MARTIN, Tenn. -- A student could be facing an assault charge after police respond to a potential threat. According to the Martin Police Department, officers responded to Westview High School around 7:44 a.m. on Friday, regarding a student possibly threatening…
HOLLADAY, Tenn. -- An event that's been held annually for over half a century returns to one local town. The 65th Annual Old Time Bluegrass and Fiddlers' Jamboree is kicking off in Holladay. Along with bluegrass music and a bluegrass…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Police say a woman was killed after being struck by a vehicle in Humboldt. Thursday afternoon, the Humboldt Police Department issued a news release on the death of 29-year-old LiJoyce Bridges. According to the release, around…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Groundbreaking ceremonies have been set for two highly-anticipated projects in the City of Jackson. Construction will soon begin on the city's new Men's Homeless Shelter, as well as the city's first ever Senior Center. A groundbreaking ceremony…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Community members will be connected with health-related resources at an upcoming event. According to a press release, the Stay Well Community Health Initiative was designed to bring those resources to Black…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students were transported to a local hospital after an incident at West Bemis Middle School on Wednesday. According to a message shared with parents by Principal Richard Willis, first responders…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Plans are underway for a fun family event, all for a good cause. Home to Fortress Women's Gym & Ninja Warrior HANGout, The Village of Jackson is hosting a fundraiser for CASA on April 29. The community…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The community is invited to a Criminal Justice Forum to be held at Jackson State Community College on Thursday, April 13. Hosted by the JSCC Criminal Justice Program, the forum aims to raise awareness of the current…
PARIS, Tenn. -- The City of Paris, Tennessee is gearing up for the 70th Annual World's Biggest Fish Fry. The week-long celebration attracts visitors from near and far to enjoy…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Tennessee Legal Services is preparing to host a virtual event in observance of Fair Housing Month. The Fair Housing Conference will be held from 1-3:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 20. The live webinar event will feature…
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A new business has opened its doors in the Trenton community. Rocky Top Honey is a boutique "specializing in UT apparel, accessories, and gifts, as well as neutral items for those that aren’t on the UT…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred over the weekend. According to JPD, officers were dispatched to 15 Gillman Lane around 2:41 p.m. on April 1. A news release says upon arrival, they…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson man responds to what he says are retaliatory charges brought against him. Tuesday, the Tennessee Comptroller's Office released…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Governor Bill Lee is requesting federal emergency assistance for ten counties impacted by the recent tornadoes and severe storms. “State and local officials, first responders and volunteers continue to provide critical support to impacted Tennessee communities following…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As their project for the year, the City of Jackson, TN Mayor's Youth Council is hosting a fundraiser for the Jackson Animal Care Center. The Youth Council is seeking donations for the center to be used towards…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police discovered multiple people with injuries after an incident in west Jackson. According to the Jackson Police Department, officers responded to the 1600 block of Hollywood Drive around 8 p.m. on Monday night after a report of…
SEE ALSO: Boyd discusses criminal charges, responds to claims he represented self as lawyer JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Comptroller's Office released a report Tuesday on their investigation regarding a former West Tennessee probation officer. Boyd,…
STANTON, Tenn. -- An extra-special step brings a highly anticipated project closer to completion. On March 24, Ford hosted the BlueOval City Live celebration, where guests were given a tour of the…
BRADFORD, Tenn. -- A Bradford man made an interesting discovery Friday evening amid the severe weather that swept across the area. Christian Ellis says her husband Jon was outside when he saw what…
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- A suspect is dead after an hours-long standoff in Hardin County. Lauderdale County, Alabama Sheriff Joe Hamilton says around 3 a.m. Monday, officers with the Florence, Alabama Police Department began a vehicle pursuit. Sheriff Hamilton says…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation announces interstate construction will be halted for the Easter holiday. Beginning at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 6, TDOT crews and contractors will stop all interstate construction work that requires lane closures,…
MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The names of those lost locally during Friday's tornado outbreak have been confirmed. According to McNairy County Sheriff Guy Buck, a total of nine people were killed due to the storms in McNairy County. Those lost…
UPDATE (4/3/23): Click here to read the full press release by the United Stated Department of Justice. MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The jury has reached a verdict in the trial for former nurse practitioner Jeff Young. According to court records, the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Transit Authority is issuing a safety notice for their patrons. Due to the threat of severe weather, JTA buses will stop running at 6 p.m. on Friday and may resume once the hazardous weather has…
SEE ALSO: Storm shelters opening on Friday, March 31 JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the threat of severe weather upon us, we reached out to local utility companies to see how they're operating. Many…
