JACKSON, Tenn. — The University of Memphis Lambuth M. D. Anderson Planetarium in Jackson, Tennessee, has announced its schedule of shows for August: Tuesday, August 1, 5:30 p.m. – “Cosmic Origins Spectrograph” Friday, August 4, 1:30 p.m. – “Cosmic Origins…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department released an update on Monday's barricade situation. Around 7:30 p.m., our crew arrived at East Chester Street, near Altamont Drive, to find a two-car police blockade of the road. It was later revealed…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A clothing drive is launching to support students with the Jackson-Madison County School System. JMCSS has teamed up with the local nonprofit Corey's Gifts for the annual School Uniform Clothing Drive. It will be held from Monday,…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- The 40th Annual Fish Fry fundraiser to raise funds for the Mid-South Youth Camp is coming up this month. Located near Henderson, Mid-South Youth Camp is operated by Freed-Hardeman University. Each year, the fish fry serves as…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Hub City's space for micro-retail and entrepreneurship will be the site of a fun weekend event. TheLOCAL is hosting a Block Party on Saturday, July 15. According to a social media post, the event will feature…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Excessive rainfall led to flooding in some counties in West Tennessee over the weekend. One of those impacted by over four inches of rain was in west Jackson, in…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Chester County Budget Committee met Monday evening in an attempt to finalize the 2023-2024 budget. The committee considered several different recommendations given by the committee members…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Hub City welcomed a new breakfast and lunch spot downtown. The business owners that brought Jackson's Rock'n Dough Pizza and the Hub City Brewery have now opened their…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Jackson Police temporarily closed a portion of East Chester Street, Monday afternoon. Jackson police say that officers arrived to serve a search warrant on a home in the area around Hillcrest Circle Drive. A lieutenant says that…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has released their annual "Crime in Tennessee" report. Their news release highlights a decrease in murder, rape, kidnapping reports from 2021 to 2022, a decrease in DUI arrests from 2021 to 2022,…
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A long-time Tennessee lawmaker and former Democratic Party Chairperson has died, leaving an empty void in the hearts of many. Roy Herron, 69, passed away on Sunday at the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new dining option has been added to north Jackson. Kami Ramen Bar had there grand opening on July 10. Families can pick from options like ramen, Japanese…
UPDATE (8/11/23): GALLERY: New sinkhole appears near businesses in north Jackson A crew could be seen making repairs to the sinkhole at Old Hickory Mall on Friday, August 11, as a new sinkhole appeared at a nearby shopping center (see…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Solid Waste Convenience Center at Passmore Lane is temporarily closing one day this month. The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department says that the center on Passmore Lane will close on Thursday, July 20 so that a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Textile Art Exhibit is on display in downtown Jackson. The exhibit, which was first setup on July 5, is a collaborative effort between Valerie Poston Porter and her friend Doris Mays. Their exhibit includes several homemade…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A new sidewalk project is announced for the City of Lexington. Construction will soon begin on a new sidewalk project spanning from Main Street/South Broad Block east to the Main Street/Fielder Street Block. According to information shared…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- The McKenzie Police Department has issued several citations to local businesses for selling tobacco or alcohol to underage customers. According to McKenize Mayor Ryan Griffin, authorities conducted compliance checks at multiple locations throughout the city in May.…
MARTIN, Tenn. -- University of Tennessee System President Randy Boyd will make a recommendation for the next Chancellor of UT Martin. According to a press release, Yancy Freeman will be recommended by Boyd to the UT Board of Trustees. Freeman…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An upcoming event will celebrate friendship in the Hub City. Local artist and publisher Carla Cruit, also known as Rose Elaine, will host a Friendship Day party and potluck on Saturday, August 5. The event will…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- United Way of West Tennessee has been awarded a grant to begin the Rockabilly Readers program. A $4,000 grant provided by the Community Foundation of West Tennessee will allow the new program to launch in partnership with…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Madison County Foster Parent Association announces a need for school uniforms and school supplies for local children. According to a press release, there are 72 children in foster care in Madison County, and the Jackson…
JACKSON, Tenn.--- A new restaurant has its soft opening. The wait is over Kami Ramen Bar hosted its soft opening this weekend. It was a packed house for the soft opening…
JACKSON, Tenn.---There was a send-off held for two pageant titleholders. Miss Jackson Volunteer, Marti Sullivan and Miss Madison County Volunteer, Jewel Bodkins had their send-off this afternoon. Family and…
