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Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Jackson Transit Authority offers 25-cent rides on December 23-24 to ease holiday budgets, with a temporary adjustment from the regular fares.  WBBJ-TV
  • Lt. Rochell Staten of the Jackson Police Department graduated from the FBI National Academy, enhancing her safety and security skills.  WNBJ 39
  • The Jackson Madison County Branch of the NAACP celebrated its annual Christmas meeting with festive games, a donation initiative for RIFA, and a reaffirmation of its commitment to justice.  The CrimeSEEN Examiner

CRIME NEWS

  • TBI investigates a shooting involving a Madison County Sheriff's deputy, resulting in the death of an armed man, with no deputies injured.  WYN 106.9
  • A gallery of individuals booked into Madison County Jail between 12/16/24 and 12/17/24 is presented, noting that booking does not imply guilt.  WYN 106.9

ECONOMY NEWS

  • ALU Materials plans to invest $36 million in Jackson, Tennessee, creating 55 new jobs by manufacturing aluminum battery casings for Ford Motor Company, marking the first Korean automotive supplier in the area.  WNBJ 39
  • Gas prices in Tennessee have decreased to an average of $2.64 per gallon, with Jackson and Johnson City having the highest rates in the state at $2.71, while the national average is $3.02.  WNBJ 39

EDUCATION NEWS

  • A student at Northeast Middle School in Jackson distributed an illegal substance, leading to penalties and a reminder for parents to discuss safety with their children.  WBBJ-TV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The City of Jackson's Budget Committee proposes the City Council approve up to $36 million in bond requests for various budget items.  WYN 106.9

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Annie the Musical

    Experience the classic story of Annie performed by the Jackson Theatre Guild this holiday season.

    Thu, 12/19/24

    View event
  • The Second Annual Blues & Soul Ball

    This event features an evening of blues and soul music, complemented by delicious food and a lively atmosphere for dancing.

    Tue, 12/31/24

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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