New flag pole honors veterans in Lexington Cemetery
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- When a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars noticed the old African American section of the Lexington Cemetery did not have a flag pole for its veterans, the group…
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Freed-Hardeman University kicks off 150th year of school
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Wednesday was the first day of class at Freed-Hardeman University. The day also marked a big milestone. "We're celebrating the 150th anniversary today, but we're going to celebrate all…
Carroll County preps for 'Walk Across Tennessee' initiative
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- Walk Across Tennessee is a statewide initiative, encouraging residents to join in teams and try to walk the most miles they can over eight weeks. Now the initiative has…
Nashville political commentator jailed for not paying child support
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Conservative political commentator and former congressional candidate Steve Gill has been jailed in Tennessee after he allegedly failed to pay $170,000 in child support to his ex-wife as ordered by a judge. News outlets report Gill…
UPDATE: Woman airlifted with knife injury
UPDATE: Police say a woman has been airlifted with a knife wound to her stomach after a report of domestic assault in north Jackson. Officers responded around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday to a residence on Silverdale Cove where they found a…
Tennessee abortion waiting period lawsuit headed for trial
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Opponents of a Tennessee law requiring women to wait 48 hours before undergoing an abortion argue that such restrictions help perpetuate outdated gender stereotypes. The argument is part of a lengthy lawsuit challenging the legality of…
UPDATE: 16-year-old dies following shooting, two juveniles charged
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.--Investigators have confirmed a 16-year-old male died following a shooting in Humboldt, Tuesday. Humboldt Police Chief Reynard Buchanan says two male juveniles have been charged in connection with the shooting, one with second degree murder and another with filing…
TCAT Jackson, Whiteville holds graduation ceremony
JACKSON, Tenn.-- While school is beginning for some area students, it's ending for others. The Tennessee College of Applied Technology in Jackson and Whiteville held its graduation ceremony for all of its programs…
New Christian book store holds Hub City grand opening
JACKSON, Tenn.--A new business officially opens its doors in the Hub City. Christian Publishers Outlet held its grand opening, Tuesday. City and County dignitaries also came out for the event. Dave Tanner and…
JMCEA meets to discuss concerns with school leadership
It's a new school year as members of the Jackson-Madison County Education Association get together for their first meeting Tuesday evening. Guests included members of the Jackson-Madison County school board. Organizers say that…
Families and friends remember young man killed in Cody's shooting last year
JACKSON, Tenn.-- One year ago, 20-year-old Braxton Watkins died in a shooting at Cody's Saloon and Dance Hall in Jackson. "I think he was just gone too soon. Braxton was a fun,…
Crews investigate Selmer fire with reported fatality
SELMER, Tenn. -- West Pine Street in Selmer was the site of an early morning house fire Tuesday. Neighbors say the commotion woke up the whole block. "I came out about 3…
Lane College opens student food pantry to fight hunger
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local college is welcoming a partnership with a local organization to fight hunger. "This actually started when a student came to me one day," said Lane College Safety…
Suspect in Beech Bluff car chase in custody
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Madison County Sheriff's Office spokesman Tom Mapes has confirmed a suspect in a car chase Tuesday afternoon is in custody. Mapes said the suspect is believed to have been driving a stolen vehicle. The suspect was…
Man dies after July crash near Ramer
McNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A man was killed in a July crash near Ramer, according to the Tennessee Highway Patrol. In a crash report, the THP says 50-year-old Brian Null, of Ramer, died after a crash on July 27. The…
