Author: Kyle Peppers

Madison County Imagination Library to hold ‘Dolly Day!’ event

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local families will have the chance to learn more about Imagination Library at a fun event this weekend. The Madison County Imagination Library is hosting "Dolly Day!" at Turntable Coffee Counter, located at 300 East Main Street…

Body of missing woman recovered from apparent crash

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A missing person case comes to an unfortunate conclusion. According to Tippah News, the vehicle and body of Jolynne Redfearn has been recovered from an apparent crash in northern Mississippi, where the vehicle was discovered in a…

Williams Auditorium shares upcoming event series

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A local performance venue is sharing their upcoming schedule of events. Williams Auditorium, located at 634 East Main Street in Henderson, is offering a wide range of entertainment to enjoy…

Jackson police find missing Ohio woman living out of car

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A missing woman from Ohio was found alive in the Hub City. Help locate Mariana Spaulding, she was last seen in Barberton on Nov. 11, 2022. She is believed to be driving a gold 2007 Chevrolet Impala.…

Chili cook-off to be hosted in Jackson Friday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Locals can enjoy a hot meal perfect for the "chilly" weather later this week. The East Madison County Community Center is preparing to host their annual Chili Cook-Off on Friday. The yearly event serves as fundraiser for…

Events this Week in West Tennessee: Jan. 16-22

Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Note: LIFELINE Blood Services has announced an urgent need for blood donations. Click here for mobile blood drive locations this month.…

The Hearth restaurant reopens in Martin

MARTIN, Tenn. -- One local city welcomes back a favorite option for dining in town. The Hearth has officially reopened under new ownership at 613 North Lindell Street in Martin. According to a social media post, customers can expect a…

Lexington students hospitalized after inhaling Delta-9

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Students at a local school were hospitalized after arriving to campus impaired. Friday morning, tipsters alerted us to a law enforcement and ambulance presence at Lexington High School. We…

Dr. Danielle Shutes to join Tyson Learning Center in Humboldt

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Dr. Danielle Shutes has been named Center Director of Tyson Learning Center. A partnership between Tyson Foods and KinderCare, the Tyson Learning Center is the new child care facility that will support workers at Tyson Food's Humboldt…

New tool gives Tennesseans transparency in legislative process

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton is announcing a new tool that aims to enhance public transparency. The TGA House Dashboard is a user-friendly application that gives every Tennessean the same access to the legislative process as their…

Poll of the Day: Keeping lotto winnings secret?

Many Americans are hoping to become a lucky winner as the current Mega Millions jackpot has grown to the fifth-largest in history. But if you were to win that prize, would you keep it a secret from family members that…

Local hospital awarded for high-quality heart care

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County General Hospital is being recognized for their high-quality cardiovascular care. The American College of Cardiology has awarded the hospital with the HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence. According to a news release, the recognition…

Livingston’s Soda Fountain to film for America’s Best Restaurants

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The spotlight is shining on one local restaurant this week. Livingston's Soda Fountain in Brownsville will be featured by America's Best Restaurants. America's Best Restaurants is a national media and marketing company that recognizes local, independently-owned restaurants.…

Events this Week in West Tennessee: Jan. 9-15

Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Note: LIFELINE Blood Services has announced an urgent need for blood donations. Click here for mobile blood drive locations this month.…

Most ‘Instagrammable’ Tennessee tourist attractions revealed

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Social media users looking to travel to their next photogenic destination may not need to leave the state. New research is revealing the most "Instagrammable" tourist attractions in Tennessee. Family Destinations Guide recently analyzed hashtag data to…

Investigation leads to TennCare fraud charge for West TN woman

COVINGTON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation announces a TennCare fraud charge for one West Tennessee woman. According to the TBI, in March 2022, agents began investigating fraudulent time sheets submitted for in-home care services for a TennCare patient,…

West Tenn. communities to get boost for water improvements

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Communities throughout the state will be seeing improvements to their water infrastructure through new grants announced by The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Coming from the state's American Rescue Plan fund, the grants total nearly $126,000,000…

Governor Lee announces details on 2023 Inauguration Ceremony

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Bill Lee is preparing to take on his second term as Governor of Tennessee. Friday, Governor Lee announced the theme and schedule of events for the 2023 inaugural celebration. Themed "Tennessee: Leading the Nation," the celebration will…

