On Wednesday, over Facebook, Jackson Mayor Scott Conger announced that the city plans to buy the Jackson Plaza shopping center. The center in the past housed Parks Belk and Service Merchandise, which closed in the year 2002, along Old Hickory Boulevard. “For nearly a century, the Rosenblum family has been a vital partner with the…

AGENDA FOR THE NOVEMBER TERM of the MADISON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS  MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2022 8:30 AM FROM THE OFFICE OF commissioner GARY D. DEATON, chairman The regular NOVEMBER meeting of the Madison County Board of Commissioners will be held MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2022 at 8:30 A.m AT THE WEST TENNESSEE RESEARCH AND EDUCATION CENTER,…

Hunt Properties, GP. is excited to announce construction of a new Hyatt Place hotel coming soon to the campus of West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital (JMCGH). The hotel will be located on the corner of West Forest Avenue and Lambuth Avenue. The hotel will also be home to a Ronald McDonald House, which…

The Jackson City council unanimously voted to pass the motion for Brooks’ resignation at the Tuesday meeting, ultimately concluding his five terms in office. Brooks resigned from the council to accept a position as Associate Deputy DA at the Shelby County District Attorney General’s Office in Memphis. In accepting the new position, his necessary relocation…

The Tennessee governor makes a stop in Jackson during his tour. On Saturday, Governor Bill Lee campaign stopped by Old Country Store to greet the people of Jackson. Governor Bill Lee, during the program, stated that he is thankful for the support and happy that everyone came out Saturday morning to spend some time with…

“Propaganda makes you stupid.” Editor: The Jackson Press Story by Tristyn Stoop | WBBJ West Tennessee Healthcare says a new partnership is expanding their childcare services this December. According to a news release, West Tennessee Healthcare has joined with YMCA West Tennessee to move Therapy & Learning Center services to the YMCA Early Learning Center….

Under the direction of Jackson native, Caroline Meinert, Ballet Arts exists to provide the youth of West Tennessee an opportunity to develop character, life skills, integrity, and independence through the study of and participation in ballet. We strive to enrich the cultural life of the community through outstanding performances and outreach programs. Ballet Arts seeks…

The Jackson Pride drag show — the center of weeks of controversy between local lawmakers and event organizers —will now be limited to participants age 18 and older, according to an agreement reached between the parties Friday morning. State and local lawmakers, along with Jackson Pride organizers, met at the Madison County Chancery Court Friday…

AGENDA  FOR THE OCTOBER TERM of the MADISON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS  MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2022 6:00 PM FROM THE OFFICE OF commissioner GARY D. DEATON, chairman The regular OCTOBER meeting of the Madison County Board of Commissioners will be held MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2022 at 6:00 P.m AT THE WEST TENNESSEE RESEARCH AND EDUCATION…

100 would be safest The details are here Violent Crime Statistics Calculated annually per 100,000 residents National Assault 867.1 national  282.7 Murder 17.8 national  6.1 Rape 31.2 national  40.7 Robbery 129.4 national  135.5 Property Crime Statistics Calculated annually per 100,000 residents National Burglary 536.9 national  500.1 Theft 2,698 national  2,042.8

Former Jackson Police Chief Julian Wiser was sworn in on the steps of the Madison County Courthouse. It was a large turnout with family, supporters and local leaders witnessing the event, many of them being men and women in uniform. “He is a great guy inside and outside of law enforcement,” said Madison County Commissioner…