SEE ALSO: Storm shelters opening on Friday, March 31 The following schools will be closing early on Friday, March 31 due to the threat of severe weather: Crockett County Schools (Dismissing at 12:45) Decatur County Schools (All afterschool activities cancelled)…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Experts with the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health discussed the challenges that disinformation and misinformation have on the fight against COVID-19. The school's research estimates that in Summer 2021, dis- and misinformation caused 2-12…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson (TN) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. held the 63rd annual Miss Bronze West Tennessee Scholarship Pageant on Saturday. According to a news release, the pageant was founded by Delta Anna Cooke amid…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Family nights out at the ball game just got a lot cuter! The Jackson Rockabillys and Tractor Supply are partnering to present the Tractor Supply Kids Korral at select games. A release says during every Sunday and…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A wreck Sunday evening in Madison County halted interstate traffic and resulted in multiple injuries. According to Tennessee 511, a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 40 was reported around 5:29 p.m. The wreck occurred in the westbound lane…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Griot Collective is preparing to present a free special event next month. "Drop the Mic: A Celebration of National Poetry Month" will be held on April 27 in downtown Jackson. The event will feature both published…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A former physician involved in a massive federal opioid investigation has entered a guilty plea. Andrew Rudin appeared before Judge J. Daniel Breen at the U.S. District Court in Jackson on Wednesday. Court records show that Rudin…
HENDERSON & MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- An 80s music icon will be performing two concerts in West Tennessee this May. Pop singer Tiffany is bringing her nationwide "Shadows" tour to venues in Henderson and McKenzie. Tiffany earned two U.S. #1 hit…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting from Wednesday night. According to JPD, around 8:55 p.m. on March 22, officers were dispatched to the 100 block of West Deadrick…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A two-day festival celebrating art and music in the community is on its way. The inaugural Vintage Makers Music and Arts Festival will take place in downtown Jackson on May 6-7. The free event will feature over…
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The search for a missing child ends with good news. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirms 14-year-old Aaliyah Whitehead has been found safe. Aaliyah had been missing from the Benton County area since March 13, after…
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- One West Tennessee community will welcome back a popular event. After a successful year in 2022, Bolivar will host a Food Truck Festival on Saturday, April 15. The event aims to spotlight local food trucks as well…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- David Russomanno has been named as the University of Memphis' new Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost. The announcement comes after the University of Memphis Board of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man is behind bars after a shooting at a Jackson motel. According to court documents, 41-year-old Brandon Scott Taylor is being charged with attempted first degree murder. An…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency announces the state's 2023-24 fishing regulations are now in effect. Anglers are encouraged to obtain the new Tennessee Fishing Guide, now available at locations throughout the state, as well as TWRA's website…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is offering a mobile household waste collection service this weekend. On Saturday, March 25, residents will have the chance to dispose of household hazardous waste at three locations across the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Area Community Bands is preparing to host their Spring 2023 concert. The free, public event will be held on Monday, May 1, at Union University's Savage Chapel. The concert will feature two ensembles: The Symphonic…
UPDATE (3/21/23): The Carroll County Sheriff's Office confirms Penns has been located safe. CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Carroll County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help in locating a missing woman. According to the Sheriff's Office, 70-year-old Esther…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Arts Council is preparing for the return of a popular event. Arts Backstage 2023 will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9. Created as a way to celebrate and honor local art making,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new Executive Director is being sought for the Jackson Arts Council. The announcement comes after current Executive Director, Lizzie Emmons, has been named the new Community and Projects Manager of theCO. Lizzie…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local students made their way to Florida this week for an extra-special showcase. On Tuesday, March 14, the North Side High School Band took the stage at Universal Studios Orlando. Universal's STARS Performance Program offers a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Ahead of the world's luckiest holiday, we speak with a travel expert straight from the Emerald Isle. Travelzoo Senior Editor Gabe Saglie has spent the week travelling through…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee man has been found guilty of three counts of rape of a child. According to District Attorney General Frederick Agee, 31-year-old Joshua Pewitte was indicted in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A "crucial community event" is coming up to help spread awareness and educate residents. I.C.A.R.E. is hosting "Fighting Fentanyl Together" on Monday, March 20. The event will be an informational seminar focused on raising awareness and educating…
UPDATE (3/20/23): Court records reveal details in north Walmart stabbing JACKSON, Tenn. -- Authorities confirm a person was injured in a stabbing at a local store. According to the Jackson Police Department,…
