Author: Kyle Peppers

Mississippi man wanted for child sex crime arrested in West TN

MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Corinth, Mississippi man accused in a sex crime against a child was arrested this week in West Tennessee. U.S. Marshal Tyreece Miller announced that 35-year-old Robert Roy Thompson was apprehended near a residence in McNairy…

Tennessee man charged with murder in death of toddler

TROUSDALE COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Tennessee man is behind bars in connection with the death of a toddler earlier this year. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, 21-year-old James Curtis Yates is facing charges of felony murder and aggravated…

Health dept. to offer updated COVID vaccine boosters to kids ages 5-11

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Updated COVID-19 vaccine boosters are becoming available for young children at a local health department. Beginning Friday, October 21, the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department will begin offering the updated boosters to ages 5 to 11. A…

The Ned sponsors pumpkin carving contest for all ages

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center is sponsoring a pumpkin carving contest for all ages. In time for the Halloween season, The Ned invites residents to submit their most creative designs to be displayed…

City of Jackson names David Vince as Hub City Hero

JACKSON, Tenn. — The City of Jackson has named David Vince as the September 2022 Hub City Hero. Potentate for Al Chymia, Vince has called Jackson home for the past 28 years. A former member of Jackson Lodge #45 Masonic…

Early voting begins Wednesday in Tennessee

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The November midterm elections are right around the corner, with early voting kicking off this week. Beginning Wednesday, October 19, Tennesseans can cast their votes early and beat the Election Day crowds. The ballot will include candidates…

8 from Lexington arrested for sale, delivery of meth

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Eight individuals from Lexington have been arrested following an investigation into the sale and delivery of methamphetamine. According to the Lexington Police Department, the arrests come after their Narcotic Investigators launched an investigation into the illegal…

2 arrested in ongoing fentanyl investigation in Benton County

CAMDEN, Tenn. -- An ongoing investigation into the illegal distribution of fentanyl in Benton County resulted in two arrests on Tuesday. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, 52-year-old David Webb and 37-year-old Kathryn Jastrzembski were booked into the Benton…

3 arrested at Huntingdon residence in ongoing drug investigation

HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- An ongoing drug investigation in Carroll County resulted in the arrest of three additional people on Tuesday. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says Tracy Myles, Paula Alsbrook and Jazz Johnson were taken into custody from a…

Debris burn permits required in Tennessee Oct. 15 through May 15

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Agriculture is reminding residents of burn permit requirements as we enter fall fire season. Debris burn permits are required for leaf and brush piles from October 15 through May 15. A news release…

6-year-old struck by vehicle in Martin, police say

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The Martin Police Department says a six-year-old was struck by a vehicle on Friday. According to police, around 2:41 p.m. on October 7, officers responded to South Lindell Street in reference to a pedestrian stuck. A crash…

Hit and run kills 1 in Jackson, police investigate

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a hit and run that left one dead. According to police, around 7:15 pm on October 6, officers responded to the area of Old Hickory Boulevard and the Hwy 45…

Madison County woman dies in Thursday evening wreck

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A single-vehicle wreck claimed the life of a Madison County woman Thursday night. According to the Madison County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to the 70 block of Rochelle Road around 8:57 p.m. on October 6. The…

October programs at Jackson-Madison County Library

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library has a variety of programs to enjoy this October for people of all ages. Check out what's going on this month: Multiage/Adult Programs Hocus Pocus Screening October 7 at 10:30 a.m. BookTok Book…

Jackson State to hold scholarship fundraiser at Skillet Junction

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson State Community College Foundation has announced a scholarship fundraiser at a special event this month. The fundraiser, named Tacos, Tecates & Scholarships, will take place from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, October 13 at Skillet Junction.…

4 West TN alumni join inductees into 2022 TICUA Hall of Fame

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Independent Colleges and Universities Association (TICUA) has announced the inductees into their 2022 Hall of Fame. Among those honored include civil rights pioneer W.E.B. DuBois, Former Tennessee Governor Frank…

‘Charlotte’s Web’ takes the stage in Jackson this week

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A timeless tale about a lovable pig named Wilbur is coming to a Hub City stage this week. The Ned Children and Teen Theatre is presenting "Charlotte's Web" this Thursday through Saturday. Based on the classic children's…

Multiple people airlifted from wreck in northeast Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department confirms multiple injuries in a Wednesday evening wreck. JPD reported the crash around 5:30 p.m. in the area of Christmasville Road, between Ridgecrest Road and Bancorp South Parkway. According to police, two helicopters…

Dyersburg shooting case involves multiple teenage victims, suspects

DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Multiple suspects, including two teenagers, are wanted for attempted murder after a shooting in Dyersburg. The Dyersburg Police Department says around 9:15 p.m. on Friday, September 23, officers responded to Price Street in reference to a shooting.…

Fire destroys motor home on Interstate 40 in Henderson County

HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Henderson County Fire Department responded to a motor home fire over the weekend. According to the department, firefighters responded to the fire at the 102 mile marker on Interstate 40 early Sunday afternoon. The department…

TWRA: 118 pound blue catfish could break Tennessee record

STEWART COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is sharing an impressive catch from the Cumberland River last weekend. "Now, this is a big blue!" TWRA stated in a Facebook post. According to TWRA, a blue catfish weighing 118…

Jackson police seek ID in beauty store armed robbery

UPDATE (9/28/22): Jackson police confirm the suspect has been arrested. JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is seeking the identity of a person responsible for an armed robbery. According to JPD, officers were dispatched to JK Beauty on…