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Teapot festivities continue, Trenton Mayor shares history
TRENTON, Tenn. — It is that time of year again where people are wanting to get outside, enjoy the outdoors, and have fun with anything that their city or town has to offer. The City of Trenton is no different — it’s the Teapot Festival!. We spoke...
Teapot Festival kicks off in Trenton
TRENTON, Tenn.—A local city kicks off its annual festival. The opening ceremony of the Teapot Festival happened Sunday in Trenton. The festivities began at 4 Sunday afternoon with the announcement of this year’s Grand Marshal, John Dunagan, Teapot Royalty and unveiling of the Teapot yard signs. The festival...
Why Crockett County soccer's Christopher Cerda can dare to dream big
Christopher Cerda spent his 2023 summer at the Crockett County soccer field. The equipment shed was open, Cerda and several teammates just needed to get to the field. If it was raining, they’d make the trip to the Dyersburg Sportsplex, which has an indoor soccer field. Anything to get...
JMCSS Superintendent: ‘Teachers will not be armed; Standing for Students and Staff’
FROM DR. MARLON KING, JACKSON-MADISON COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM SUPERINTENDENT:. Teachers will not be armed; Standing for Students and Staff. As a member of our school community, I feel compelled to address a recent development concerning arming teachers. With the passage of the bill allowing teachers/staff to carry firearms in schools...
Players battle it out at a local pickleball tournament
JACKSON, Tenn.—Players from across West TN hit the courts for a special tournament. Day two of the Hub City Spring Showdown Pickleball Tournament took place at Conger Park today. The tournament, sponsored by Knott’s Fine Foods, started on Friday with the men and women singles matches and continued today...
Jackson reacts to new Tennessee law allowing school workers to carry guns
Governor Lee has signed off on a bill that will allow teachers and staff to carry firearms on school grounds. The school systems get to decide whether or not they’d like to participate and the Jackson-Madison County School System has said “no.”. House Bill 1202 was introduced as...
Hat tricks and home runs: Vote for Jackson area boys athlete of the week for April 22-27
The regular season is just about over in the Jackson area. Games are still going on early this week, partially because of the weather causing cancellations. The TSSAA playoffs begin this week with district tournaments. For now, though, it’s time to vote for the Jackson area boys athlete of the...
St. Nicholas Orthodox Church celebrates Palm Sunday
JACKSON, Tenn.—A local church honors Palm Sunday with a special service. This morning, St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, located at 419 Old Humboldt Road in Jackson, welcomed guests to join them in honoring Palm Sunday. A liturgy was held at the church which included the congregation taking part in a...
‘Home Show’ in downtown Jackson previews the latest trends
JACKSON, Tenn. — An event is held as a preview party for those looking to find their dream home. The event called “Bourbon and Bites” was held this evening in the Jackson Walk and McCowat street area near downtown Jackson. The VIP preview party was a kickoff...
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