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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.
Tennessee football fans react to early release of 'EA Sports College Football 25' video game
For the first time in more than 4,000 days, college football fans are able to watch their favorite teams play — virtually, that is. The newest edition of "EA Sports College Football 25" is gracing the realm of console gaming, coming more than 10 years after the previous release of the series, "NCAA Football 14."
FHU athlete Scott earns MSC Male Character First Award
Freed-Hardeman track and field and cross country student-athlete Bo Scott has been named the 2023-24 Mid-South Conference Male Character First Award recipient, conference officials announced Wednesday. The honor is the first for Scott and he becomes the first Freed-Hardeman male student-athlete to earn the recognition. Scott is active in his...
Tennessee and Wyoming passed anti-red flag law legislation in 2024
New laws in Tennessee and Wyoming passed this year prohibiting the use of extreme risk protection orders (ERPOs), also known as red flag laws. They are the third and fourth states to adopt such laws after Oklahoma did so in 2020 and West Virginia in 2021. ERPOs authorize individuals, typically...
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...
Tennessee Highway Patrol Attacks the Field at Neyland Stadium
The iconic home of Volunteer Football served as the backdrop for the new THP Dodge Charger and Trooper, which were recently photographed for America’s Best-Looking Trooper Cruisers Contest. The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) recently participated in the American Association of State Troopers (AAST) 11th Annual America’s Best Looking Trooper...
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...
Tennessee Ranks Among the Most Dangerous States in the Nation
In a recent study, Tennessee has found itself among the most dangerous states in the nation. In a study, US News dove into both the violent crime rates and property crime rates in all 50 states. After combing through all of the data, the outlet was able to determine how well each state fosters public safety.
Tennessee reps irked by state’s failure on gun safe storage campaign
Tennessee’s Department of Safety is failing to follow through on a $1.6 million campaign for safe gun storage in vehicles, despite a major increase in weapon thefts from cars and trucks, lawmakers say. Lawmakers approved the funding in an August 2023 special session on public safety for a firearms public awareness drive that was supposed […] The post Tennessee reps irked by state’s failure on gun safe storage campaign appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Neo-Nazi group demonstrates on Tennessee overpass
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A neo-Nazi group demonstrated on an overpass overlooking Interstate 65 on Monday afternoon. The group identified themselves as the Goyim Defense League, which, according to the Anti-Defamation League is, “...is a loose network of individuals connected by their virulent antisemitism.”. An officer with the Metro...
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...
Oversized load to move through East Tennessee this week
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A third oversized load will be on the move in East Tennessee this week, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation. TDOT’s Mark Nagi said there will be rolling road blocks for the oversized load on Wednesday as it works its way from Knoxville to Kingsport.
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. ...
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