JACKSON, Tenn. –Two fires in two different locations that took place on Darnell Road on Sunday around 1:40 a.m. are being investigated. Madison County Fire Investigator Brian Kemp stated that they…
SAMBURG, Tenn. -- The community is mourning the loss of Samburg Police Department Chief Christopher Cummings. According to his obituary, Cummings died Sunday, December 10 at the age of 53. A funeral service will be held at White-Ranson Funeral Home…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson says two of their own park officials have earned a certification. The city says that Recreation and Park's Executive Director Tony Black and Parks Operations Manager CPSI Christi David passed and are now…
The following is a news release from Humboldt City Schools: (Humboldt, TN, December 13, 2023) --Cupcakes and Conversations with Queens is an empowering event that brings together six local pageant queens and 4th, 5th, and 6th grade girls from East…
The following is a news release from The Salvation Army: [Nashville, TN] (December 11, 2023) – The Salvation Army will be increasing service to areas of Madison and Hendersonville that sustained damage and/or remain without power. “Now that we are…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- An 18-year-old sustains serious injuries after fleeing from a traffic stop. According to the Humboldt Police Department, an officer attempted to stop a grey Mitsubishi SUV around 11:30 p.m. Sunday night for a traffic violation. A press…
UPDATE (12/20/23): The Paris Police Department confirms the remains were positively identified as Ernie Oskey of Murray, Kentucky. Police say evidence indicates the cause of death was suicide, and that Oskey took his own life sometime in July 2023. EARLIER…
DRESDEN, Tenn.-- Residents and city workers are cleaning up after December 9th, 2023 storms. Dresden Tennessee became affected by the tornado that hit the rural area of this town…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- One local church celebrates the Christmas season. Malesus United Methodist church had their last night of their live nativity. The show is usually a two night performance. However, due…
GIBSON CO., Tenn.---Power restored in Gibson Co. and surrounding area. According to a news release from Gibson Co. Electric Membership Company, Sunday just after 4:30 pm electric service was restored to those without power. Storms that hit the area on…
NASHVILLE, Tenn.---Tennessee may get a state holiday song. According to a news release from the office of Representative Jason Powell (D-Nashville), Wednesday, December 6, Powell filed to make Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" the official holiday song of…
GIBSON CO., Tenn.---Residents of Gibson county came together this evening to clean up after severe weather. A tornado touch down in Rutherford is affecting the residents of the area. Gibson Electric…
DRESDEN, Tenn.---Around 3 Saturday evening our crews arrived in south Dresden after reports of storm damage. Upon arrival, they saw downed trees and powerlines, roof damage to the nearby National…
JACKSON, Tenn.---What do friends and wine have in common? The older the better. One winery invites the community to enjoy all that they offer. Century Farm Winery hosted…
JACKSON, Tenn.---It's so much fun when Christmas comes to town! One local event put families in the holiday spirit. Old Country Store is hosting their 5th annual Polar Express. This allows…
JACKSON, Tenn.---One organization hosted an event to support others. Links Incorporated hosted their 7th annual Brunch event. The volunteer organization of women helps to provide supplies to Alexander Elementary School. Every…
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Tucker! Tucker is a sweet distinguished Beagle boy around 8-9-years-old. He enjoys snacking on the couch and like all of…
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- The City of Savannah's ninth Christmas on Main has begun! For the first three weekends of December, the town of Savannah transforms the area around City Hall into…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. – Chickasaw State Park has been re-decorated into a light show, once again, for the holidays! Chickasaw's light show can be viewed entirely from the comfort of your vehicle as…
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. – Hardin County residents are continuing to enjoy the holidays with Christmas in the Park. This event takes place in Pickwick Landing State Park. It features a plethora of Christmas…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson-Madison County School System presented its first literacy campaign. This event was begun in hopes of pushing students to increase their literacy scores. The idea is that this…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Reinhausen Manufacturing broke ground Friday in Humboldt to launch a new line of digital products for US power grid transformation. RM started building their product in Humboldt in…
SEE ALSO: New respiratory illness affecting dogs has been reported in Jackson SEE ALSO: Veterinary association shares update on unidentified disease affecting dogs The following is from the Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association: Nashville, Tenn. — The Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- First responders fought a fire at a home in Lexington Friday morning. According to Lexington Police Chief Jeff Middleton, the fire occurred at a residence on Eastern Shores Drive. Video shared with us by a WBBJ 7…
From the Martin Police Department: Last night at the M.P.D. Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association Christmas Party several awards were presented. Ptl. Aaron Carter received the Chief's Outstanding Officer Award and Codes Enforcement Officer Kenny Edwards received the Chief's Outstanding…
