Author: Kyle Peppers

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

‘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…

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…

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"…

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…

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"…