Jackson joins national competition to be ‘Strongest Town’
CLICK HERE TO VOTE! JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's Tennessee versus Florida next week, and no, we're not talking about basketball, but cities! The Hub City will face off against Oviedo, Florida…
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St. Patrick’s Day party held at local brewery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local business celebrated the luck of the Irish on Friday. Hub City Brewing held their St. Patrick's Day Party. The brewery had special drinks available for…
Family protests outside DAs office
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Dozens of family and supporters gathered in the Hub City, they say to look for answers. The family of Tyeasha Starks held a protest outside of the district…
Mail theft caught on camera in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Someone stops their car, opens your mailbox, and simply takes whatever is inside. We spoke with a resident who had this very thing happen. Mark Doran recently found his…
New Pope School project experiencing ‘growing pains’
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Friday, the Madison County Commission held a meeting to discuss the new Pope School project. According to Carl Alexander, the Chairman of the Property Committee for the County Commission,…
South Madison County homicide under investigation
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide. According to the sheriff's office, around 10:15 p.m. on Thursday, deputies responded to Old Henderson Road near Pinson for a report of shots fired. When they arrived,…
STEM Inspire Programs continues in local county
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- A STEM program in a local county has been completed by more than 100 students. STEM Inpsire students Ava Akins, Alyssa Belew, Tobey Brooks, Rion Cary, Thatcher Crews, Katelynn Essary, Peyton Hays,…
Arts Backstage returns to Jackson May 9
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Arts Council is preparing for the return of a popular event. Arts Backstage 2023 will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9. Created as a way to celebrate and honor local art making,…
‘Sound the Alarm’ connecting residents with free smoke alarms
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson American Red Cross, alongside volunteers, got together on Friday to start part one of "Sound the Alarm." It is a program that brings information and resources…
Jackson Arts Council seeks new Executive Director
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new Executive Director is being sought for the Jackson Arts Council. The announcement comes after current Executive Director, Lizzie Emmons, has been named the new Community and Projects Manager of theCO. Lizzie…
North Side students selected to perform at Universal Studios
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local students made their way to Florida this week for an extra-special showcase. On Tuesday, March 14, the North Side High School Band took the stage at Universal Studios Orlando. Universal's STARS Performance Program offers a…
Educator of the Week: Trevor Mayhall
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- It's time to recognize this week's Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Trevor Mayhall is a band director for Henderson County Middle…
Museum displays exhibit on Black sitcoms
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A new exhibit is on display with the hopes of inspiring our youth. The Tom & O.E. Stigall Ethnic Library & Museum in Humboldt is currently showing…
Two businesses to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- St. Patrick's Day is Friday! Hub City Brewing and Mulligan's will be having specials and entertainment to celebrate the holiday. Hub City Brewing will be preparing special…
First ever Women in Rotary Tea Party set for next week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The oldest civic club in the Hub City is preparing for an event with a great cause. The inaugural Women in Rotary Tea Party is coming up.…
Day two of softball tournament held in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday, the second day of the Sarah Beth Whitehead Memorial Softball Tournament kicked off at the Jackson Sportsplex. John Whitehead created this tournament in 2008 to honor his daughter…
New state park could be established in West Tennessee
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local restoration area may turn into an official state park soon. In February, during Gov. Bill Lee's State of the State address, he said he…
City of Jackson elections to be in early May
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Election time in the City of Jackson is in early May, bringing the chance for change in several positions. The sample ballot shows six mayor candidates, Ray Condray, Scott…
Prayer Circle visits Jackson City Hall
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A group of local pastors were invited to City Hall to pray for the City of Jackson and its' employees. The prayer circle began at the height of…
Thousands to visit Ireland for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Ahead of the world's luckiest holiday, we speak with a travel expert straight from the Emerald Isle. Travelzoo Senior Editor Gabe Saglie has spent the week travelling through…
Man found guilty for 3 counts of rape of child
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee man has been found guilty of three counts of rape of a child. According to District Attorney General Frederick Agee, 31-year-old Joshua Pewitte was indicted in…
Fatal house fire claims the life of 5-year-old in Chester County
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn.--On Tuesday March 14 just before 8 a.m. Chester County Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Weaver Thomas Road, which sadly, claimed the life of a young child.…
Fundraiser for Inclusion Park to be held March 25
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One non-profit aimed to change the lives of those living in Carroll County. The Carroll County Inclusion Park is a non-profit organization with one mission: to help the children…
Head Start, Early Head Start taking applications
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If your little one is ready to learn, we have some details for you. Washington Douglass is having their Head Start/Early Head Start recruitment. Applications will be taken Tuesday,…
Luggage drive being held for foster kids
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local group is helping children in the foster care system in a unique way. The Haywood Leadership Class of 2023 is hosting a Luggage Drive to collect people's…
