Humboldt awarded millions in grants for city improvements
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- For smaller towns in West Tennessee, federal and state funding can be a huge help for city improvements. Humboldt city leaders have been busy finding the money to give…
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McNairy County hopes hashtag brings in revenue
JACKSON, Tenn. -- McNairy County is working toward a social media trend, hoping to attract a crowd not only online but in its stores and restaurants. "Over the course of…
Summer Celebration Lawn & Garden show kicks off Thursday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Workers set up Wednesday for the Summer Celebration Lawn and Garden Show. It starts Thursday morning at the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center on Airways Boulevard…
Former Gibson police chief sues city, mayor
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Former Gibson Police Chief Taylor Atkins has filed a lawsuit against the city of Gibson, Mayor Tony Black and six of the city's aldermen for…
Humboldt police arrest runaway juvenile in recent burglaries
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A juvenile is in custody as a result of an investigation into recent burglaries. A 13-year-old runaway male juvenile from Humboldt is being held after police located him…
Sheriff's office names woman killed by train
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Sheriff's Office has released the identity of the woman killed Monday morning after being struck by a train. Stacy L. Warren, 37, was killed…
JMCSS Education Vision committee meets
JACKSON, Tenn.-Discussions over the status of the Jackson-Madison County School System continued, Tuesday night during a meeting of the education vision committee. The committee comprised of county commissioners and school board…
Voters question candidates at NAACP forum
JACKSON, Tenn -- Candidates took questions from potential voters, Tuesday night as part of the NAACP Candidates Forum. Of the 21 candidates running for the Tennessee's 8th Congressional District seat, only…
Lane College hosts "Praise Break", dozens offer prayer for the nation
JACKSON, Tenn.- Dozens gather in prayer Tuesday night at Lane College, in light of recent events across the country. About 50 community members gathered for what Lane calls a "Praise Break."…
Judge denies lawmaker's attempt to block probe of conduct
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A Nashville chancellor won't block the release of an investigative report on allegations of sexual harassment by state Rep. Jeremy Durham. Chancellor Russell Perkins said in a Tuesday ruling that Durham raised some legitimate questions about…
Massage parlors will remain closed after owners appear in court
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The owners of the spas that were shut down last week appeared Tuesday morning in Madison County Chancery court. They are facing a nuisance petition alleging…
Jackson police chief honors citizen dedicated to city's youth
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local police honored a Jackson resident Tuesday for her devotion to the youth of Jackson and their families. Jackson Police Chief Julian Wiser recognized Debra "Pee Wee" Williams-Easley for her work with the youth of the city…
Early voting begins Friday for state primary & general election
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Early voting for the state primary and general election begins Friday, July 12. With more than 40 candidates on the ballots, voters have no shortage of…
Reelfoot Rural Ministries in need of school supplies
OBION COUNTY, Tenn. -- School starts in just a few weeks, and one local nonprofit is working to make sure all the kids in their community are ready, one…
For local grower, watermelon crop ripens family tradition
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- In the heat of the summer, it's hard to beat a slice of fresh, cold watermelon. If you've ever tried to grow one of your own, you know…
