Abre nuevo edificio en el campus de UT Martin
MARTIN, Tenn. — Ya se inauguró un nuevo edificio de tres pisos en la Universidad de Tennessee en Martin. El nuevo Edificio de Ingeniería y Ciencias Latimer-Smith…
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School board sends resolutions to state legislators over new law
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This spring, a single test could determine if your third grader goes on to fourth grade or is held back. That's according to a new law that goes…
New building opens on UT Martin campus
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A new three-story building is now open at the University of Tennessee at Martin. The new Latimer-Smith Engineering and Science Building was opened as…
Restaurante local será reconocido a nivel nacional
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Un restaurante local será reconocido a nivel nacional. Livingston's Soda Fountain and Grille, un restaurante en Brownsville, será presentado por un programa nacional en Internet titulado America's Best Restaurants. El roadshow de ABR viaja por todo…
Local restaurant to be nationally recognized
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local restaurant is to be nationally recognized. Livingston's Soda Fountain and Grille, a restaurant in Brownsville, will be featured by a national internet show titled America's Best…
Campaña de donación de sangre New Year, New You en Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services organizará su campaña anual de donación de sangre con el tema New Year, New You en su centro de Jackson. Los primeros 100 donantes recibieron una camiseta y un cupón para un batido de…
El Departamento alienta a las pruebas de detección de cáncer de cuello uterino, la vacuna contra el VPH
JACKSON, Tenn. -- El Departamento de Salud Regional del Condado de Jackson-Madison se une a los CDC para reconocer a enero como el Mes de Concientización sobre el Cáncer de Cuello Uterino. Un comunicado de prensa del departamento de salud…
Organizaciones reconocen Mes de Concientización sobre Trata de Personas
JACKSON, Tenn. — La trata de personas puede presentarse de muchas formas, y cada delito significa que una persona más se convierte en víctima. Y como el mes de enero es el Mes de Concientización sobre la Trata de Personas,…
New Year, New You blood drive held in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services will hosted their annual New Year, New You themed blood drive at their Jackson center. The first 100 donors received a t-shirt and a coupon for…
Organizations recognize Human Trafficking Awareness Month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Human trafficking can present itself in many forms, and each crime means one more person becomes a victim. Scarlet Rope Project and the Hope Center recognize…
Experts discuss top financial goals for 2023
JACKSON, Tenn. -- January is not only known for bringing in the new year, but it is also Financial Awareness Month. With resolutions already being created and thought about, these experts conducted…
Jackson’s Love Your Block programs enters year two: What to expect
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is preparing for year two of Love Your Block. Love Your Block is a City of Services grant program that allows communities and their…
Person airlifted following crash at Old Humboldt Road, bypass
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Around 7 p.m., we received a tip of a wreck near Old Humboldt Road and Highway 45 Bypass. When our crews arrived on the scene, two wrecked vehicles could be seen, both suffering damage from the…
How balloon releases impact the environment
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Littering can look different in several ways, and can impact the environment and even the wildlife, which are crucial to our future and way of living. Balloon releases are…
JCS Theatre to perform ‘The Sound Of Music’
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local school is preparing to bring the stage alive with the sound of music. Jackson Christian School's Theatre Department held dress rehearsals on Wednesday as they…
Madison County mayor discusses housing needs
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Madison County Mayor AJ Massey spoke on housing needs in our area on Tuesday. The mayor spoke with us on the matter while at the Jackson Rotary Club, speaking…
County mayor speaks to Rotary Club
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local organization held a special guest on Wednesday. The Jackson Rotary Club welcomed Madison County Mayor A.J. Massey, where he spoke about future plans for…
Law enforcement looking for those willing to serve
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is looking to hire new police officers. The starting salary for someone who is not certified to be a police officer is around $44,000. If…
Crockett County student takes first place in essay contest
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A Crockett County student has placed first in a statewide essay contest. The news release says that William "Liam" Douthit, from Crockett County Elementary School, placed first in the pre-K through second grade level of the 2022…
Poll of the Day: Learning a second language
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Experts at Writing Tips have found what language Tennesseans search to learn the most. They found that Spanish was at the top, followed by Japanese and then Korean. Staff at Writing Tips took the average monthly Google…
New transportation plan aims to improve travel in Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A plan was released recently allowing drivers and businesses the opportunity to learn about future expansions. "The Governor has just recently announced his Tennessee Modernization Transportation Act of 2023,"…
Jackson native creates program for HBCU students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson native has been awarded for her passion in environmental and climate change. Tom's of Maine has started a new incubator program that awards five people across the country with funding…
Medina gas station catches fire
MEDINA, Tenn. -- A gas station caught on fire in a local town. The Medina Fire Department received a call concerning a fire at a local gas station around 2 p.m.…
Marketplace open enrollment deadline quickly approaching
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As 2023 kicks off, many are focused on resolutions. But it also marks the time to think about health care coverage plans. There is still time to browse the marketplace…
Tickets available for Crystal Ball gala in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Symphony League is gearing up for their largest fundraiser of the year. The Crystal Ball is a gala style event held at the Carl Perkins Civic…
Legislators convene in Nashville for 113th General Assembly
