City looks to add ‘speed humps’ in new neighborhoods
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Residents of Jackson could soon see a new change where they live. Mayor Scott Conger held a meeting Thursday discussing adding speed humps into new neighborhoods. Since 2019…
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3 Jackson men receive sentence over 2020 carjacking
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Three Jackson men have been sentenced over a 2020 carjacking in Bolivar. Thursday, the United States Department of Justice announced that Delvion Beard, 22, Quadarius Greer, 21, and Bryson Townsley, 21, all of Jackson, have been sentenced…
Henderson County hospital earns grant from the state
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Health is supporting a local hospital with a grant. According to BradenHealth, the Henderson County Community Hospital has been granted $687,500 to help with infrastructure improvements and expanding access to healthcare services. The…
Tickets on sale for Catfish Derby, Riverfest
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Tickets are on sale now for the Catfish Derby & Riverfest in Hardin County. This year's headliner is Jo Dee Messina, who is currently on her Heads Carolina-Tails California Greatest Hits tour. It will also feature…
Poll of the Day: ‘Barbie’ vs. ‘Oppenheimer’
Moviegoers will have two very different big-budget films to choose from while visiting the theater this weekend: Greta Gerwig's "Barbie" and Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer." The two high-profile films, which are seemingly opposite in tone, have sparked multiple jokes and memes…
Magna announced as first supplier for BlueOval City, will create around 1,300 new jobs
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- One of the world’s largest automotive suppliers will create over 1,000 new jobs across the state. On Thursday, Governor Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C.…
U of M Lambuth recruiting new students for Fall ’23
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local college says it's never too late to sign up for classes. Leaders with the University of Memphis-Lambuth Campus are asking for those interested in attending college or…
TBI answers array of questions for Media Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation opened the doors to their newest lab. On Wednesday for Media Day, representatives from the TBI spoke about several topics. One of…
Woman sought after high speed chase with Crockett Co. Sheriff’s Office
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Crockett County Sheriff's Office is asking for help in locating a woman wanted for leading deputies on a high speed chase. The sheriff's office says that 25-year-old Kaitlyn Graves is wanted after allegedly leading…
JPD holds press conference on unsolved cases
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department held a press conference to discuss cases in which no suspect or suspects have been identified. Jackson Police Chief Thom Corley spoke on three…
Several events to take place in Jackson city parks
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson's Recreation and Parks Department has announced a few events happening this month. The Bowls for the Hungry charity event will be this Saturday, July…
JPD releases update on North Parkway shooting, robberies, overdose
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department released an update for several cases on Wednesday. April 29, 2022 -- North Parkway Shooting The…
Dyersburg’s K9 Rex injured by lightning during storm
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A Dyersburg Police K9 was injured during Tuesday's storms. The department posted to Facebook…
6 law enforcement agencies receiving grant to combat violent crime
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Six West Tennessee law enforcement agencies are getting support in combatting violent crime. The Dyersburg Police Department announced Wednesday that they, along with Ripley Police Department, Halls Police Department, Troy Police Department, Union City Police Department, and…
Downed tree causes delays along Highway 70, just outside Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. – A downed tree caused traffic delays just outside the Jackson city limits. Around 1:15 p.m., a tree was reported to be down on Highway 70, blocking both lanes.…
City of Jackson issues reminder for fall soccer registration
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has shared a reminder for those interested in fall soccer. They say if you missed the early registration deadline, then you are encouraged to register before the teams get full. The city says…
Secretary of State hosts Lane College SGA President at annual luncheon in Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Lane College Student Government Association (SGA) President Malek Lockhart was recently invited to an annual luncheon in Nashville. On July 13, Lockhart was welcomed by Secretary of State…
50th ‘CMA Fest’ airs Wednesday night on ABC
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- One of the biggest music events of the summer returns to primetime on Wednesday night. The CMA Fest will air July 19 at 7 p.m. Central on ABC. The three-hour special features "can't miss collaborations" and "unforgettable…
Two rounds of severe storms sweep West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two rounds of severe storms swept across West Tennessee Tuesday, leaving behind damage and many residents without power. The storms brought intense lightning. Angie Mangrum, who lives…
Total of $31,000 in scholarships go to students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization gives back to students. A non-profit organization called The Morgan Leah McCarty Scholarship fund gave a total of $31,000 in scholarships to students. Eliza Gibson,…
Next Leadership University class members announced
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Greater Jackson Chamber has announced who was selected for the 2023-2024 Leadership University class. This year's class will be made up of: Boran Aljafari , Madison Academic High School Analiese Anderson, Jackson Christian School Brooklen Bonds,…
Paris Fire Department responds to fire at bank
PARIS, Tenn. – The Paris Fire Department was called out to a local bank on Tuesday. As the storms passed through, around 2:32 p.m., they were sent out to the Security…
Tyson holds ribbon cutting for new childcare facility
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Tyson Foods held a ribbon cutting for a new facility in Humboldt. Tyson Foods has officially opened their new childcare facility. This is right next to their…
Whiteville Police hold drive-thru food drive
WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- Officers hosted a drive-thru food drive at Whiteville City Park on Tuesday. The Whiteville Police Department has partnered with Mid-South Food Bank to help those in the community…
12th annual Books of Madison County to be held in August
