JACKSON, Tenn. – First responders surrounding Jackson gathered Thursday afternoon to learn about utility safety training. Jackson Energy Authority and Tennessee 811 hosted their annual Utilities Safety Training for emergency…
JACKSON, Tenn. – From new heights to safety improvements, drones are helping in various fields. Drones are becoming more frequent in society as they are adopted for both personal use and in…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Salvation Army was presented with a check of more than $3,400 from the Bemis Ceramics Studio after their Bowls for the Hungry event. In this event, the studio…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Animal Rescue Corps says more than 100 animals have been saved across the state of Tennessee. ARC says "Operation September Sweeps" resulted in 18 dogs and puppies being found living in a cornfield with no shelter,…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. – A new business is setting up shop in a local town and bringing more jobs to the area. Apex Pro America has chosen Lexington as its second location…
From LIFELINE Blood Services: JACKSON, TN: -- LIFELINE Blood Services announces that TN Wildlife Resources Agency won Battle of the Badges! The 10th Annual Battle of the Badges was held Tuesday, September 5 through Saturday, September 16. Donors were encouraged…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A wanted West Tennessee man has been captured in a Middle Tennessee dorm. According to the U.S. Marshals, 22-year-old Daniel Crawford, of Humboldt, was wanted for allegedly shooting at a man he had a prior incident with…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A grant is going to help with railroad bridge repairs across the State of Tennessee. According to a news release, Tennessee Department of Transportation has been given a $23.7 million Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvement Grant.…
The Madison County Election Commission has changed the following precinct polling places: North Parkway School to New St. Luke -1670 N Royal St, Jackson, TN 38301 JCM High School to Light of Life Church- 411 Fairmont Ave, Jackson, TN 38301 Veteran’s…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local high school is preparing to host a prestigious musical extravaganza. The plot of the play is simply things going from bad to utterly…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Liberty Technology High School is welcoming the United States Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants on October 19. The US Air Force Band will host a rare and…
RAMER, Tenn. – Federal officers were spotted at a West Tennessee business Wednesday. When our crews arrived on the scene in Ramer, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation agents and HHS-OIG special…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. – The Henderson County Foundation Board hosted an event Wednesday to inform the community on what free resources are available to them and how they can be utilized.…
YUMA, Tenn. – The Southland Safari Park in Yuma welcomed two new bison calves to the herd! With less than a week into this world, they now form a part of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Planet Fitness is one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand. They recently announced the completion of a $1.2…
The following is a news release about events being held at Brooks Shaw’s Old Country Store and Casey Jones Village: Jackson, Tennessee — (Sept. 27, 2023) — October’s calendar is once again brimming with possibility as Brooks Shaw’s Old Country…
From Lane College: Lane College is pleased to announce that Miss Tennessee Volunteer Jada Brown will be the 2023 Lane College Homecoming Parade Marshal. Miss Lane College Jada Brown made history on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at the Carl Perkins Civic Center…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Jackson Christian School held a morning of prayer for all students and staff for National Day of Prayer. The event was held on the school's…
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- In Carroll County General Sessions Court, Derek Grooms was allowed to enter a plea deal and was sentenced for the murder of his wife, Ashley Grooms in Benton County in 2017. After Grooms entered his plea…
JACKSON, Tenn. – On October 5 and October 6, the University of Tennessee Gardens in Jackson will be hosting their annual Fall in the Gardens plant sale and lecture series…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The 18th annual Canstruction event is kicking off in the Hub City. This year's event is being held at the Carl Perkins Civic Center in downtown Jackson. Sixteen…
LIFELINE Blood Services has announced the list of October mobile blood drives: Clarksburg School 10/02/2023 1:00pm – 6:00pm Crockett Co. Courthouse – Alamo 10/02/2023 1:00pm – 6:00pm FUMC – Lexington 10/02/2023 1:00pm – 6:00pm Gibson Co. Courthouse – Trenton 10/03/2023…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- District Attorney General Frederick H. Agee says a man pleaded guilty to sexual contact with two kids on Tuesday. The news release from Agee says 58-year-old Donny Dollar pled guilty to two counts of aggravated sexual…
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- An upcoming cosmetology course can make a difference. Bolivar Mayor Julian McTizic is partnering with Hair Talk with Camille Shavon educational course to host a "Youth Braider Explosion."…
The following is from the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department: JACKSON-MADISON COUNTY REGIONAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT NOW OFFERING FLU VACCINE JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department is encouraging West Tennesseans to get their flu vaccine this fall. “It’s…
