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Madison County Unveils Inspiring Community Mural Honoring Local Heroes
Some new art was unveiled in Madison County Wednesday afternoon. Love Your Block of Jackson held the ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new mural at the Jackson Area Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency. The mural features historic figures who have made countless contributions to the city's community. Now their legacy...
Greater Jackson Chamber announces 2024-2025 Leadership University class participants
JACKSON, TN – The Greater Jackson Chamber is pleased to announce the selected applicants for its 2024-2025 Leadership University class, a leadership development program for high school juniors in Jackson-Madison County. According to a press release from Lindsay Dawkins – Chief of Staff – Greater Jackson Chamber – the...
Three Jackson-Madison students relish in reading rewards as district ELA scores improve
Three lucky students from the Jackson-Madison County School System were rewarded for their achievement in reading, or a combined total of more than 14,000 minutes spent reading books. As part of the district's "Leap Up for Literacy" campaign, students and teachers alike were encouraged to read 20 minutes per day for 40 weekdays. ...
Jackson Foster Parent Assoc. Seeks Donations for School Uniforms & Supplies
Ahead of the school season, the Jackson Madison County Foster Parent Association says it's in need of school uniforms and supplies for children in foster care. The association says there are currently 68 children in the county's foster care program. They're asking the community to show its support for these children through clothing donations.
Free school supply giveaways to be held in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. — Local students will have a variety of opportunities to receive free school supplies in the Hub City. On Saturday, July 20, ROTO Nation will hold a Back to School bash featuring food, fun and free backpacks. It will be held from 12:30-2:30 p.m. at 200 B Stonebridge Boulevard in Jackson.
USJ’s Emily Jones transfers to Union University women’s basketball
JACKSON, Tenn. – Union University Women’s Basketball Head Coach Mark Campbell has announced the signing class for the 2024-25 seasons. Campbell and Associate Head Coach Sean Blackburn, have brought in seven players, including four transfers to complete the 15-person roster. Anni Buisson (Nashville, Tennessee), Alexis Callins (Martin, Tennessee), Emily Jones (Jackson, Tennessee), Kynidi Mason Striverson (Sellersburg, Indiana), Jeremia Montgomery (Gallatin, Tennessee), Aryn Roberts (Allen, Texas), Nora Saffell (Somerset, Ohio) have each signed to play at Union this coming fall.
LIFELINE Blood Services To Unveil New Bloodmobile Design
Jackson, Tenn.–LIFELINE Blood Services will host an unveiling ceremony for its newest project–a new wrap for the bloodmobile– on July 22, at 9:30 AM at 183 Sterling Farms Drive in Jackson. LIFELINE Blood Services is announcing the unveiling of its updates to their bloodmobile, featuring a striking...
Meet The Jackson Sun’s All-West Tennessee tennis teams, including players of the year
Tennis was strong again in the Jackson area. Three teams qualified for the TSSAA state tournament with all three, the Union City girls team and USJ boys and girls teams, advancing to the state championship match. Jackson Christian sophomore Jack Veazey was named The Jackson Sun’s All-West boys tennis Tennessee Player of the Year...
JEA shares ways to keep your bill lowered as temperatures rise
JACKSON, Tenn. — As temperatures rise across West Tennessee, one utility service offers some tips on making sure your bill doesn’t rise. With hotter weather it may be easier to lower the temperature inside your home without thinking of the additive cost. Steve Bowers with Jackson Energy Authority...
Former Lane College Grad and NFL Star Jacoby Jones Dies at 40
The Lane College community is saddened by the passing of former NFL star Jacoby Jones. The former Baltimore Ravens wide receiver, who graduated from Lane College in 2009, passed away this Sunday at the age of 40. Jones played a huge role in helping the Ravens secure their last Super...
Jackson budget passes on first reading with salary increases, shelter funding in tact
After passing on the first reading in a 5-2 vote, momentum on Jackson's 2024-2025 fiscal year budget continued at Friday's special-called city council meeting. This is the first time the budget has been on the agenda since the council voted to defer it back to the budget committee for further review earlier this summer.
Ethics Committee asks DA, TN Comptroller to investigate Rutherford Property Assessor
Rutherford County's District Attorney General and the Tennessee Comptroller should investigate an employee complaint against Property Assessor Rob Mitchell and his management, the county Ethics Committee decided Wednesday. Commissioner Robert Peay Jr. called for the unanimous 5-0 vote after saying he and his fellow committee members lack the resources to investigate the accusations...
Tennessee had worst voter turnout in US during 2022 midterms, report finds
Less than 40% of registered voters in Tennessee cast a ballot during the 2022 midterm elections, which was the worst turnout in the country, according to data from the Nashville-based nonprofit think tank, ThinkTennessee.
Trump assassination attempt, RNC, Biden ability and Ingrid Andress dominate conversation
Politics dominated the discussions and debates of the week. However, a bad rendition of the national anthem galvanized readers. Since last week, there was an attempted assassination against former President and GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump, the Republican National Convention started and debate continued over whether President Joe Biden is fit to continue his re-election campaign.
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