Haywood Comic Convention coming to Brownsville

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- An exciting event for pop culture fans is being planned for one local community. The Haywood Comic Convention is coming to Brownsville this March. Details are limited at this…

New app allows JMCSS families to track child’s bus route

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System is announcing a new tool for families with students who ride the bus. The WheresTheBus app is described as a user-friendly bus tracking system that allows parents to follow their child's bus…

Health dept. welcomes Ginger Rowsey as new PIO

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department is welcoming a new member to their team. Veteran journalist and public relations professional Ginger Rowsey has been hired as the new Public Information Officer, replacing Mallory Cooke. Cooke left the…

United Way of West TN establishes Office of Childhood Success

JACKSON, Tenn. -- United Way of West Tennessee announces its current education initiatives have been merged under an umbrella called the Office of Childhood Success. According to a press release, the classification was created to emphasize the organization's increased support…

HCMC spotlights first baby of 2023

PARIS, Tenn. -- Henry County Medical Center is spotlighting their New Year baby for 2023. Pictured is Franklin Matthew, the HCMC New Year’s Baby born on January 1, 2023 at 6:53 a.m. to proud parents Ashley…

First Hub City Flea Market of the year opens this weekend

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The first Hub City Flea Market event of the year kicks off this weekend. The flea market will open at the Jackson Fairgrounds from Friday, January 6 through Sunday, January 8. The Hub City Flea Market features…

Events this Week in West Tennessee: Jan. 2-8

Don't miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Note: LIFELINE Blood Services has announced an urgent need for blood donations. Click here for mobile blood drive locations…

Poll of the Day: Are you optimistic for 2023?

With 2022 behind us, a new year full of possibilities has arrived. Now, we want to hear from you in our Poll of the Day. Click here to see our previous Poll of the Day questions and…

LIFELINE announces urgent need for all blood types

JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services announces an urgent need for all blood types. A news release states West Tennessee's blood supply is at a critically low level and LIFELINE is "in dire need" of donors as soon as possible.…

TWRA seeks public input on proposed CWD plan

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is seeking public input. A 30-day public comment period is now open for their new five-year chronic wasting disease (CWD) strategic plan. A news release states the new plan includes five main…

New Year’s Eve Kid-Celebration to be hosted in Lexington

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A special event aimed at children will give kids a fun way to ring in the New Year. The Henderson County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a New Year's Eve Kid-Celebration. Saturday night, the community is invited…

Arrest made in shooting death of Humboldt woman

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The Humboldt Police Department confirms an arrest has been made in relation to Tuesday night's shooting. 44-year-old Courtney Bushun Dickey is currently in custody at the Gibson County…

Multi-vehicle wreck delays traffic in north Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A multi-vehicle wreck led to traffic delays in north Jackson Wednesday. The wreck occurred during the afternoon near North Highland Avenue and Charjean Drive. Our crews arrived…

Poll of the Day: New Year’s Resolutions

Another year is coming to an end, and people are already making their New Year's resolutions as 2023 quickly approaches. Now, in our Poll of the Day, we want to hear how you did in 2022. …

Steve Bowers to retire after 40+ years in local radio

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A long-time staple of local radio is announcing his retirement after more than 40 years. Steve Bowers is set to make his final broadcast with Grace Media Group on Thursday. Bowers is currently the host of "Blue…

Gov. Lee grants pardons to 5 West Tennesseans

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Governor Bill Lee is announcing his decision to grant executive clemency to 16 individuals. Governor Lee says the decision was made after thoroughly reviewing the merits of each case, and in consultation with the Tennessee Board of…

Poll of the Day: Regifting

The season of giving is here, but have any of those gifts already been unwrapped? Regifting, the act of taking a gift that you've received and giving it to someone else, is totally acceptable to some yet considered disrespectful by…

City of Henderson to open warming shelter on Thursday

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- As temperatures reach dangerously low levels this weekend, the City of Henderson is helping those in need stay warm. Mayor Bobby King announces a 24-hour warming shelter will open beginning Thursday. According to Mayor King, the shelter…