives as possible with the help of a special monument honoring their son, Tyler Spann. "This is just a way to honor him and remember him. He…
27 dogs rescued from home in McKenzie
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- The Animal Rescue Corps was able to rescue several dogs living in poor conditions. The organization rescued 27 dogs at a property in McKenzie after EMS and law enforcement were in the property last week. When…
Finish the FAFSA Week promotes steps to higher education
UPDATE: NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Promise FAFSA deadline was extended to March 1. EARLIER STORY: JACKSON, Tenn. -- Ahead of the Feb. 1 deadline to qualify for the Tennessee Promise Scholarship, the state is promoting Finish the FAFSA Week.…
Pet of the Week: Chloe
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Chloe! Chloe is a spunky 5-year-old, who is 13 lbs, half saber tooth, half Pomeranian, and ALL LOVE! She loves…
Businesses work to keep positions filled as omicron plagues workforce
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "Now Hiring" signs are popping up at several businesses in the Hub City, and with the recent surge of the omicron variant, that may not change anytime soon.…
Union to host Faith in the Marketplace Feb. 3
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Union University is hosting a special guest in February. The university says its McAfee School of Business will be hosting Frank Harrison for its annual Faith in the Marketplace…
Human Trafficking Awareness Day brings issues to light
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Human trafficking is the second largest criminal industry in the world, and could be taking place right under your nose. The month of January is recognized as Human Trafficking…
Spotting the signs of human trafficking
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and there are some things you can learn to help save a life. “Human trafficking continues to affect every corner of our state,” said Tennessee Department of Health Commissioner Dr.…
