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RIFA is hosting its 12th annual Pack the Bus food drive on August 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at several local grocery stores in Jackson, where food donations will help supply Snack Backpacks for children in need.

Better Business Bureau of Mid-South warns that timeshare exit scams using high-pressure tactics and upfront fees are on the rise and advises residents to verify reseller licensing with the BBB before paying any fees.

Lakelin Lemmings, a 20-year-old country singer, released her debut single "Get Around Boy" on Friday, July 24 & signed with Kinkead Entertainment Agency.

She will launch her first U.K. tour in August.

Powerball expands its ticket sales to the United Kingdom effective today (July 25) in a plan that may help jackpots build faster for Tennessee players.

American players will see no change in ticket cost, drawing days, or odds.

Jackson State Community College launched the JSCC Accepted program to automatically admit seniors from Bolivar Central and Middleton high schools for fall 2027, following a ceremony on July 21 (the event marks a key effort to remove college entry barriers for rural students).

Cain's for Literacy held a free book drive for local families today, promoting reading and community spirit (a tribute to founder Jauwon Cain's late mother) while he plans to continue this literacy effort in the coming years.

Union University in Jackson was ranked No. 242 nationwide in the U.S. News Best Colleges report — a study that evaluated over 1,700 schools on academic quality and graduate success.

The report named top Tennessee institutions, with Vanderbilt University placing highest at No. 17 nationally.

The Greater Jackson Chamber announced the Leadership University class of 2026-2027, a local program that started with a July get-acquainted session to build leadership skills among high school juniors.

The program covers topics from education to government and is supported by community partners (including local educational and business institutions).

Tennessee Task Force One Urban Search and Rescue volunteers relocated from Texas to San Antonio to aid in flooding relief and are set to return to their USAR Warehouse in Tennessee by Saturday evening after demobilization today.

The Jackson Rockabillys defeated the Decatur Bean Ballers 4 to 3 on Thursday in a game decided by a narrow margin.

Tennessee football was picked eighth in the SEC preseason poll published on July 24 — four Vols were selected for the preseason third team.

Running back DeSean Bishop, offensive guard Wendell Moe, offensive tackle David Sanders and linebacker Arion Carter earned preseason honors based on their last season’s play.