Archives: 2021

Law enforcement conduct ‘Operation Chickasaw’ in Hardeman County

BOLIVAR, Tenn. — Hardeman County Sheriff’s Office — with support of the US Marshals Service and TBI — conducted Operation Chickasaw. The operation spanned from May 4 to May 5, with law enforcement checking on 35 convicted sex offenders, according to US Marshals Service news release. The release says 25 were in compliance with the sex offender registry law. “Sex…

City selects Juanita Jones as Hub City Hero for May

JACKSON, Tenn. — The city of Jackson announced May’s Hub City Hero. Mayor Scott Conger announced Juanita Jones as the choice for the month. Jones founded and serves as the executive director for Keep My Hood Good Community Campaign, which promotes personal, civic and community responsibility for underserved, underprivileged youth. “Juanita’s heartfelt commitment for the youth in our city can…

Nice Tonight, Rain on Saturday, Storms Return on Sunday

Friday Evening Forecast Update

Friday Evening Forecast for May 7th: Rain showers and isolated weak storms will show up early on Saturday, but stronger and possibly severe storms will return on Mother’s Day. Some late morning and early afternoon storms could pop up too on Sunday, but evening storms are looking likely for most of us and those are expected to be the biggest…

Ballpark announcement raises concerns from city

JACKSON, Tenn. — As we reported Thursday, the Jackson Generals announced they’ve invited the Winnepeg Goldeyes to play ball at the Ballpark at Jackson for the summer. But did they have the authority to do so? That’s what the City of Jackson is now calling into question. Late Thursday afternoon, the City of Jackson issued their response. It calls the…

Mr. Norise F. “Rabbit” Key

Mr. Norise F. “Rabbit” Key was born on November 14, 1935 in Madison County, Tennessee. He departed this life on May 6, 2021 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. A Graveside Service will be at 11:00 am on Thursday, May 13, 2021 in Parkway Memorial Gardens. Open Visitation will be from 12:00 Noon-7:00 pm Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at Bledsoe…

Janet Teresa Simpson Huggins

Janet Teresa Simpson Huggins was born October 7, 1955 in Ripley, Mississippi and passed away May 5, 2021 in Oakland, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her parents, Woodie E. and Toie K. Bishop Simpson and brother, Jerry K. Simpson. She leaves behind her husband of 42 years, John Huggins; her daughters, Donna Stinnett (Tommy) of Napoleonville, LA and…

Arlington murder suspects arrested in Brownsville

HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. — U.S. Marshal Tyreece Miller confirmed the arrests of three people wanted in connection with a February homicide investigation. According to a news release, Delmarc Hollingsworth, Anterion Springfield and Montre Jeter were arrested Thursday in Brownsville. The three were wanted on charges of second-degree murder in the Feb. 24 death of Anthony Grayson, according to the release….

Savannah Parks & Rec seeks feedback for upcoming plans

SAVANNAH, Tenn.

Savannah Parks and Recreation is conducting a survey that will help shape the future of the city. Courtesy: Savannah Parks and Recreation Facebook The survey will serve as a guide as the parks department builds their plans for the upcoming years. The community is invited to participate and let their voice be heard. Participants are asked for their input on…

4 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.; 11,376 total

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed four new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 11,376. Those new patients range in age from 15-years-old to 83-years-old. There is currently one Madison County resident hospitalized. The health department says that patient is not on a ventilator. The health…