Miss Teen Volunteer Pageant: Night 1
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's officially pageant time in the Hub City! Jackson welcomed 40 contestants from across the United States to the Carl Perkins Civic Center to compete in…
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Attorney general visits the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti made a stop in the Hub City to hear from those in our community. The attorney general held a town hall meeting Thursday…
Expert shares the challenges kidneys face
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's World Kidney Day! An expert shared what challenges our kidneys face and how you can tell if you, or a loved one, are at risk. Experts say more…
Calico Critters animal figures recalled
One company is recalling all of it's figures and sets sold with specific accessories. Epoch Everlasting Play has announced a recall for all of it' Calico Critters animal figures and sets that come with bottle and pacifier accessories. The bottle…
Career Day held for elementary students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A school is preparing students to lead, learn and live. Jackson Christian School hosted Career Day, where elementary students were given the chance to learn about STREAM careers…
Life-saving tech to be placed around Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A first-of-its-kind life-saving technology will be stationed in several areas across the Hub City. Friends of Heart, the City of Jackson, Jackson Fire Department, West Tennessee Healthcare,…
Heart-related lab to reopen at local hospital
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A heart-related service is returning to a local hospital. According to a news release, the Dyersburg Hospital will be reopening its cardiac catheterization lab. “We are very excited to re-initiate these services in Dyersburg because we believe…
4 new crisis centers being established
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In case of emergencies, it is important to have access to resources. And the State of Tennessee is making moves to bring the help to more people. The…
Kids to learn more about Civil War spies at upcoming camp
CORINTH, Miss. -- Have a sneaky child? Maybe they can put their skills to the test on March 18. The Corinth Civil War Interpretive Center will be hosting a…
Officials respond to potential threat at Jackson school
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some parents were left concerned after they received an email from Rose Hill Middle School, concerning an increase in safety at the school Thursday. This increase came after…
Pathways offers services for addiction recovery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Asking for help could be the first step to recovery and one service wants you to know you don't have to do it alone. Pathway Behavioral Health Services provides…
Undercover investigation unveils illegal slot machines in Medina
MEDINA, Tenn.-- According to the West Tennessee Drug Task Force 28th Judicial District, agents received tips about a "casino" operation in Medina. According to the Drug Task Force's Facebook page, agents conducted…
Conference for first responders to be held in April
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A conference for dispatchers and first responders is being held in April. The 9th Annual Emergency Communications Conference is set for April 10 through April 12, with speakers gathering to share expertise and foster new and innovative…
Attorney indicted with simple assault in West Tennessee
PARIS, Tenn. -- A Henry County attorney has been indicted, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. According to the TBI news release, their agents began investigation Michael Ainley in August of 2022 after allegations of inappropriate conduct. Their investigation…
Students pack meals to keep kids fed
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school came together too change the lives of hundreds. Wednesday, Jackson Christian School teamed up with Skyline Church of Christ to host Feed My Starving…
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Daylight Saving Time begins this weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual tradition is coming up, but it is coming with a opportunity to lose sleep. Daylight Saving Time is almost here, and with only a few days…
Undercover ‘casino’ discovered in Gibson County
MEDINA, Tenn. -- An undercover "casino" was discovered in Gibson County. According to a Facebook post from the West Tennessee Drug Task Force, an undercover investigation found a "casino" working out of the Oasis convenience store on Main Street.…
Several spring events planned at Casey Jones Village
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several spring events are being held in west Jackson mid-March. Brooks Shaw’s Old Country Store and Casey Jones Village will be holding several family friendly events. The first of the events will be the Casey Jones Craft…
Auto scams rise amid tax season
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Refunds are beginning to drop in many tax filer's bank accounts around this time. Some may use it on clothes, others maybe food, but many may use the money…
Faith, recovery meeting addresses vital topics
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A faith and recovery meeting was held at the First Christian Church in Alamo to bring the community closer together. There were government agencies, non-profits, faith…
Comic con comes to Haywood County
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A community is preparing to host a brand new event. Visit Brownsville and the Brownsville Arts Council have come together to host the first-ever comic convention in Haywood…
26th Youth Symposium to be held this weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is preparing to empower young people across the community. The Nu Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. will host the 26th annual Youth…
Website makes finding local artists easy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Finding a local artist has been made easier! Visit Jackson, TN says the Online Artist Directory has launched, allowing you to filter and find artists by genre, covers or originals, and availability. "We are thrilled to launch the…
Member of the Year named at local club
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local club has named one of their own as Member of the Year for displaying exemplary leadership and dedication. The Jackson Exchange Club met Tuesday at the DoubleTree…
Symphony to host March Classic with special guest
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Symphony is hosting their March Classical with a special guest. Siwoo Kim is a violinist who plays with stylistic sensitivity and generous tonal nuance. Kim performs…
