VIDEO: Chimney fire claims home in east Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local authorities responded to a house fire Tuesday morning in east Jackson. The fire occurred at a home on Bryant Street, where a…
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Poll of the Day: Is Mariah Carey’s Christmas hit overrated?
Amid a sea of classic Christmas tunes, one holiday jingle continues to reign supreme year after year. Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You" was originally released in 1994, but finds its way to the top of the…
Madison Co. Democratic Party blesses JACOA with Christmas donation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Democratic Party is continuing a tradition of giving for the holidays. Friday, December 16, members presented the Jackson Area Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency…
Gas prices drop to lowest average in 18 months
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Those hoping for lower gas prices this holiday season will be getting their Christmas wish. According to GasBuddy, prices are dropping to the lowest level in 18 months, just in time for holiday travelers preparing to hit…
JTA to offer 25 cent rides on Dec. 23 & 24
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Transit Authority is announcing their annual Quarter Ride days. On December 23 and 24, all rides on JTA fixed bus routes…
Events this week in West Tennessee: Dec. 19-25
Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Click here for the Light Up Jackson Christmas light map. For a list of drive-thru Christmas light displays, click…
Suspect in north Jackson Walmart shooting arrested in Detroit
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A suspect in a shooting at a local store has been taken into custody in another state. The Jackson Police Department confirms 18-year-old Alex Campbell was arrested by the…
Police investigate bomb threat at south Jackson Walmart
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Customers were evacuated from a local store Monday afternoon following a potential threat. According to the Jackson Police Department, officers were dispatched to the Walmart in south Jackson…
Tennessee State Parks to host First Day Hikes on Jan. 1
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The start of a new year is bringing an annual tradition to Tennessee State Parks. January 1 will see the return of First Day Hikes at parks across the state. Open to all ages and abilities, the…
Jackson man arrested for home improvement fraud
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson man is behind bars after being arrested for fraud by a home improvement services provider. Court documents show that 52-year-old Lee Allen Birl was taken into custody on December 9 following a warrant issued for…
Kerry Mallard dies in custody, TDOC confirms
BLEDSOE COUNTY, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee man sentenced to prison earlier this year has died, officials confirm. According to the Tennessee Department of Correction, Kerry Mallard died on Wednesday, December 7 while in custody at the Bledsoe County Correctional…
United Way announces tool that connects users to unclaimed benefits
JACKSON, Tenn. -- United Ways of Tennessee announce the launch of Tennessee Benefit Kitchen. A free, virtual resource, Tennessee Benefit Kitchen screens users for unclaimed public benefits. A news release states 103 million Americans leave around $80 billion in public…
JTA to halt bus service on Monday, Dec. 26
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Transit Authority announces its holiday schedule. According to a press release, JTA buses will not be operating on Monday, December 26. The release says this is in honor of the Christmas holiday, which falls on…
City makes decision to postpone Jackson’s Christmas parade
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has made the decision to postpone the downtown Christmas parade. According to a press release, the Christmas Parade Committee is making the change due to a threat of heavy…
Free Christmas giveaway event coming to Weakley Co. Saturday
GREENFIELD, Tenn. -- A generous event is being organized for one local community this weekend. Greenfield First Baptist Church will host a free Christmas giveaway on Saturday, December 10. Free items will be distributed to anyone in need, including new…
Paris man gets 25-year sentence for producing child pornography
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Paris, Tennessee man has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for producing child pornography while being a registered sex offender. According to U.S. Attorney Kevin Ritz, 56-year-old Charles Anthony Anderson was sentenced by…
Milan felon sentenced to 7+ years in prison for illegal firearm possession
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A convicted felon will spend more time behind bars after being caught with a firearm. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, 29-year-old Lavokeous Ivory has been sentenced to seven years…
Poll of the Day: What’s your favorite holiday movie?
As the holidays inch closer, 'tis the season to pull out that winter blanket and cozy up on the couch to enjoy some of your favorite films. We polled our Newsroom staff to come up with a list of 20…
Jill Taylor, Alyson Fite named Hub City Heroes
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has named Jill Taylor and Alyson Fite as joint Hub City Heroes for November 2022. Taylor is the current Keep Jackson Beautiful Interim Chair, and Fite is the Board Chair for Jackson Recreation…
Students evacuated from West Carroll Jr./Sr. high following threat
ATWOOD, Tenn. -- Students are evacuated from a local school following a potential threat. According to Preston Caldwell, Director of Schools for the West Carroll Special School District, students were evacuated from West…
Christmas Eve Breakfast Buffet returning to Old Country Store
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Bring your appetite: a treasured family tradition continues this year at Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store. Christmas Eve Breakfast Guests line up in the store and receive directions from Old Country Store team…
Jackson-Madison library announces Community Holiday Party
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local library is inviting the community to celebrate the season. The annual Community Holiday Party returns to the Jackson-Madison County Library on Thursday, December 15. All are welcome to attend for a "huge show of holiday…
Madison County ‘career offender’ sentenced to 45 years in prison
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Madison County man is sentenced to 45 years in prison after being determined as a career offender. 42-year-old Jonathan Rogers…
Ugly Christmas Sweater party, contest coming to downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's time to dust off that ugly sweater and prepare to shine! Floral Cakes Bakery & Event Center is hosting an Ugly Sweater Christmas Party in downtown Jackson on Saturday, December 17. The public is invited to…
‘The Nutcracker’ hits the stage at Civic Center Dec. 9-11
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A favorite holiday tradition is returning to the stage in the Hub City. Ballet Arts will present "The Nutcracker" at the Carl Perkins Civic Center from Dec. 9-11. You're invited…
Lexington man found guilty in attempted murder of his wife
