10 students awarded scholarships
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Leaders Education Foundation has awarded a new scholarship to 10 students from West Tennessee. The Workforce Readiness Scholarship is a $9,500 award split among 10 students who attend with…
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Tyson gives update on Newbern expansion
NEWBERN, Tenn. -- Tyson released an update on efforts to expand into Newbern. Tuesday, a news release from Tyson said that the final two phases of their $20 million expansion is underway.…
Trees available for reserve for Tennessee Tree Day
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Looking to spruce up your yard? You can claim your new tree ahead of Tree Day! According to the Tennessee Environmental Council, residents of the state will be able to reserve a tree for small donation up…
Fundraiser being held to support Bob’s Burgers owners
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Bells community is coming together to help Bob's Burgers, and you can be a part of it. The restaurant was lost to an early morning fire on Tuesday. The Bells First Baptist Church is hosting a…
Suicide prevention fundraiser to be held in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local musician is hosting an event for suicide prevention. Tosh Newman, a country music singer and songwriter, is hosting a fundraising event at Hub City Brewing Friday night. The event will not only raise funds for…
Issue of sex trafficking raised after August 2021 arrest
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The topic of sex trafficking has been raised after a local man was arrested. Christopher Clark was arrested by the Jackson Police Department in August of 2021. Clark offered money…
Jackson-Madison Co. School Board holds first meetings of 2023
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board held their first meetings of 2023 on Tuesday. Various committees met to discuss their plans for the remainder of this school year, and future…
Training sessions address EMS worker shortage across state
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Every week, people in the community have the chance to train for life-saving work and provide critical access to medical care. The Tennessee Ambulance Services Association, along with emergency…
Bells restaurant total loss after early morning fire
BELLS, Tenn. -- Early on Tuesday morning, a call was made concerning a beloved restaurant in Bells, Tennessee: Bob's Burgers. "Upon arrival, we found heavy smoke coming from Bob's Burgers," said…
New field manager named for Jackson Rockabillys
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local summer baseball team has announced their first manager. The Jackson Rockabillys introduced their inaugural field manager, former Major League Baseball player Matt Franco, Tuesday morning at the…
UTM to host annual Civil Rights Conference next month
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A local university is preparing for a month full of events. The University of Tennessee at Martin will host the 23rd Annual Civil Rights Conference in February. According UT Martin's website, the yearly event aims to "broaden…
Applications open for Sue Shelton White Scholarship
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An opportunity for financial assistance is being offered for some local students. Madison Area Democratic Women (MADW) announce applications are now open for the $2,500 Sue Shelton White Scholarship. A news release states the scholarship is in…
Local bakery feels the effects of a national shortage
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Egg prices have soared to historically high prices. Although households across the country are feeling the effects, so are the places that need them the most. For the…
Two schools host open houses
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two schools in the Jackson-Madison County School System held open houses Monday night. Jackson Central-Merry Early College High School held their open house, giving future students and parents a chance to see what the school has…
Authorities investigating fire in vacant home
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Authorities are investigating a fire at a home in the Hub City. Firefighters were called to a house fire on Daugherty Street in east Jackson. Authorities say it is a vacant home and no one was…
CBD store celebrating with donation to animal care center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For customer appreciation week, a local CBD store is serving the community by working with a local animal shelter. Sunmed is celebrating their third anniversary by giving…
Haywood sheriff gives update on Britney Watson
SEE ALSO: Hearing reveals details in Watson murder case HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A missing woman's body has been identified. Kevin Watson turned himself in on Friday after evading police for almost a week, and he was charged with the…
Events this Week in West Tennessee: Jan. 23-29
Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Note: LIFELINE Blood Services has announced an urgent need for blood donations. Click here for mobile blood drive locations this month.…
JPD investigating shooting on Idlewild Street
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on Idlewild Street in east Jackson. Sunday evening, officers responded to a call of gunshots in the area. When they arrived on scene, they found an individual with…
Monday fire highlights importance of smoke alarms
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- A fire in Hardin County highlighted the importance of smoke alarms, says the Hardin County Fire Department. The Hardin County Fire Department says that around 10 minutes past midnight on Monday, their firefighters responded to…
FHU introduces improved version of Annual Bible Lectureship app
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University is introducing a new app to assist Lectureship visitors. FHU Lectureship Director Doug Burleson says FHU has released a new and improved version of its Annual Bible Lectureship app. A news release states the app…
Body found in Henderson County on Monday
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Local law enforcement are investigating a body found on the side of the road. Henderson County Sheriff's Department are investigating a body that was found on the…
Love Your Block gets new member
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local program got a new member as they expand their work. The Love Your Block program selected the City of Jackson to receive their grant back…
Jackson Symphony receives $10k grant to support Symphony on the Move
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Symphony is sharing some exciting news. The Symphony has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to receive a $10,000 award through a Challenge America grant. According to a release, the grant…
USJ to host open house January 29
