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SEC makes huge decision about who the real UT is
The SEC has finally settled the debate over who the real "UT" is, declaring a victor between the Tennessee Volunteers and Texas Longhorns. The post SEC makes huge decision about who the real UT is appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Best Jackson-area LBs in 2024 TSSAA season? See our ranking
From Mason DeLoach to Jacob Knox, The Jackson Sun ranked the top linebackers for the 2024 Tennessee high school football season in the Jackson area. TSSAA high school football is almost back in the Jackson area. Over the offseason, The Jackson Sun is ranking returning players by position group. It's...
How the Tennessee Whiskey Trail contributes billions to the Nashville, Tennessee economy
Tennessee whiskey is much more than a single brand. The Tennessee Whiskey Trail, which encompasses nearly 30 distillery brands — some with multiple locations, and more than 40 destinations across 500 miles, has become a major tourist draw. From the Tasting Bar at Nashville Barrel Co. to Bootleggers and...
Local politicians react to Biden’s exit from presidential race
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Following President Joe Biden’s announcement that he was withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, local politicians are sharing their opinions. Many local and regional lawmakers said this gives the Democratic Party a chance to reset and disrupt the dynamic. Some have already thrown their support behind Vice President Kamala Harris. “For me, […]
Blind Boys of Alabama and Blues Artist Bobby Rush collaborate on “99 ½ Won’t Do”
For the first time, gospel icons Blind Boys of Alabama and Blues Hall of Famer Bobby Rush have collaborated on a recording released today. This collaboration features the sacred soul classic “99 ½ Won’t Do” and aims to support the Mid-South Food Bank in Memphis, TN. Both artists have had legendary careers spanning six decades and recently won Grammy Awards in 2024. Joining them on the recording are Dom Flemons and the folk-rock band Dustbowl Revival.
Humboldt community members gather for movie night in the park
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. — One community had an evening of fun with a movie night in the park. The Humboldt Park and Recreation Board presented a family movie night at Viking Park. Friday night’s movie was a free showing of ‘Toy Story’. Residents brought their chairs and...
State unemployment holds steady at historic low
NASHVILLE — Tennessee continues to experience record-low unemployment, according to data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). The rate for June came in at 3%, which was unchanged from the all-time low unemployment rate the state recorded in May. In a year-to-year comparison, Tennessee’s June 2024 seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased by 0.1 of a percentage point. Employers added new jobs to Tennessee’s workforce between May...
Strictly Business – BUCHANAN REALTY GROUP highlights this week’s activity
Buchanan Realty Group CLICK HERE located in Hamilton Hills Shopping Center, 621 Old Hickory Blvd., sponsors Strictly Business, a weekly column that takes a look at a few of this week’s business highlights. The Buchanan Realty Group – (731) 300-3071 – provides commercial real estate services throughout Tennessee. The...
Jackson-Madison County Library presents ‘Books and Brews’
JACKSON, Tenn. — ‘Books and Brews’ was held Friday night at Hub City Brewing. Books and Brews is a summer reading program hosted by the Jackson-Madison County Library. The theme this year is adventure. Library staff made a pairings menu of some of the drinks at Hub...
The Icehouse of Jackson celebrates its grand opening
JACKSON, Tenn. — A new business opens in the Hub City bringing in Louisiana, Texas and Michigan influences for the community to enjoy. The Icehouse of Jackson held their grand opening on Monday, July 15. This is the Cothren’s second business, with the first located in Oakland. The...
Brown has enjoyed a year of representing Miss Tennessee Volunteer
Representing the state of Tennessee in the Miss Volunteer America pageant last month was a highlight for Jada Brown, who was Miss Lane College Volunteer before winning Miss Tennessee Volunteer a year ago. And Brown has one more task ahead of her in that role, and that is crowning her...
New mural at JACOA celebrates East Jackson history
Jackson Area Council on Alcohol (JACOA) enjoys being a member of the East Jackson community, and director Barry Cooper and his staff wanted to somehow celebrate that community with their building. They were able to do that by being awarded a Love Your Block grant from the City of Jackson...
Tennessee’s Small presents Jesus to local athletes
Jabari Small didn’t know it, but he had a tie to Jackson he didn’t know about while he was speaking at Englewood Baptist Church on Wednesday, July 17. The Tennessee football alum who played high school ball at Briarcrest Christian in Shelby County found out his high school coach, Brian Stewart, once coached at Jackson Christian.
‘Friends of Heart’ to host annual Black Tie & Blue Jeans fundraiser
JACKSON, Tenn. — The annual Black Tie & Blue Jeans event is returning for a great night of dinner, dancing and supporting heart health. The event is set for August 3 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center and starts at 6 p.m. There will be a silent auction, cocktails,...
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