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The next Tennessee General Assembly has arrived! The 113th assembly kicked off Tuesday in Nashville, and it came with the reelection of Lt. Governor Randy McNally as Speaker of the Senate. This is McNally's fourth term in…
M. D. Anderson Planetarium schedule for Feb. 2023
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University of Memphis Lambuth M. D. Anderson Planetarium shared their schedule for February of 2023. Shows for the month include: Friday, February 3, 1:30 pm – “TimeSpace” Tuesday, February 7, 5:30 pm – “Hubble Vision” Friday, February 10, 1:30 pm…
Last Hub City Hero of 2022 named by city
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The next Hub City Hero has been named, and she is the last one for 2022! The City of Jackson says Martha Priddy, a local volunteer, was named the Hero for December of 2022. The city says…
‘Operation Dark Crystal’ executed in West Tennessee
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, in combination with several other agencies, made a large drug bust in Carroll County. Early Tuesday morning, local law enforcement executed what's being…
Make cybersecurity a priority: Experts share what you should be doing
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With technology being used in various varieties, from home appliances to social media, it is important to put in place the proper security and have knowledgeable conversations. "With parents,…
Student retention discussed at first work session of 2023
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County Schools held their first work session of 2023. It came with updates on the Pope School project, Oman Arena, and school testing. More than $20 million…
Jackson Choral Society begins rehearsals
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Choral Society is back in action, and they are hoping you will join in! The Jackson Choral Society held their first rehearsal Monday night for an…
Peter Pan cast hold pop-up performance
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Performers came together at Jackson City Hall to show off their work. Performers with The Ned were at City Hall on Monday to give a preview…
113th Tennessee General Assembly to begin Tuesday
JACKSON, Tenn. – The 113th Tennessee General Assembly begins Tuesday, and representatives are continuing to propose new legislation. Monday, Rep. Jay Reedy proposed several bills, including one to hold an alcoholic beverage referendum. Reedy’s House Bill 0044 would allow cities…
Scam calls impersonate local law enforcement
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local law enforcement have been made aware of "spoof" scam calls impersonating their agencies. The victim is called by scammers and told that they failed to appear to court and that they owe a certain amount of…
Light Up Jackson winners receive awards
JACKSON, Tenn. -- On Monday, the City of Jackson awarded the winners of the 2022 Light Up Jackson for the Holidays event. In December, the city held a competition for the…
Police apprehend suspect at local hospital
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Brownsville police say just before 11 a.m., they received a call concerning shots fired in the 100 block of Prairie Creek Estates. When law enforcement arrived on scene, they discovered…
Blood donation could get you free smoothie, more
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Donating blood could get you a free smoothie, gym membership and possibly, a massage! LIFELINE Blood Services says their "New Year, New You" blood drive is being held on January 12. LIFELINE says the first 100 donors…
Company makes donation to celebrate expansion
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- A communications company celebrated their expansion with a donation. Ritter Communications announced on Monday, a donation of $2,500 to Discovery Park of America. “Discovery Park of America’s…
Sorority to celebrate 110th Founders Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local sorority is celebrating its founders. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority says their 110th Founders Day Celebration…
TWRA says public invited to comment on next hunting season
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- You can now share your comments on next season's hunting regulations. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency says you can share ideas and concerns with their staff through February 1. Comments may end up being shared as proposals…
Gibson County Commissioners hold first meeting of 2023
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Commission addressed many concerns of the county in Monday's meeting. On the agenda, local leaders discussed an agreement in place with the City of…
Free CPR training kicks off in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Do you know how to properly administer CPR? The City of Jackson and the American Red Cross held the first day of their free CPR training class to teach…
State magazine spotlights favorite West Tennessee businesses
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One state magazine shines a light on local businesses. Tennessee Magazine recently released its 2022 Best of Tennessee Readers' Choice Awards. Some of those that are awarded are…
Hardeman Co. mother and son celebrate a special day
BOLIVAR, Tenn.---A local producer is celebrating a very special day with his mother. Local singer and songwriter, Ruth Boyd-Lake celebrated her birthday today, along with her son J. Lake at Bricks Café…
West TN athlete recounts terrifying game night
GREENFIELD, Tenn.---After a terrifying injury to an NFL player, it brings back painful memories to a local family. High school football wide receiver, Blake Rodehaver's senior season came to a terrifying end…
Pet of the Week: Rex
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Rex! This handsome boy is Rex! He is a dream and has everyone in the rescue wrapped around his paw!…
Rainy & Cloudy Day Across West TN, On and Off Showers Throughout Next Week
Make sure to take an umbrella and/or rain jacket with you as you head out today! Rainy & cloudy day all across West Tennessee. Showers will last all day into early tomorrow eventually clearing out by Sunday afternoon. Highs in…
Fisherman found dead in Pickwick Lake
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- The search for a missing fisherman has come to an end. Friday morning, members of Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency and Hardin County Fire Department recovered the body…
USJ theater teacher talks about upcoming performance
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University School of Jackson has announced their upcoming play. Students will perform an adaptation of "Murder on the Orient Express" by the famous murder mystery writer Agatha…