WEST TENNESSEE---There was a lot that took place this week in West Tennessee. Let us take a look at the top stories this week in West Tennessee. A ceremony was held at…
DRESDEN, Tenn.---Former State Senator and West TN native passes away. Former State Senator for Tennessee, Roy Herron, passed away early Sunday morning. He was 69-years-old. Mr. Herron was seriously injured following a watercraft collision July 1 on Kentucky Lake, where…
SOUTH JACKSON, Tenn. ---With today's heavy rain, many areas of the Hub City experienced flooding. Our crews went to South Jackson in the Bemis area, where they found flooding along north…
JACKSON, Tenn. --- South Jackson is not the only area that experienced flooding as heavy rains came down Saturday. This is video from West Jackson, sent in to us…
JACKSON, Tenn.---Take a look at this... Talk about taking advantage of the elements to have a good time. This is video sent into us by Anita Tucker of South Madison…
JACKSON, Tenn.---The Miss Tennessee Volunteer Iris Teen winners are preparing to move on to the next round of competition. We tell you more about both teens and a send off…
BOLIVAR, Tenn.---A young girl is being credited tonight as a hero in helping to save her family during early morning house fire. According to the Bolivar Fire Department, the house located…
JACKSON, Tenn.---One local animal rescue organization holds its annual open house event. Leaders with Redemption Road Rescue opened their gates to the public today. The event offered a tour…
JACKSON, Tenn.----One event held in Jackson today was an adrenaline-fueled extravaganza! King Tony's Busted Knuckles Stunt Tour wowed the crowds at Bumpus Harley-Davidson in north Jackson. There was plenty of heart-pounding…
NASHVILLE, Tenn.---TN Attorney General issues statement regarding newest ruling in transgender youth care. According to a news release from the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office, last night the Sixth Circuit Court…
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Charlee! Meet Charlee! She is a small lady (weighing just around 40 lbs.) She has the biggest and goofiest personality.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The First Friday Art Walk returned to downtown Jackson. Local artists showed off and sold their artwork at several businesses in the Hub City's newly designated Arts District,…
SELMER, Tenn. -- The McNairy County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism hosted a "First Friday" event in Selmer for back to school shopping. Several local businesses took part in the event,…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- An event hosted by Crown Winery in Humboldt is helping guests wine down after a long week. During the months of May and October, the Crown Winery hosts a…
MILAN, Tenn. -- In an heartwarming display of community support, the Milan Police Department organized a unique fundraising event at the Walmart in Milan to benefit Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. School…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization gave back to Le Bonheur Children's Outpatient Center. The Military Order of the Devil Dogs Master Sgt. Troy Mitchell, Pound 383 of Jackson,…
Ms. Mary Lois Green Short, 72, died Thursday, July 6, 2023, at her residence in Brownsville. With social distancing restrictions in place, services will be Saturday, July 15, 2023, at 12:00 Noon at St. Paul Baptist Church in Brownsville. Interment…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After 47 years, a local Jackson family is finally able to experience peace. Jewell Langford was a well-known local woman who…
TWRA Weekly Fishing Forecast NOTE - The TWRA wants to build a comprehensive report each week of the state’s lakes. If you do not see a report for your favorite lake and you are someone who can provide a report, please…
RIPLEY, Tenn. -- The 39th Annual Lauderdale County Tomato Festival is coming up on July 14 & 15. Presented by the Lauderdale Chamber/Economic & Community Development, the yearly event offers a variety of events to enjoy while celebrating local…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Christian School announces Dexter Bowles has been hired as the new director of security, effective August 1. According to a press release, Bowles served as captain in the…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- No fatal boating-related accidents occurred in the state over the four-day July 4th holiday/Operation Dry Water weekend, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency confirms. Operation Dry Water, which is a three-day period of increased enforcement and education about…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local college has incorporated new tech upgrades into one of its programs. Jackson State Community College has introduced a simulation room to enhance their criminal justice…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A new interactive map of state-owned land in Tennessee is now available. The map, available here, gives users access to a comprehensive list of state-owned properties with numerous data points for each property, including address, District, State…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- An original West Tennessee play is heading to Scotland later this year. According to a news release, 21 individuals from Freed-Hardeman University’s Theatre program are heading to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023 to present “The Feed."…
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin Office of Outreach has four open sessions for those wanting to take the ACT this summer. UT Martin says the open ACT sessions at the UT Martin campus are: Monday, July…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As the City of Jackson, Boren and Boyd, The Bank of Jackson, and WBBJ continue to team up and host a friendly local small business competition this month, we have…