From the University of Tennessee at Martin: MARTIN, Tenn. – For each of the last 10 years, the University of Tennessee at Martin has been represented in the Super Bowl, and it can be said with near-certainty that UT Martin…
***Content in this story may have images and details that may be upsetting to some*** DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. – Residents of a local county are coming together to help an animal…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A generous donation was made to a local organization to support those battling cancer. The Alice and Carl Kirkland Cancer Center received a check Monday afternoon of more than…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Students of a local school in the Hub City received a special visit from the OWL. Students of Lincoln Elementary school were visited by Opportunities With Literacy Fest,…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The annual Clark Shaw Memorial Prayer Walk is returning for another year of prayer. The walk is held each year to honor Clark Shaw, the former general manager…
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Paris man has been arrested following a complaint of illegal narcotics in a package. According to the Henry County Sheriff's Office, the 26th Judicial Drug Task Force received a tip from a package carrier…
OBION COUNTY, Tenn. – Obion County is getting ready to hold its bicentennial celebration and fall fest kick off. The event will include live music from local artists and Bucky Covington,…
From the City of Jackson: The City of Jackson, TN Police Department celebrates Public Safety Week JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson Police Department is proud to announce Public Safety Week, September 25-29, dedicated to celebrating and highlighting the crucial role of law…
From the University of Tennessee: UTIA Researchers Conduct Ongoing Study on Emerging Soybean Disease Taproot Decline Poses Threat to Tennessee Soybean Production KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Researchers at the University of Tennessee Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology are in their…
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Sept. 25, 2023) — Jack’s Family Restaurants (Jack’s) — a Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) headquartered in Birmingham and boasting more than 240 locations across Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia and Mississippi — today announced it has launched a social media-driven…
The following is a news release about WFHU 91.5 FM: Dr. Matt Barker Succeeds Jud Davis as WFHU 91.5 Radio Station Manager Henderson, Tennessee — (Sept. 25, 2023) — Serving Freed-Hardeman University and the surrounding Chester County area for more than…
From the Jackson-Madison County Library: Friends of the Library First Thursday Program, October 2023 JACKSON, Tenn. – The Friends of the Jackson-Madison County Library will be hosting their monthly First Thursday program next week on October 5, 2023 at 12:00 pm…
From West Tennessee Healthcare: THA Celebrates Outstanding Healthcare Leaders at 2023 Annual Meeting The Tennessee Hospital Association (THA) honored eight hospital and health system executives and leaders at its annual meeting this month. The awards were presented by THA President…
From LIFELINE Blood Services: JACKSON, TN (September 25, 2023): -- LIFELINE Blood Services and Joe Mahan Ford partnered up once again to save lives! The 5 th Annual Car Giveaway…
TOONE, Tenn. -- Falcon Ridge Farm opens their farm for visitors to enjoy this year's fall harvest. This festival will be from now until October 29. Families and kids of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Ninth Annual Jackson International Food and Art Festival was hosted at the fairgrounds this year. This event was to uplift and celebrate different cultures throughout West Tennessee.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Things heated up in downtown Jackson with this local festival. The Jackson Entrepreneurs hosted the Hot Wing Festival at the West Tennessee Farmers Market. Visitors were able to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Young children across several states compete for a championship belt and rings. The West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex hosted a tournament that included 91 baseball teams over the weekend. Teams…
HAPPY FALL, Y'ALL! Great weekend so far in West Tennessee! Showers will start to develop around 8pm this evening, with maybe a thunderstorm or two overnight. TONIGHT: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63.…
Here is a recap from week 6 of football here in West Tennessee: See final scores here. Find this weeks polls here.
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It is time to voice your opinion after another Friday night of football in West Tennessee! Need a refresher before you vote? Check out the games here. See scores here.
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A small town celebrates 50 years of a hit song while honoring one of their own. The West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center gathered Tina Turner fans of…
Week 6 of Football Friday Nights are here! See the final scores here: Huntingdon 32 Milan 14 Dyersburg 21 North Side 13 Lexington 35 South Side 14 Chester County 28 South Gibson 35 Dyer County 19 Crockett County 17 Gibson…
MILAN, Tenn. – A Foster Care Conference and Resource event took place Friday in Milan. The event gave anyone involved in foster care the chance to gather at Chapel Hill…