Community job fair held by Manpower
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A team you can count on held a community job fair for the local community and surrounding areas. Tuesday morning consisted of drawings, including a $100 gift card,…
Semi-truck driver killed in Friday crash
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A semi-truck driver was killed in a crash along a highway on Friday in Crockett County. According to a report from the Tennessee Highway Patrol, a Freightliner and a Chevy Malibu were both traveling west along…
City Council advances several projects throughout Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several projects received approval by Jackson City Council on Tuesday. One of the bigger projects the council approved was new sound equipment and exterior lighting for the Carl Perkins…
Bills, resolutions regarding firearms discussed in Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Several bills and resolutions regarding firearms were discussed in Nashville on Monday. One of those was House Joint Resolution 0131, which would establish: "...the declared public policy of the State of Tennessee relative to the right of…
Legislators debate bill that would “require permit for drag shows”
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A bill is moving forward that one legislator says would "require a permit to hold a drag show." Monday, legislators discussed House Bill 0030. Rep. Clay Doggett's bill "requires a person to obtain a valid entertainer permit…
Hit-and-run leaves teen in critical condition
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- On Friday March 3, Brownsville police were dispatched to North Brownsville in response to a hit-and-run involving a 14-year-old boy. Around 1:30 p.m., officers arrived to Carlita…
New sports bar opens in Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A ribbon cutting was held for a new sports bar in the Hub City. Pregame Sports Bar serves a wide range of foods, such as whole wings,…
Four rescued from stranded car in West Tennessee
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- First responders rescued several people from a stranded vehicle on Monday. The Hardin County Fire Department shared to Facebook on Monday that a driver and three others were rescued from car on Coffee Landing Road.…
Man charged in connection to house fire in Gibson County
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Bells man has been arrested in connection to a fire in Gibson County. According to a news release from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Chad Bridger Kee was arrested Monday and charged with arson and…
Law requiring suicide prevention number on IDs could expand
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Last year, Tennessee legislators passed a bill requiring the suicide prevention number on student IDs. The bill, which was signed by the governor in March of 2022, requires students from sixth to 12th grade have the phone…
What to know about bulk waste pick-up in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Due to the recent severe weather events, the yards of many local residents have been left with unwanted debris. The City of Jackson has new requirements for those who…
Wedding Gown Weekend to be held March 18, 19
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A store's Wedding Gown Weekend is coming back. According to a news release, Goodwill will be hosting the special offer on wedding dresses on March 18 and March 19. They say dress could be a low…
TBI outsources sexual assault kits to reduce turnaround time
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has begun outsourcing sexual assault kits. According to a news release from the TBI, a set of 550 kits were flown to Florida to be analyzed by DNA Labs International. The set…
POLL OF THE DAY: Traffic light outages
JACKSON, Tenn. – Last week’s severe winds left residents and traffic lights without power. The outages at intersections left drivers a little confused. As a driver, we want to hear from you:
Former pastor sentenced to 45 years for exploiting children
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A former Benton County man was sentenced to federal prison for exploiting children. Joshua Henley, 34, formerly of Benton County, has been sentenced to 45 years in federal…
25 students return from medical mission
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Bethel University students and staff just returned from a medical mission in central America. Twenty-five students and four employees participate in the Bethel University PA Program's recent medical mission trip to Belize. (Photo…
Officials talks power outage priority, traffic light protocol
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some were left confused on the road after the severe weather last week. After the storms on Friday, March 4, power outages were reported all throughout West Tennessee.…
Here’s a look at this week’s top stories
Now, it’s time to look at the top stories for this week. There has been a lot going on this week in West Tennessee...from a tragic drowning to a local Super Bowl…
Four local schools win grant contests
JACKSON, Tenn. — Four local schools are grant recipients. Four schools in Jackson-Madison County will receive new water filling stations after winning a grant contest. The contest “Water is Cool @ School” was presented by Delta Dental of Tennessee. The…
TN pageant winners show support to local athletes
ADAMSVILLE, Tenn. ---Local pageant winners gave back to their community in a different way. Miss Tennessee Volunteer, Miss Tennessee Teen Volunteer and Miss Tennessee Iris Volunteer were in Adamsville celebrating…
Local shoppers enjoy the sunshine and great buys
JACKSON, Tenn. ---It's that time again, a local flea market returns to the Hub City. The Jackson Hub City Flea Market has returned for the first weekend in March at the Jackson…
Dot Foods announces new CEO and president
MT. STERLING, Ill.---Dot Foods announces new leadership roles. According to information from DOT Foods Inc. a new CEO and president have been appointed to the company. The company announced on Friday, March 3 that Dot’s new Chief Executive Officer is…
Awards ceremony returns honoring mental and behavioral health heroes
JACKSON, Tenn.--- A local awards ceremony was held. The Giraffe Awards was held on Saturday night. It was a sold out crowd with the building filled with people to show their support.…
Dojo celebrates 17 years in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. ---One local dojo here in town is celebrating more than 10 years in business. The Fudoshinka Dojo is celebrating their 17th anniversary. The dojo started on March 5, 2006…
