HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. — The Tennessee Highway Patrol has confirmed a Memphis man was killed in a three-vehicle crash Wednesday night on Interstate 40 near Brownsville. According to a crash report, 45-year-old Robert Flynn was killed in the crash. The report says Flynn rear-ended another vehicle, went through the median, rolled over, and slid into the westbound lanes of traffic,…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Rep. David Kustoff announced about $11,755,000 in grants and loans to go to Trenton, Alamo, and Covington, according to a news release. The grants and loans are a part of the United States Department of Agriculture’s Community Facilities programs. The city of Trenton will receive $5,000,000 in loans and $250,000 grants for a Trenton Light and Water…
JACKSON, Tenn. — U.S. Marshal Tyreece Miller has confirmed a suspect wanted in connection with a shooting earlier this month is in custody. According to a news release, Ambreia Washington was arrested Wednesday at an apartment on Hollywood Drive. The release says Washington was wanted by the Jackson Police Department on a charge of attempted first-degree murder in connection with…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. — Get ready to “Let it Go,” junior style! The Chester County Youth Theater Camp is gearing up to present Disney’s Frozen Jr. Campers were in full dress rehearsal, today, preparing for their debut performances. You can see “Frozen Junior” this Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 4 p.m. It will be at the Lloyd Auditorium…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Fans are heading back to the Ballpark at Jackson, enjoying a day of baseball. After months of not being able to witness baseball at the Ballpark due to the COVID-19 pandemic and selecting a new team, fans are now coming out to enjoy the Winnipeg Goldeyes playing their 10th home game at the stadium. While the seats…
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — In a perfect combination of thrill and danger, the 99th running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb provides an opportunity for professionals and amateurs alike to compete on a global stage. Originating in 1916 in Colorado Springs, the Race to the Clouds surpasses 12 miles of mountainous terrain, featuring over 150 sharp turns. “It’s a…
JACKSON, Tenn. — A former West Tennessee Healthcare employee is facing a federal indictment after she allegedly took money from a local hospital. “On May 28th, 2020, our hospital leadership here at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital was notified that an employee, Melanie Haste, was involved in some alleged misconduct. Our leadership at that point began taking immediate investigative action,” said…
MEDINA, Tenn. — The pandemic has already caused multiple shortages this year, and now there’s another — fireworks. “There’s a big firework shortage across the nation. It’s really hard for anyone to get fireworks this year,” said Triston Cook, manager of Tristar Capital Fireworks. Last year, firework sales exploded thanks to COVID and social distancing. While demand is still high…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The emergency room at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital is in critical need of blood. Dr. David James, MD says everyday the hospital sees people having accidents, injuries, bleeding problems, G.I. bleeds and trauma, who all depend on blood. Dr. James says most of the time when they give blood to a patient, it’s the difference between life…
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. — The Tennessee Highway Patrol confirms 35-year-old Krystle Leggett, of Newbern, died in an incident earlier this month in Crockett County. Authorities say at around 12:30 a.m. on June 13, Leggett was traveling on foot on Highway 412, near Johnny Powell Road, when she was struck by a Chevrolet Cruz driven by a Brownsville resident. After coming…