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University School of Jackson will host its annual schoolwide open house on Sunday, January 29. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. According to a…
Mothers invited to postpartum support group in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- All West Tennessee mothers are invited to attend a free event coming up this Sunday. The West Tennessee Postpartum Support Group will meet at 2 p.m. on January 29. This group is intended for all feeding preferences,…
Poetry contest launching for West Tennessee students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Griot Collective of West Tennessee is launching a poetry contest for local students. The Griot Collective is a nonprofit literary arts organization which sponsors monthly poetry workshops for adults and high schoolers, open mics and other…
Two food giveaways coming to West Tennessee this week
SELMER, Tenn. -- Those in need in the community are invited to attend one of two upcoming food giveaways. Mid-South Food Bank announces they will host two food drives in West Tennessee this week. The first will take place on…
Jan Rhodes appointed director of JSCC’s Savannah-Hardin Co. Center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Following an extensive search to fill the position, a new director has been announced for Jackson State Community College's Savannah-Hardin County Center. A news release states Jan Rhodes has been appointed to the position by Vice President…
Jackson Theatre Guild to present ‘Escanaba in da Moonlight’
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Theatre Guild invites the community to join them for a special fundraising performance. JTG will present "Escanaba in da Moonlight" by Jeff Daniels from February 9-11. The show is described as a comedy with mild…
Champion athletes honored by local church
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A local church honored a college sports team for making history. Saint Paul C.M.E Church held a worship service this morning to honor and recognize the Lane College…
Black Tie and Boxing returns to the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A popular event returns to Jackson. Black Tie and Boxing presented by Leaders Credit Union returned on Saturday night. This is one of the biggest events of…
Special performance set to take The Dixie stage
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. —A fun act is coming soon to The Dixie. According to a news release from The Dixie, the 17th season performer was recently announced. Lewis Hankins…
Cub Scouts learn weapon safety tips
MADISON CO. Tenn. ---Scouts learn important safety tips. Today, some Cub Scouts had the chance to learn some tips about weapon safety. Several Cub Scouts in the West Tennessee…
Fighters duke it out for a great cause
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A popular event comes back to Jackson. Black Tie and Boxing returned on Saturday night. Fighters from all around the Mid-south had mixed martial arts and kickboxing…
Grocery store incident prompts large police presence
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Incident draws police presence at local grocery store. A little before 2:30 pm we received a tip of a large police presence at a local grocery store. According to…
Book event held at Turntable Coffee
JACKSON, Tenn. --Imagination Library held Dolly Day at Turntable Coffee. This event was held to inform people about what they do for the community. The library provides free books for youth from…
Seminar held to help home buyers
JACKSON, Tenn.---An organization hosts a free seminar. Century 21 presented a free event for first time home buyers on Saturday. The seminar took place at 2:30 pm Saturday and was…
Video: Governor Lee delivers inaugural address 2023
TN Gov. Bill Lee delivered his 2nd inaugural speech on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at Legislative Plaza in Nashville. Watch the replay of the livestream here. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — TN Gov. Lee delivers 2nd inaugural speech. According to a…
Pet of the Week: Carter
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Carter! Are you looking for your best friend, cuddle buddy, and adventure partner? Look no further than Carter! This sweet boy…
Black Tie and Boxing to return this weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The annual Black Tie and Boxing event is returning to Jackson on Saturday. The boxing event is being held for the sixth year in a row at…
New nonprofit launches in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new nonprofit organization launched in Jackson. Jackson Community Garden held its first meeting at the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center on Friday. The nonprofit plans to…
Electric vehicle charger installed a West Tennessee park
PARIS, Tenn. -- One town got their very first charge! “We are excited to enter into this partnership with Clearloop and Rivian with the electric charging stations,” said Kathy Ray, the Mayor…
Business relocates, another to open in Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new business is coming to the Hub City, while another is relocating! According to Buchanan Realty Group, Sassy Grace & Southern Gent has moved next door to Buff City Soap. “With the new brands coming in,…
HPAI found in Weakley County chicken flock
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Lab tests have confirmed reports of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Weakley County. According to a news release, a commercial broiler chicken flock on Sullivan Road in Greenfield was reported to have detected HPAI. A control…
Search for Kevin Watson ends with arrest
SEE ALSO: Hearing reveals details in Watson murder case HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- Haywood County Sheriff Billy Garrett says that Kevin Watson has been found. The sheriff reported on Friday that Kevin…
City officials hold conference regarding abandoned baby
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Authorities held a news conference on Friday regarding a baby left abandoned. On Thursday morning, a newborn baby boy was found in a dumpster on Carver Avenue. A news…
Woman found lying near Highway 70; Sheriff’s Office investigating
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office is investigating a situation after a woman was found lying near a road. A social media post circulated Thursday after a Facebook user posted…
Health dept. provides COVID update on anniversary of U.S.’s first case
JACKSON, Tenn. -- January 20, 2023 marks three years since the first COVID-19 case was confirmed in the U.S. And here in Madison County, it is important to see where we are…
Hwy 45 South Waste Convenience Center closed Monday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department says a local waste drop-off site will close for repairs. The Solid Waste Convenience Center, located at 3242 Highway 45 South, will be closed on Monday, January 23. The site is…
