Author: Kyle Peppers

Humboldt child rape suspect found living in boat in Alaska

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A man wanted for sex crimes involving a minor has been captured in Alaska. According to a press release by the U.S. Marshals, 50-year-old Adam Gabarra was wanted out of Humboldt on the charges of incest, aggravated…

Sunset Valley Farms hosting anniversary bash Saturday

HURON, Tenn. -- A local attraction is inviting the public to their anniversary celebration. Sunset Valley Farms is holding their five-year anniversary bash on Saturday, October 7. The farm, located in Henderson County, is currently featuring their fall festival and…

See schedule of events for Lane College 2023 Homecoming

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lane College is preparing for Homecoming 2023 with a week-full of events coming up. Director of Alumni Affairs, Braylin Laster, says there are a lot of exciting events and activities in store to coincide with this year's…

‘Rally for Recovery’ coming to Huntingdon October 21

HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- A free community event will bring awareness to an important cause, with the help of a special guest. The "Rally For Recovery" will be held at the National Guard Armory in Huntingdon on Saturday, October 21. Along…

FEMA test alert to sound off on Wednesday afternoon

JACKSON, Tenn. -- You may experience an alert on some of your devices on Wednesday, however it will not be cause for alarm. According to FEMA, a nationwide test of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System will be held…

UPDATE: Missing McKenzie teen found safe

UPDATE (10/04/23): The TBI confirms Nevaeh Williamson was found safe in Michigan.  MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Authorities are searching for a missing teen from McKenzie. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, 17-year-old…

Community invited to Domestic Violence Awareness Walk at Beech Lake

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- An upcoming event in Lexington aims to raise awareness for an important cause. The Lexington Police Department, Henderson County Sheriff's Department, and Henderson County Family Justice Center are joining the TN District Attorney's Office and WRAP to…

Brownsville to hold Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- One local community prepares to celebrate as October marks Hispanic Heritage Month. A Hispanic Heritage Month celebration will be held at Brownsville City Hall on Friday, October 6. The public is invited to gather to celebrate the…

The Hub City’s best local coffee shops

JACKSON, Tenn. -- As Friday marks National Coffee Day in the U.S., we're taking a look at some of the best local coffee shops in the Jackson and Madison County area. Turntable Coffee Counter 300 E Main St, Jackson Click…

Jackson ‘career criminal’ sentenced to 66 years in prison

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson man dubbed as a "career criminal" has been sentenced to 66 years in prison. According to a press release from the office of District Attorney General Jody Pickens, 44-year-old Gary Allen Jordan, Jr. was sentenced…

Your 2023 Guide to Fall & Halloween in West Tennessee

Fall is in the air once again, with many autumn and Halloween activities on the horizon for West Tennessee. From fall festivals, to haunted houses and trick-or-treating, we've gathered a list below of upcoming events and activities to help you…

2 smoke shops in Savannah under investigation following complaints

SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- The Savannah Police Department confirms an investigation led to the search of two businesses and the seizure of multiple items. The department says authorities have been investigating several local tobacco and CBD distributors following numerous complaints from…

3 men arrested for first degree murder in Whiteville shooting

WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirms three men have been arrested in connection to a fatal shooting in Whiteville. According to the TBI, Tyreco Sharp, Isaiah Allen, and Quindario Nathan have each been taken into custody and…

Self service kayaks coming to 2 Lexington lakes

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Are you ready to get out on the water? The Henderson County Chamber of Commerce announces self-service kayaks will be coming to Beech Lake and Pine Lake in Lexington. On Friday, a ribbon cutting will be held…

Authorities respond to truck fire at BlueOval site

STANTON, Tenn. -- A local fire department responds to the construction site of BlueOval City. The Brownsville/Haywood County Fire Department says around 4:15 Tuesday afternoon, they, along with the Stanton Volunteer…

BBQ for Cancer coming to downtown Dyersburg Oct. 13

DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- The Dyer County Community Cancer Fund BBQ for Cancer will be held Friday, October 13. The event will take place in downtown Dyersburg from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., or until sold out. The Dyer County Community…

Senior Expo event coming to Savannah in October

SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- Senior citizens in one local community are invited to an upcoming event. A Senior Expo will be held in Savannah on October 17, sponsored by the Hardin County Health Council and community partners. Along with fellowship and…

Meet Smokey Bear, pickup free smoke alarm at Lexington Walmart

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- National Fire Prevention Week is set for October 8-14 this year. Ahead of the annual awareness campaign, first responders in Lexington and Henderson County are teaming up to kick it off with a community event. On Friday,…

2nd Annual Hot Wing Festival coming to Jackson Saturday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Delicious food will be a theme in the Hub City this weekend. The 2nd Annual Hot Wing Festival returns to the West Tennessee Farmers Market on Saturday, September 23. Presented by the Jackson Entrepreneurs group, the whole…

Lexington Police seek IDs in felony theft investigation

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Lexington Police Department is asking for help in identifying two suspects. According to the department, the individuals in these photos are persons of interest in a felony theft investigation. Lexington Police shared the photos to…

Chester County BBQ Festival returns this weekend

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- One local community is cooking up the return of a favorite annual event. The Chester County BBQ Festival returns to downtown Henderson on Friday, September 22 and Saturday, September 23. An…

Community invited to free movie night in Jackson park

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The community is invited to a free movie night this weekend in the Hub City. The City of Jackson Recreation and Parks Department will host "Family Fun Movie Night in the Park," sponsored by AmeriGroup, on Saturday,…

Kingdom Support Solutions Ministries helps feed Jackson community

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A "Feed the Community for the Needy" outreach initiative was hosted in Jackson on Saturday by Kingdom Support Solutions Ministries. The event involved contributions from JONAH Affordable Housing, Community Foundation of West TN, KKT Mobile Solutions, and…

1 injured, 1 arrested following shooting in Martin

MARTIN, Tenn. -- A man is in custody after a shooting in Martin. The Martin Police Department says around 11 a.m. on Saturday, officers responded to Volunteer Community Hospital in reference to a 911 call. Police discovered that the caller,…

Gov. Lee joins leaders in Bolivar for brownfield bill signing

BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Friday morning, Governor Bill Lee made a stop in Bolivar as part of the kickoff to his Statewide Conservation Tour. A press release states the tour highlights Tennessee’s conservation strategy and celebrates recent investments in state parks,…

Historic Ghost Walking Tour, dinner returns to Jackson in October

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Area Business and Professional Women announce the return of their annual Ghost Walking Tour and Dinner. According to a press release from Jackie Utley, historical Jackson ghosts will be portrayed by the Excelsior Theatre Company…