WBBJ TV
February 11, 2021
Those dangerously low temperatures make it hard for those without shelter to survive.
Tennessee Homeless Solutions Executive Director Amy McDonald says the daytime temperatures this weekend will also be extremely low, so they are making adjustments for the homeless in Madison County to have shelter.
“We will have everyone transported to non-congregate shelter so that way they will be sheltered all day and all night through the weekend, but we will be there at the Civic Center for any new intakes,” McDonald said.
That means they will be able to serve women, children and families. The Carl Perkins Civic Center will be open every night for check-ins from 6 p.m. to 9 a.m.
Laughable entries for the Australia Stakes Posted by: Morgan Payne+ at 3:55pm on 18/1/2021 Image: Darren Winningham
Isaurian is the odds on favourite in all in markets for the Australia Stakes
This Friday nights Group Two Australia Stakes has attracted just five entries after they were released on Monday morning.
Entries for Friday night’s feature Group 2 sprint, the Australia Stakes at The Valley have been extended until tomorrow morning after they only attracted five entries which were Isaurian, Widgee Turf, Arcadia Prince, Streets Of Avalon and Tavisan.
TAB fixed odds have installed Isaurian as a $1.50 favourite for the event but extra entries are expected.
WBBJ TV
January 8, 2021
The Tennessee Homeless Solution Hotline is asking for your help to assist those in need.
As we enter into the colder months of the year, having place to stay warm is important.
That’s why the hotline is searching for volunteers to help men who are staying at the Warming Center in the Carl Perkins Civic Center.
“With the numbers increasing, we do need more volunteers. The hours we are asking is from 5 to 9 p.m., and 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. in the morning,” said Executive Director Amy McDonald.
McDonald says that although the shelter is temporary, the goal is still to create a long-term solution.
WBBJ TV
December 22, 2020
JACKSON, Tenn. A temporary warming shelter for men is coming to the Hub City.
The City of Jackson is teaming up with local nonprofits to provide a warming center for the homeless this winter.
“It will be a nighttime warming shelter for our homeless population here in Jackson, so they’ll have an opportunity between 6 p.m. and 8 a.m. to check in and have a warm place to stay,” said Jackson Mayor Scott Conger.
The temporary shelter will be located at the Carl Perkins Civic Center downtown, where people can get a meal and additional support through local agencies.
Noel s close shave for the Carlow Kilkenny Homecare Team
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A Thomastown man put his head in the line of fire for a very good cause at the weekend.
Noel Somers had his curly locks shorn to raise funds for the Carlow Kilkenny Homecare Team.
The fundraising was in memory of the late Amy McDonald, the sister of Noel s partner, who died on the 23rd December 2014, just two weeks before her 40th Birthday.
The Carlow Kilkenny Home Care Team not only helped Amy during her final months but also helped her sister and her mother. Becky siad: They became part of our little family and we will be forever grateful.