Author: Amelia Carlson

Judge Patey will not be placed back on the ballot

Judge Mark Patey was removed from the Madison County election ballot last week by the Tennessee Republican Party. The election commission confirms he will not be placed back on the ballot.

Search continues for missing Benton County elderly woman

An urgent Benton County search continues for 76-year-old Alma Fowler, missing over a week after vanishing from an assisted living facility. K-9s, drones, boats, and helicopters are assisting. The latest on efforts to find her.

Blackburn awarded Outstanding Member of U.S. Senate Award

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Narcotic Officers' Associations' Coalition (TNOA) presented Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn) with the 2025 Outstanding Member of the U.S. Senate Award. The award was presented to Blackburn on Tuesday, January 3, 2026 in Washington D.C. The award…

Tackle hunger with RIFA’s Souper Bowl of Caring

JACKSON, Tenn. –  The Regional Inter-Faith Association (RIFA) will be raising funds to help fight hunger in our community through the Souper Bowl of Caring. The Souper Bowl of Caring is a nationwide movement that has been inspiring people to…

Fire Department warns about wall heaters

HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. - The Hardin County Fire Department said it responded to multiple house fires on Wednesday that were caused by old wall heaters. The department is asking anyone that has the older model wall heaters to ensure they…

Generator stolen from Hardin Co Fire Department

HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. - The Hardin County Fire Department is asking for a stolen generator to be returned to them. The fire department posted a photo of a Digital Inverter Generator Onan P2500i that was being used at their 2740…

Salvation Army expands cold-weather response in Kentucky and Tennessee

Louisville, KY – Although the recent winter storm has moved out of the region, dangerously cold temperatures remain entrenched across Kentucky and Tennessee, with forecasts calling for well-below-freezing conditions to persist for at least the next week. Tennessee and Southern Kentucky…

SW Tennessee Electric working to restore power

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. - The Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation is actively working in hazardous conditions to restore power to customers that are without electricity. According to Southwest, as of 9 a.m. on Monday, there are approximately 1,600 members without power.…

THP responds to 758 calls for assistance, 1 fatal crash

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Highway Patrol has provided extensive assistance to motorists across the state since the start of the winter storm, as ice, downed trees, and hazardous road conditions continue to impact travel. Since 3 a.m. Central Time…

Utility company gives tips to protect your gas meter set

WEST TENNESSEE - The West Tennessee Public Utility District is reminding customers to take precautions and care of their gas meter set during this winter weather. The District said customers need to remember that all three stages of water (solid,…

NWS reminds West Tennesseans of safety tips during storm damage

The National Weather Service (NWS) is reminding individuals of some important safety tips as the Mid-South  is being impacted by severe winter weather. "The entire Mid-South is experiencing tremendous impacts due to various types of winter weather right now," wrote…

Winter Storm leaves damage throughout West TN

The Winter Storm that hit West Tennessee on Friday and Saturday has left property damage and destruction for some residents. We are getting reports and photos of vehicle damage,…

Palmersville Volunteer Fire Dept responds to residential smoke call

PALMERSVILLE, Tenn. - The Palmersville Volunteer Fire Department responded to reports of smoke in a residence at approximately 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 24. Palmersville Volunteer Fire Department said firefighters arrived and discovered a malfunctioning gas fireplace. The fireplace was…

City of Jackson working to keep individuals warm

JACKSON, Tenn. - The City of Jackson posted a special thank you to all the city employees and volunteers that have worked to keep individuals warm during these freezing temperatures. The City of Jackson is providing two warming centers for…

McNairy County declares State of Emergency

MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. - McNairy County Mayor Larry Smith has declared a State of Emergency for McNairy County due to the severe winter weather conditions. Smith wrote in the proclamation that Governor Bill Lee had declared a State of Emergency…

Acts of Kindness coin given to Walmart manager

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. - One local Walmart manager received a token of appreciation for her support for law enforcement officers during the severe winter weather. According to a Facebook post by Visit Brownsville TN, Police Chief Kelvin Evans presented Walmart manager…

Emergency crews respond to structure fire

TRENTON, Tenn. - The Dyer Fire Department assisted multiple agencies in responding to a structure fire on Saturday, January 24. According to a post by Dyer Fire, the structure fire was on West 10th Street in Trenton. Dyer assisted Trenton…

Tips on thawing frozen car doors and locks

As the winter storm approaches, it is important that you stay home and off the roads. If you do have to get out and drive, many will face the first challenge of getting your frozen car door opened. AAA has…

THP provides cold weather safety tips

JACKSON, Tenn. - The Tennessee Highway Patrol is offering some cold weather safety tips as a winter storm approaches and is set to hit the state this weekend. In a Facebook video message, THP Lt. Bill Miller provided important tips…

Camden Police Department offers medication drop box

CAMDEN, Tenn. - The Camden Police Department is offering a  medication drop box for the safe and secure disposal of medication. According to a post on Facebook by Camden PD, the drop box can be used for old or unused…