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Friday, December 20th, 2024
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Good morning, Jackson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lane College held a dedication ceremony for a memorial in honor of Richard Donnell Jr., a beloved former student and campus radio personality, in a tribute attended by family, college representatives, and community members. WBBJ-TV
- ➤ The voting deadline for Jackson's 2024 Tour of the Trees, where the public votes for their favorite local business's Christmas tree, is December 20. WNBJ 39
- ➤ Tom Mapes, a former public information officer for the Madison County Sheriff's Office, celebrated his retirement and reflected on a career of community engagement and future plans to seek guidance for his next steps. WYN 106.9
- ➤ The Jackson-Madison County Public Library will host a festive event for children to meet Santa and enjoy Christmas stories, sing-alongs, and crafts on December 21. WNBJ 39
- ➤ The Jackson Fire Department hosted its 2nd Annual Retiree Christmas Breakfast to honor former firefighters, emphasizing their ongoing inclusion in the department's brotherhood and sisterhood. WNBJ 39
- ➤ The Jackson Fire Department demonstrated a controlled Christmas tree fire to highlight the risks and educate the public on fire safety during the holiday season. The Jackson Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is examining a December 16 incident where a deputy in Jackson, Madison County, fatally shot an armed man, Robert Harrison, during a disturbance call. The Jackson Sun
- ➤ The third and final suspect in the Wallace Road shooting, Tarcus Wilkes, was arrested and charged with felony murder and six counts of attempted first-degree murder. WBBJ-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jackson area leaders participated in a Topping Ceremony to mark the construction progress of the new Pope School building. The Jackson Sun
HOME NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jackson Christian secures a victory against KenWood in a competitive match. WYN 106.9
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