Lexington high schooler earns full scholarship
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Karlee Willis got a life-changing surprise at school on Friday. "I've got to be honest. When Carla called me, I went into the office and started talking to one of…
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Educators, leaders gather for WestTeach seminar
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Nineteen West Tennessee counties and 23 school districts were represented at the WestTeach Seminar on Friday morning. What was their goal? "To bridge the gap between classroom, commerce and…
Gibson EMC tax dollars benefit communities
TRENTON, Tenn. -- The Gibson Electric Membership Corporation says its tax dollars are benefiting counties in Tennessee and Kentucky. A new release from Gibson EMC says they paid over $1,500,000 in taxes to counties in northwest Tennessee, and a little…
Board of Regents narrows search for JSCC president
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Board of Regents Search Advisory Committee has selected four finalists for the Jackson State Community College president. The four finalists for JSCC president are: Dr. Ronaldo García, who is Broward College’s Judson A. Samuels South…
Crane collapses near Sofi Stadium in California
INGLEWOOD, Calif. -- A crane collapsed at the SoFi Stadium construction site in Inglewood, California on Friday. Los Angeles County Fire tweeted that there were no injuries or damage to the stadium.…
UPDATE: Old Medina Road reopened after crash
UPDATE: Old Medina Road reopened around 10:45 a.m. Friday. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Old Medina Road was closed due to a crash near the Interstate 40 exit Friday morning. Jackson police confirmed the closure and advised drivers in the area to…
Jackson city council prepares for economic growth and educational opportunities
JACKSON, Tenn. -- At Thursday night's agenda review meeting, Jackson city council members met to discuss what's to come for the Hub City. In new business, the city will consider transferring the…
Community remembers, honors former Haywood Co. Sheriff Melvin Bond
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn.--In honor of Black History Month, people gather to remember a staple and former community leader. Families, friends and community members released balloons at the Haywood County Sheriff's Office to recognize…
Health officials provide tips on keeping safe from coronavirus
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As the coronavirus spreads around the world, health professionals have information on what families need to do to prepare. Health officials say the coronavirus, which originated in Wuhan, China, has…
Pinson school celebrates Black History Month
PINSON, Tenn. -- It's Black History Month and local schools are celebrating. South Elementary School in Pinson held their Black History Month program Thursday. Parents and children grades Pre-K to fifth grade filled the gymnasium. The program recognizes some of…
Governor Lee announces Constitutional Carry legislation
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Governor Bill Lee announces legislation aiming for significant changes involving guns. "The bill is not only focused on protecting our Second Amendment liberties, but also on increasing safety for…
Counties come together to search for 3 boaters
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Two towns 130 miles apart are coming together to search for three missing fishermen and support their families. "We're not doing anything Obion County wouldn't do for us,…
North Parkway Middle hosts annual Black History Month program
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An east Jackson middle school held a special celebration for Black History Month. North Parkway Middle School featured students singing, dancing, reciting poetry and role playing during the annual program.…
High school showcases technical educational programs
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Administrators at Liberty Technology Magnet High School are showing off just how beneficial their technical education programs are for students. To do that, they hosted their first ever Crusader Showcase.…
FHU students partner with Henderson Police Department
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University students are getting hands on experience thanks to the Henderson Police Department. They're teaming up for a neighborhood watch program. "This is an opportunity for people to reach…