The following is a news release from the City of Jackson: JACKSON, Tenn. – The City of Jackson is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Chris Coughlin as the new Assistant City Engineer. A proud native of Jackson, Chris brings…
The following is a news release from the FBI: The FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, graduated 198 law enforcement officers, including six from Tennessee (see attached photo): Lieutenant Billy Byrd, Memphis Police Department Lieutenant Bryan Childress, Millington Police Department…
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Christmas in Bolivar is underway and it is not too late to enjoy the fun. This year's event offers so many different ways to enjoy the season. They will have…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As we are finishing up holiday shopping for friends and family, what are some ways that we can help people that may be in need? World Vision is a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- You may be running out of time for your holiday shopping. So what are some tips on how to make sure you complete your list? Trae Bodge, a holiday shopping expert,…
It’s time to meet our Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. This week's nominee is Jenna Bragg, a 7th grade math teacher at North Parkway Middle School in…
***Some of the images below may be disturbing to some*** JACKSON, Tenn. – Medina resident Rachel Gamble, along with her daughter, Mississippi State junior, Nicole Esquibel, discussed a major incident that happened…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. – Milan and Humboldt each held their holiday celebrations on Thursday. Festivities kicked off in downtown Milan with their annual…
HENDERSON, Tenn. – The Henderson Christmas parade took place Thursday evening. This event is hosted by the Henderson and Chester County Chamber of Commerce. People near and far stood outside waving…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Jackson has been named the host city for the State Games of Tennessee. This comes after an announcement made Thursday, set to take effect in June 2025. This has…
The holiday period is one of the most dangerous times to drive. The National Road Safety Foundation says the increased risk of serious crashes comes from various factors that include impairment from…
The following is a news release from the University of Tennessee at Martin: The University of Tennessee at Martin’s Grove Apartments were home for decades to married students who attended the university. Later they also served as meeting space for…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare has named a new president. A news release states that Trey Eubanks, MD, will take on the role of president. The release says he is also Le Bonheur’s current Surgeon-in-Chief and University of…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A deadline to ensure you have healthcare coverage by January 1 is approaching. Sharon Graham, a CMS Regional Director, says that there are quality health insurance plans that cover…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Everyone is being invited to a Community Holiday Party on December 14! The Jackson-Madison County Library says that from 12 p.m. to 1…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A familiar organization celebrated a recent change this morning with board members, staff, and members of the community. The Community Foundation of West Tennessee has been known as…
When it comes to health, many factors can make an impact positively but one way in particular is getting screened. Type one and type two diabetes can both benefit from early detection,…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Three new businesses are set to open soon in the City of Lexington. Buchanan Realty Group (BRG) confirms Starbucks Coffee, T-Mobile, and Premiere Dental will occupy the new strip…
THREE WAY, Tenn.-- Danny Wade is a resident in Three Way that has been putting up Christmas lights for years now. Wade says he began this after his children went…
DARDEN, Tenn. -- One family is continuing a more than 30-year tradition this holiday season. The Wood family have once again decorated their home with a drive-thru light display. Aaron and…
UPDATE: Due to the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday observed on Monday, January 15, the deadline for submitting nominations for the annual Jackson Area Business and Professional Women Sterling Awards has been extended to 5:00 pm on Wednesday, January 17.…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Littlebird Restaurant & Bar, a new vegan restaurant, had their grand opening Wednesday near downtown Jackson. Littlebird's menu offers their guests a variety of vegan and gluten-free options…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Boys & Girls Club of Jackson highlighted the after-school program called Hot Meals. Provided by the Southwest Human Resource Agency, this program provides children with hot meals and…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Sometimes, we may not receive what we thought we were purchasing during the holidays. AARP's Director of Fraud Prevention, Kathy Stokes, gave us a little background information regarding this. “Fraud…
The following is a news release from Baptist Memorial Hospital: HUNTINGDON, Tenn., Dec. 6, 2023 –Baptist Memorial Hospital-Carroll County has received a 2023 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in outcomes and quality. “To be named among the top rural hospitals…