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A Lexington man has been found guilty in the attempted murder of his wife. According to District Attorney General Jody Pickens of the 26th Judicial District, 28-year-old Johnny Wayne Bass, Jr., was convicted by a Henderson County…
’20/20′ episode to examine teacher’s abduction of Tennessee student
A special two-hour "20/20" episode will examine a Tennessee teacher's abduction of his 15-year-old student. In 2017, 50-year-old high school teacher Tad Cummins took Elizabeth Thomas from her hometown in Maury County after illicit behavior that began in his classroom…
Santa’s Village returns to UT Martin Dec. 8-11
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A Christmas tradition for the City of Martin is returning for the holidays. UT Martin is preparing to host the 38th Annual Santa's Village holiday celebration. Santa's Village features a…
West Tennessee couple indicted for death of infant son
OAKLAND, Tenn. -- A couple from Oakland, Tennessee have been indicted in the death of their seven-month-old son. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says 29-year-old Ashley Long and 38-year-old…
‘A Christmas Carol: Scrooge’ coming to the stage in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A classic Christmas tale with a twist is coming to a stage in Jackson this December. The Jackson Theatre Guild is presenting “A Christmas Carol: Scrooge” at The Ned in downtown Jackson. This re-telling of Charles Dickens’…
Christmas drive-thrus light up across West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Locals may be looking for a new holiday tradition after officials confirmed Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland will not return to the Hub City this year. However, there's still opportunities…
West Tennessee blood supply reaches critically low level
JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Tennessee's blood supply has reached a critically low level, LIFELINE Blood Services announced Tuesday. LIFELINE says the shortage, which is caused by several issues, is a nationwide problem that also hinders their ability to import blood…
City of Jackson prepares for Christmas parade, tree lighting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Preparations are underway for the City of Jackson's holiday celebrations. The annual Christmas parade and a tree lighting ceremony will take place in the Hub City next week. This year, instead of being held on a Monday…
Gift of hearing: Local clinic to giveaway free pair of premium hearing aids
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local clinic is helping to give the gift of hearing this holiday season. West Tennessee ENT Clinic has launched "The Sounds of Christmas" - an opportunity for one individual to win a free pair of premium…
2 Recreation and Parks employees elected to represent Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two local Recreation and Parks employees have been elected by their peers to represent the City of Jackson. A news release states Whitney Billingsley and Christi David have been named Ethnic Minority Intersection Chair and West District…
UT Gardens Jackson continues annual amaryllis sale Tuesday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you're looking for some color to brighten those gray winter days, or seeking the perfect gift for the floral fanatic in your life, you may be in luck this week. Courtesy: UT…
Poll of the Day: Black Friday In-store vs. Online
One of the biggest days for deals is upon us once again, but with stores extending their sales and adjusting their hours, the traditional idea of Black Friday has started shifting over the past few years. Now, we want to…
Poll of the Day: Is inflation altering your Thanksgiving plans?
Inflation and rising food costs are prompting many across the U.S. to seek out alternative ideas when it comes to preparing their Thanksgiving meals. Now, we want to hear from you in our Poll of the Day. [gravityform id="138" title="false"…
VIDEO: Fiery semi crash closes westbound lanes on I-40
UPDATE: FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- The crash is confirmed to have a fatality. There is no additional information as of 4 p.m. EARLIER STORY: FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- A multi-vehicle crash…
2 local college students complete US Marshals internship program
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two local college students recently completed the U.S. Marshals Student Volunteer Internship Program. A news release says Colin Newsom and Tarhanysia…
Lexington man arrested for sale and delivery of heroin, fentanyl
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- An investigation into the local distribution of heroin and fentanyl has led to the arrest of a Lexington man. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirms 38-year-old Daniel O'Guin was taken into…
Christmas on Main returning to downtown Savannah
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- A Hardin County holiday tradition is returning for three weekends in December. Christmas on Main will take place in downtown Savannah on December 2-3, December 9-10, and December 16-17. The annual event is attended by thousands each…
VA working to combat homelessness among veterans
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Our nation's veterans face a great risk of homelessness, but the Department of Veterans Affairs shares that hope may be on the horizon. Data shows that homelessness among…
Downtown Improvement Grants announced for West Tennessee communities
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- $1 million in Downtown Improvement Grants will be distributed to communities across Tennessee. Governor Bill Lee made the announcement Tuesday, along with Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart McWhorter. A news release states the funding…
Poll of the Day: Are you a fan of dressing with your Thanksgiving meal?
CookoutNews.com analyzed Twitter data to come up with a map that shows each state's "most hated" Thanksgiving dish. The map suggests that as a whole, Tennessee is not a fan of stuffing/dressing. However, we want to hear from you. [gravityform…
Former firefighter pleads guilty to series of West Tennessee arsons
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A former volunteer firefighter has pled guilty to a series of arsons in West Tennessee. According to the…
North Parkway teachers earn viral TikTok imitating students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local school is earning national attention, and it's not just for academic achievements. North Parkway…
Jackson Arts Council taking Artist Membership applications
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Calling all local artists! One organization has a special offer for you. Artists, musicians and crafters living in or near Madison County are encouraged to apply to become an Artist Member of the Jackson Arts Council. The…
Poll of the Day: When do you put up your Christmas tree?
We want to hear from you in our Poll of the Day. Putting up the Christmas tree marks the beginning of holiday celebrations for many, however, when that moment should occur is the subject of an age-old debate. [gravityform id="135"…
USJ to present ‘Elf: The Musical’ this December
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University School of Jackson is getting ready to bring a holiday favorite to stage. USJ's Fine Arts Department will present "Elf: The Musical" this December. Based on the Christmas comedy film starring Will Ferrell, "Elf: The…