COVID-19 vaccine to be available one-day a week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department is adjusting their hours for COVID-19 vaccinations. The department says effective next week, they will only be giving COVID19 vaccinations on Fridays for all age groups. The vaccine is recommended by…
FHU gains new music staff member
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University has a new staff member. According to a news release, Dr. Michael Yopp has been hired to serve as an associate professor of music and as the director of FHU’s new jazz ensemble. Yopp is…
Walk With Ease coming to a close
JACKSON, Tenn. -- When it comes to exercising, a lot of people would rather workout with a friend. The South Jackson Community Center began a new program on February 6 called Walk…
Bill would allow vote regarding alcohol in several counties
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Do you live in Henry, Benton or Hardeman counties and want to change your city's laws regarding alcohol? You may soon get to cast a vote on the matter. Tuesday, in the Tennessee House, legislators passed a…
Holy month of Ramadan to begin next week
JACKSON, Tenn. – The beginning of Ramadan arrives next week! Wednesday, March 22, many in West Tennessee and around the world will observe the beginning of Ramadan. Ramadan is a month of fasting, when Muhammad’s first revelations from the angel…
Community event to address fentanyl crisis, offer Narcan training
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A "crucial community event" is coming up to help spread awareness and educate residents. I.C.A.R.E. is hosting "Fighting Fentanyl Together" on Monday, March 20. The event will be an informational seminar focused on raising awareness and educating…
Police: Employee injured in Walmart stabbing, suspect in custody
UPDATE (3/20/23): Court records reveal details in north Walmart stabbing JACKSON, Tenn. -- Authorities confirm a person was injured in a stabbing at a local store. According to the Jackson Police Department,…
Advocate discusses bill allowing open carry of long guns
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee state legislators proposed a law that could affect concealed carry laws. According to the West Tennessee Director of the Tennessee Firearms Association, Richard Archie, House Bill 1005 and Senate…
Authorities seek man charged with kidnapping
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Local authorities are in search of a man who is suspected of kidnapping. Dyersburg police are looking for a man who is suspected of kidnapping a woman and holding…
1 escapee found, 2 others on run from Wilder Youth Development
FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Fayette County Sheriff's Office says two 17-year-olds are on the run. Tuesday, the sheriff's office confirmed that three escaped from the Wilder Youth Development on Saturday. One has been taken into custody with the help…
2023 Officer of Year named on Tuesday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local club has named an Officer of the Year for his commitment to serving and protecting. The Jackson Exchange Club held a meeting at the…
160th birthday of Casey Jones marked in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Happy birthday Casey Jones! In celebration of Casey Jones' 160th birthday, the Casey Jones Museum hosted a fun-filled birthday celebration with free admission from 10 a.m. to 5…
Theatre Guild to present ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Theatre Guild is set to present "To Kill a Mockingbird" in April. The showing, adapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, will follow Scout, her brother Jem, and their widowed father in a small Alabama town…
Police respond to shots fired Monday night
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Monday night, a large police presence could be seen in the 200 block of Roosevelt Parkway in east Jackson. According to Jackson police, they responded to a…
Report done on Elvis Presley’s early performance in West TN
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A cultural survey team has shared a report on Elvis Presley's early performance at Bethel Springs. Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley signing autographs at Overton Park Shell in 1956. By the time this…
Knowing the signs of a concussion, what comes next
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the topic of concussions becoming a growing area of discussion because of sports, experts have shared that most adults are not aware of some of the common signs of this…
UT Martin shares Q&A with interim chancellor
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin shared a Q&A with their interim chancellor. Dr. Philip Acree Cavalier had his first day in the role on March 1. Check out his perspective here.
State park to conduct interviews for several jobs
BUCHANAN, Tenn. -- Looking to work inside one of Tennessee's many beautiful parks? Now is the time to try! Tennessee State Parks says that on March 17, they will be hosting a job interviews for a variety of positions, including…
Dedication held for revamped field
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local high school held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday for a field that hasn't been touched in more than a decade. The Madison Academic High…
Spring Break Theater Camp begins
JACKSON, Tenn. --A local performing arts theater is hosting a camp to teach children new skills and grow their talents. The Ned in downtown Jackson is hosting a Spring Break Theater…
Dyersburg police seek man accused of kidnapping
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Authorities are asking for help locating a man accused of kidnapping. Dyersburg police say they found a woman hiding under a new construction home Saturday after receiving a call that a man working in the area of…
Registration open for summer job programs
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County African American Chamber of Commerce will be hosting two programs this summer for young people. The programs are designed to train them for success in…
Ranger-led hike to follow the footsteps of Confederates at Shiloh
SHILOH, Tenn. -- Ready to follow the trail of a Confederate brigadier general and his brigade? Shiloh National Military Park is hosting a hike on March 25 that will follow the steps taken by Brigadier General S.A.M. Wood's Confederate brigade.…
Bills aimed at reducing gun deaths fail in TN Senate
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Two Tennessee Senate bills aimed at reducing gun deaths failed on Monday. Sen. London Lamar, of Memphis, proposed a bill that would have revoked permit-less carry in Shelby and Davidson County, and another bill that would have…
New root canal treatment ‘less invasive, less painful’
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new survey reveals 77% of Americans would "rather sleep at the airport" than undergo root canal treatment -- but a new option may ease those fears. According to the…
