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Shannon Reed-Chase Named Arts Council Executive Director
PARIS, Tenn. — The Paris-Henry County Arts Council is proud to officially introduce Shannon Reed-Chase as its Executive Director. While the introduction may be overdue, Shannon certainly hasn’t wasted any time getting to work. She joined the Arts Council in the middle of one of its busiest seasons,...
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Open mic event brings local talents together in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) -The community was brought together Saturday afternoon through the power of spoken words. A free open mic poetry reading took place at the Shirlene Mercer Walking Trail. Everyone was welcome from poets, storytellers, artists, or even just people who appreciate the power of words to come out...
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Fall Festival underway at Sleepy Hollow Safari in Trenton
TRENTON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Sleepy Hollow Safari kicked off its Fall Festival Friday. There was a corn pit, an inflatable slide, treats and photo opportunities. Everyone is welcome to come and see the animals, pet them and feed them. Here’s what you can expect. “Some animals that they’re not...
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Dyersburg mayoral candidate in custody, election official offers insight to process
DYERSBURG, Tenn. (WBBJ) - City of Dyersburg mayoral candidate Malik D. Garrett has a pending case against him out of Fayetteville, North Carolina. The charges allege that Garrett committed assault with a deadly weapon on November 22, 2023. The charges also list three different dates for probation violations. Anita Fowlkes,...
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JMCSS receives $307,753 in state funds for new resource centers
JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Jackson-Madison County School System received $307,753 in Public School Construction and Maintenance funds Friday from State Treasurer David H. Lillard Jr., Sen. Ed Jackson and State Reps. Johnny Shaw and Chris Todd. The money will support new school resource centers for the district. The Tennessee General...
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LaShonda Williams Named Chamber President
Paris, Tenn.–The new Paris-Henry County Chamber President is LaShonda Williams. Williams is an accomplished entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience, best known locally as the owner and operator of Lakeway Nutrition. Chamber Interim Executive Director Tara Wilson said, “Beyond her deep-rooted passion for business, LaShonda is a dedicated...
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Bolivar prepares to open brand new hospital, replacing 1974 facility
BOLIVAR, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Bolivar is awaiting the opening of a freshly built West Tennessee Healthcare facility. A new chapter is beginning for Hardeman County as the West Tennessee Healthcare Bolivar Hospital is expected to open on Monday, Nov. 9. This hospital will replace the community’s current hospital, which was built in 1974.
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Former Lexington official settles lawsuit against city for unlawful termination
LEXINGTON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - A lawsuit filed by former city recorder and chief financial officer of Lexington, Cody Wood, against current and former city officials, including Mayor Gordon Wildridge and Aldermen Chip Clark, Donna Ross, Jimmy White and Tim Rhodes has reached a settlement agreement. Background. Cody Wood worked for...
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Washington/Poplar Street Traffic Signal In Operation With Upgrades
Paris, Tenn.–The traffic signal at Washington Street and Poplar Street in downtown Paris is back in operation with several upgrades now in place as part of the Downtown Signalization Project. Improvements include updated traffic signals and controller boxes, pedestrian signals, leading pedestrian intervals, and updated curbs and bump-outs. High-visibility...
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West Tennessee Health Care unveils new hospital in Bolivar
The community of Bolivar is welcoming the addition of a brand new hospital provided by West Tennessee health care. 39 News goes to give a preview of the hospital as well as to find out what this could mean for the community.
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Munford Awarded $350,000 Downtown Improvement Grant
The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) awarded the City of Munford a Downtown Improvement (DIG) Grant of $350,000. Through the application process, the Munford Downtown Development Commission (MDDC) demonstrated both a need for continued Downtown improvement and the ability to execute projects to reach that goal. That includes a city-funded 25% match.
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Town of Brighton under water conservation notice
BRIGHTON, Tenn. (WMC) - The town of Brighton is asking residents to conserve water because its larger water tower is out of service. The town announced Monday that the water tower is out of service for rehabilitation. During this time, the Town’s water system is operating from the smaller tower.