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‘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...
How has Shay Hollingsworth has found success at Lexington softball? BigXthaPlug is a musical key
LEXINGTON – Whenever Shay Hollingsworth steps to the plate at the Henderson County Sports Complex, two familiar sounds to the Lexington softball team belt out. The first, the song “Mmhmm” by the rapper BigXthaPlug is Hollingsworth's walk-up song. The second, a coordinated chant from the dugout. Hollingsworth’s Tiger teammates yelling “Shay, Babay!” Hollingsworth listens...
Evening shooting kills one in east Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. — A Monday night shooting in east Jackson leaves one dead. According to the Jackson Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 200 block of Lincoln Circle around 10 p.m. in response to a Shot Spotter alert. JPD says when officers arrived, contact was made with a...
Rescuer reunites with rescuee
Do you remember a Letter to the Editor we received about a dog named Buck? Well, Buck is recovering and he was recently reunited with the man who rescued him, Chester Duncan from Darden, Tenn. Buck was hit by a car, badly injured and discarded, left for dead by the people who hit him. Benny Carver, Buck’s owner, brought Buck by to see Chester for the first time since the incident. Buck was very excited to see Chester again. He is still recovering from his amputation and other injuries but is making progress.
SHHS Students Learn the Dangers of Impaired Driving
Scotts Hill High School students had a chance to not only witness a mock traffic accident, but also participate on Friday, April 19th. A mock traffic accident brought emergency workers to the scene and some students played the role of accident victims. The event was…. For complete coverage, see the...
Teen With Ski Mask Arrested During Mt. Juliet Traffic Stop
April 24, 2024 – A traffic stop for a seatbelt violation on Mt. Juliet Road near Providence took an unexpected turn on Tuesday. During the stop, the officer noticed the 16-year-old male driver, from Jackson, TN, was wearing a ski mask rolled on top of his head. When asked to step out of the vehicle, […] The post Teen With Ski Mask Arrested During Mt. Juliet Traffic Stop appeared first on Wilson County Source.
Two years later, defendant pleads guilty in vehicular homicide case
JACKSON, Tenn. — A defendant pleaded guilty in court yesterday, April 22, concerning an incident that occurred over two years ago. According to 26th District Attorney General Jody Pickens, police noticed a vehicle speeding down interstate 40 and attempted to pull the vehicle over and the driver refused to stop.
Jackson Chamber announces website for potential new residents
JACKSON, Tenn. — Between low property taxes and lower costs of everyday items, the advantages of of living in West Tennessee keep adding up. The greater Jackson Chamber announces the launch of a new site for those looking to move to the Hub City. Move to Jackson Campaign is...
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