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual fundraising event is returning to the Hub City to help the Jackson- Madison County Public Library. On Tuesday, August 15, the highly anticipated Books of Madison County…
Community invited to free film screening at Peabody High
TRENTON, Tenn. -- All of West Tennessee is invited to a free community event in Gibson County. A screening of the film "Jesus Revolution" will be held at the Peabody High School football stadium, at no cost to guests. The…
Tennessee AG partners with FTC over robocalls
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee's attorney general is working with the Federal Trade Commission to crackdown in robocalls. According to a news release, Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti says that a joint initiative dubbed “Operation Stop Scam Calls” is targeting "telemarketers and…
Power outages reported by Gibson EMC for Gibson, Obion, Dyer, and Lake counties
UPDATE 5:55 PM 07/19/23 Gibson EMC reports that all power has been restored. UPDATE 11:45 AM 07/19/23 Gibson EMC reports 326 members’ homes/businesses without power and 27 outages. The outages are still scattered from north Madison and Crockett counties in…
More than 10,000 backpacks provided to Tennessee students
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The State of Tennessee says that more than 10,000 backpacks have been provided to students in economically distressed counties. The news release says the backpacks were provided to students through the Tennessee Serves initiative by Tennessee's first…
Upcoming job fairs to recruit for Dixie Jackson plant
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Georgia-Pacific will be hosting job fairs this month for careers with Dixie Jackson. A press release states these events aim to recruit local talent for several roles at the new Dixie plant coming to Jackson in 2024.…
USJ announces two new additions to security team
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University School of Jackson is announcing two new members of its security team. According to a press release, David Smith and Robert Clyce will play pivotal roles "in ensuring the safety and well-being of the USJ…
Dr. LaToshia Chism named as June 2023 Hub City Hero
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Dr. LaToshia Chism, current President of the Gamma Psi Chapter of the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, has been named as the June 2023 Hub City Hero. A…
New café, coffee shop to open in Crockett County
ALAMO, Tenn. -- The community will soon have a new option on the menu in the Crockett County area. Stir Crockett is a new coffee shop and café, where where "love, coffee, and community intertwine." The café will feature a…
Chester Co. Budget Committee meets over budget
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Chester County Budget Committee is close to finalizing the 2023-2024 budget. The committee met Monday evening at the Chester County Courthouse, with many residents in attendance…
New clinic for JMCSS students, faculty to open this week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A clinic that closed during the pandemic is reopening in the Hub City. West Tennessee Health Clinic has returned to Jackson Careers and Technology Middle School to…
Summer Jamz to begin later this week in Brownsville
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The annual Summer Jamz is set for later this week, filling one town with local music. Thursday, Summer Jamz will return to Brownsville for the ninth year, and…
Glock switch demo hosted by ATF
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Several law enforcement agencies came together Monday to discuss the dangers of "Glock switches," or machine gun conversion devices. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives…
Barbers, beauticians invited to Mental Health Event hosted by NAMI
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The National Alliance on Mental Illness held a Mental Health Event on Monday. The free event was held at Lane College in honor of National Minority Mental…
Lori Lott speaks to Old Hickory Rotary Club
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Old Hickory Rotary Club held a meeting featuring a guest speaker. Monday's speaker at the DoubleTree meeting was the Administrator of Elections for Madison County, Lori Lott.…
‘Back to School Bash’ in West TN county to benefit local students
GATES, Tenn. -- An event in Lauderdale County will help prepare local students as the new school year approaches. A Back to School Bash will be held on Saturday, July 22, at 265 Wardlow Street in Gates, Tennessee. Along with…
THP participates in America’s Best Looking Trooper Cruisers Contest
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) took center stage at the Grand Ole Opry for a special competition. This photo was taken at the world-famous home of country music for…
1 arrested after drugs, weapons, nearly $25k seized from Trenton business
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A man is arrested after drugs, weapons and more were seized at a local business. According to a post by the West Tennessee…
This week’s top stories in West TN
WEST TN---There was a lot that went on this week in West Tennessee. We take a look at this week's top stories. Roy Herron,…
Canadian Wildfire Smoke Reaches West Tennessee
You may have noticed that it looks hazy outside, this is due to Canadian wildfire smoke! Hazy skies will stick around this evening and tomorrow. Smoke should start to clear out on Tuesday. TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming clear,…
Jackson ice cream shop is on a roll offering flavors and fun
JACKSON, Tenn.---Today is National Ice Cream Day and we are shining a spotlight on a local shop in honor of the occasion. Dairies & Berries opened it's doors 7 months…
A local winery offers a fun music series
JACKSON, Tenn.---A local winery hosts a music event at their location. On Sunday, Century Farm Winery held their Voices in the Vineyard at their all new building. People were able…
Tryouts held for a new musical at the Ned
JACKSON, Tenn.---Tryouts were held at the Ned downtown for the musical "Matilda." "Matilda" is the story of an extraordinary little girl with extraordinary powers. The daughter of abusive parents, Matilda finds…
JPD investigates overnight murder in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn.--- An overnight murder occurs in Jackson. We received information from a tipster stating that Saturday around midnight, shots could be heard around the Old Humboldt Road area in Jackson. The Jackson Police Department issued a press release…
Happy paws fill the Jackson fairgrounds at Pets Rock Fest
JACKSON, Tenn.---Second annual Pets Rock Festival celebrates animals and adoption. We have the details on this much anticipated event for animal lovers. The Jackson fairgrounds came alive with excitement as animal lovers…
Local lodge hosts a charity tournament
JACKSON, Tenn.---One organization held a cornhole tournament right here in Jackson. The Scarlet Rope Project held a cornhole tournament at the Elk's Lodge where people could submit a team and compete against…
