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Hub City’s new Dixie plant is on schedule to open this summer
JACKSON, Tenn. — Today, May 17, we were able to get an update on a major project being built in the Hub City, bringing many jobs with it. We had the opportunity to visit the Georgia Pacific Dixie Plant to see how the hard work has been coming along.
The City of Jackson wants you to call 311 if you have city-related issues
311 has been in service for five years in the City of Jackson. We talked with Mayor Scott Conger about new features and their new location as they push citizens to use the service. Jackson officials: Call 311 if you have city-related issues. 311 has been in service for five...
The Stella offers a different alternative for event hosting
The Stella is a new and older place in Downtown Jackson. The building itself was built in 1869 at what is now the corner of Church and College streets. For the past few years, it was the home of LD2 Consignment Shop, but the owners of that shop decided to move, leaving the space vacant.
Brushing scams: how to recognize and report them
JACKSON, Tenn. — Have you ever received a random package in the mail that you didn’t order?. It’s called a brushing scam, and while it may seem harmless, you should err of on the side of caution. “A lot of times the scammers buy these items from...
Super Hero Smash Baseball Tournament this weekend at West TN Sportsplex
This weekend, Jackson’s West Tennessee Sportsplex is hosting the Super Hero Baseball tournament. Our David Oglesby talks to the Sportsplex Director about the games and the economic impact these events have on the region. Super Hero Smash Baseball Tournament this weekend at West TN Sportsplex. This weekend, Jackson’s West...
Former educator indicted on federal child exploitation offenses
Jackson, TN – A federal grand jury in Jackson, Tennessee recently returned an indictment charging Philip Stephen Plyler, 41, of Fairmont, West Virginia with federal child exploitation offenses. United States Attorney Kevin G. Ritz announced the return of the indictment today. Plyler is charged in a two-count indictment with...
Hazardous waste collection site in Jackson on Saturday
Madison Countians have an opportunity to get rid of their hazardous waste this Saturday when the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) makes a stop in Jackson. TDEC’s mobile household hazardous waste collection service will be set up at the city’s public services complex. The drop-off location...
Decathlon team at NMS honored for national-level excellence
The May meeting of the Jackson-Madison County School Board was a quick one that was done in 21 minutes. A couple of groups that were honored were the JMCSS Super Writers, which were those who excelled in the District’s writing contest that included students from their senior year in high school all the way down to pre-K levels of education.
Woman arrested for financial exploitation of elderly
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. — A West Tennessee woman has been arrested for the financial exploitation of an elderly individual. According to booking information, 63-year-old Carolyn Faye Hunley was arrested by Humboldt Police on Monday afternoon and transported to the Gibson County Correctional Complex. Hunley is facing one count of financial...
Drug Task Force makes 10 arrests during TN Strawberry Festival
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — 10 people were arrested by the West Tennessee Drug Task Force in Humboldt, Tenn. over the weekend. WTDTF agents patrolled southern Gibson County during the annual Strawberry Festival in Humboldt on Thursday – Saturday of last week. Reports say 10 arrests were made, five weapons were seized, and agents pursued and caught […]
How Haylen Ayers had to change role for USJ softball's path to state tournament
Haylen Ayers was one of the loudest players running toward the USJ softball dugout Thursday. Ayers was celebrating with her teammates — the Bruins (20-9) just clinched a spot in the TSSAA Division II-A tournament after defeating Friendship Christian, 7-0, in Game 3 of the state quarterfinals at USJ. This is the Bruins’ first trip to the state tournament since 2016, and ninth overall. ...
Lane College Women’s softball team wins awards for outstanding play and academics
Women’s sports are growing in popularity. In Jackson, we have some strong women athletes and teams. We talked with one of the stars and head coach of Lane College’s softball team which is winning awards on the field and in the classroom. Lane College women’s softball team wins...
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