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JRPD proposes funding plan to improve parks
JACKSON, Tenn. — Jackson residents are voicing their opinions regarding the city’s community parks. This evening, April 30, a public input meeting was held at Cypress Grove Nature Park in west Jackson. There was an 80-20 proposal by the Jackson Recreation and Parks Department for improvements to Cypress...
Covington Man Charged with Aggravated Assault Following Shooting at Apartment Complex
A man has been thrown behind bars after letting loose a volley of gunshots at an apartment complex in Covington, Tenn. The accused, Steven Jones, age 32, is now facing a slew of charges, including aggravated assault and reckless endangerment. The shooting hubbub kicked off last week at Sunrise Apartments...
King makes statement against arming teachers
When Jackson-Madison County Schools Superintendent Marlon King spoke to the Jackson Rotary Club on April 24, he was adamant in one statement that he made. He opposes arming teachers in the classroom. His statement was in response to the 68-28 vote the Tennessee General Assembly took the day before in...
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...
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...
11th Annual Hatchie BirdFest underway in West Tennessee
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. — The 11th Annual Hatchie BirdFest in Brownsville is going to last all weekend long. There are many things that you are able to enjoy at this event. Director for the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center, Sonia Outlaw-Clark, tells us about them. “It’s an opportunity for beginner...
Youth Health Fair held in Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.—One event in a local city aims to get kids healthy. A health fair was held today at Humboldt Medical Center located at 3525 Chere Carol Road. The event was created to raise awareness to the health needs of elementary and middle school aged children within the area.
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...
Spring Plant Sale set for May 3 and 4 at West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center
Attendees can shop over 500 varieties of hand-selected plants. University of Tennessee Gardens, Jackson, and Madison County Master Gardeners will host their annual Spring Plant Sale on May 3 and 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center. The event is free to attend and open to the public.
JMCSS hosts districtwide art show to celebrate student creativity
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson Madison County School System is holding an art show. Hosted at Madison Downs, the districtwide show started at today, April 30, at 5 p.m. and lasts till 7 p.m. The entire venue is filled with student artwork. From clay pieces and charcoal to paintings...
West TN counties receive infrastructure grant
HAYWOOD, Tenn. — The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration held an in-person briefing this morning to announce historic grant investments in Tennessee’s energy infrastructure. Hosted at Brownsville Utilities Department, the briefing announced funding for the Natural Gas Distribution Infrastructure Safety and Modernization Grant program. The grants will...
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