MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. — A new deputy with the Madison County Sheriff’s Department has some new equipment to better protect himself. Deputy Tanner Cornelison came back from state training and received a new vest Friday. The vest was bought and paid for by members of First Christian Church on North Parkway. “We furnish vests, but the tactical vest is that…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Shoppers are getting an early start to Tax Free Weekend trying to beat the crowds. “My grandson is getting ready to start school, and I’m trying to save a dollar,” customer Earline Morrow said. “Every little bit helps.” “I don’t know exactly what they need for supplies, but I’m going to look at the list,” customer Mattie Flagg…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. — A former high school football coach has entered a best-interest plea on charges of having sex with a 17-year-old student. Adam Yates Adam Yates entered a best-interest plea Thursday to two counts of aggravated statutory rape, according to documents from Henderson County Circuit Court. The former football coach at Lexington High School was accused of having…
Weather Update – 10:30 p.m. Friday Conditions will be breezy at times tonight but skies will continue to become clearer allowing temperatures to drop to the upper 60s and lower 70s by sunrise at 6:02 a.m. Saturday. Look for plenty of sunshine tomorrow with mostly clear skies for the entire weekend! Overnight lows will be in the upper 50s and…
Weather Update 10:00 AM CDT Meteorologist Brian Davis: Our Main Computer That Records The Broadcast Is Down, But, Fear Not….I have a slideshow of our current weather for you. It is full of sunshine and cooler temperatures! North winds and high pressure continues to filter into the area after the passage of a strong cold front that moved through on…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Police search for suspects accused of shooting a home Thursday night in west Jackson. Officers say several bullets hit a house in the 200 block of West Forest Avenue. Jackson police said they got the call around 8:55 p.m. Thursday. “I heard about, I don’t know, about 15 gunshots last night,” Charles Taylor, a neighbor, said. “Sounded…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. –Enjoy a classic movie to help out a great cause. McKenzie Middle and High School baseball players will host a movie night on Saturday, July 29. That’ll take place at McKenzie City Park. Gates open at 7:30 and the movie “The Sandlot” starts at 8:00 p.m. The fundraiser is to assist in the renovation of the high school…
PARIS, Tenn. –Enjoy a fun day and help a local organization, all at the same time. Head to the Henry County Fairgrounds Saturday, July 29, for Summer Fest in Paris. That’ll run from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Attendees can participate in a silent auction, arts and crafts, and games. Proceeds benefit Luke’s Inn Shelter. For more information, call (731)…
JACKSON, Tenn.–Enjoy a laugh with fellow athletes while getting stronger. Saturday, July 29, Saving the Animals Together, or STAT, will host laughter yoga. That’ll run from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at Liberty Park in Jackson. Studies say laughter yoga provides the same physiological and psychological benefits as spontaneous laughter. It’s free, but donations are encouraged. Categories: Local News, Seen On…
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. — “Going green” is a trend that many believe is good for the environment and good for business. Haywood County commissioners are continuing the movement by approving an energy project with help from state agencies. Four buildings in the county will soon be receiving an eco-friendly upgrade. “We’re going to have LED lighting put throughout the…
