DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A Dyersburg man is in custody after an hours-long barricade situation on Friday night. According to the Dyersburg Police Department, 38-year-old Steven Thurmond is charged with four counts of aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer, aggravated…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University School of Jackson is bringing a classic story to stage this weekend. The USJ Theatre Department will hold their production of "Little Women" Friday, September 23 through…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church opened both it's doors and parking lot to host a community based health fair. The hope of the event is to bring awareness to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Residents of Madison County joined together in a joyful noise. Pastor Clarence Currie, the organizer of the event, talks about the previous praise in the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local school is getting creative to bring in donations that will benefit both students and teachers. North Parkway Middle School hosted a fun 5k run Saturday.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson, along with Keep Jackson Beautiful, started the city wide cleanup days within Jackson. Leilani Mills, Director of Health and Sanitation shares the success of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Vehicles in the community cruised in to help bring in donations for one local nonprofit. The Salvation Army hosted a Cruise In and Car Show on Saturday morning. It's…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Fire Department respond to a house fire on Airways Boulevard at South Fairgrounds in Jackson early Saturday morning. Downtown Ricky Brown Traffic Spotters Network was at the scene reporting on…
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Lucy. Meet Lucy! Lucy is a sweetheart to say the least. She loves and lives for affection. Lucy is…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee State Fair is back, and there's a full weekend of entertainment and events for people to see. "Well this week at the fair…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- JCM Early College High is home to the newly titled West Tennessee Teacher of the Year, Bob Sparks. Sparks was surprised on Friday afternoon by Blue…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local coalition is educating organizations on the war on drugs. The Jackson-Madison Prevention Coalition hosted their 2nd Annual Prevention Summit in Jackson. "We focus on substance use…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A mystery filled with twists, turns and red herrings is coming to the stage in Henderson this month. Courtesy: FHU / FHU senior theatre major Courtney Willcut directs "Holmes And Watson" as her…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jacksonians gathered in downtown Jackson to pay tribute to Eliza Fletcher and pray for her family. The prayer group prayed for the kindergarten teacher and mother of two's…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A proclamation that honors soldiers was announced in Jackson Friday morning. Madison County Mayor AJ Massey announces the proclamation for "MIA and POW Day" that…
It’s time to recognize this week’s Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Jo Robbin Buckley loves educating her 8th grade math class at Dresden Middle School, but she says it's not just about the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Madison County school board held their monthly meeting, showing recognition to those who modeled the school system's mission. “We had a display of student recognition. We…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An agenda review meeting was held to see what will be discussed at this month's commission meeting. Many newly elected commissioners were in attendance for the review, as…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local college has welcomed a famous gospel singer on to their campus. Lane College is holding their Gospel Symposium, and will open the campus to the community in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With cold and flu season approaching in the fall, tips on vaccines can help you stay healthy. President of the College of American Pathologists, Dr. Emily Volk, shares on some vaccines that will be available to help…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new option for education may be heading to Madison County, but is being met with opposition. The State Charter Commission held a public hearing with the Jackson-Madison…
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- The Union City Police Department is seeking the public's help in investigating two shootings. According to a social media post by the department, police investigated two shootings…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local college is gearing up to have their first ever film festival. The Lane Doc Fest started Wednesday. To kick it off, the festival is showing…
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A new company could be on the search for new minerals across West Tennessee, and they're educating the public along the way. Iperion-X…
RIPLEY, Tenn. -- The Lauderdale County School District confirms two students were arrested Wednesday after firearms were recovered at Ripley High School. According to a release by the school district, an anonymous tip was received that a student was in…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Local law enforcement and educators team up to make a difference in a child's happiness. "That will increase their likelihood to achieve academic, social, and emotional…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Driving under the influence is taken to a new level for students in Chester County. UNITE's Arrive Alive Tour paid a visit to Chester County High School students…
PINSON, Tenn. -- Pinson Mounds State Park's 40th Annual ArcheoFest will take place at the park this weekend. The event will be held September 17 & 18, with a special day for schools…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is mourning the loss of one of their own. Dr. Mechel Camp, Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences and longtime English professor at Jackson…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school is celebrating an academic achievement. Tuesday evening, teachers at Arlington Elementary School were treated to a dinner and reward ceremony. The event was an opportunity to celebrate the school exiting the Tennessee Department…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Representative Johnny Shaw was awarded the Guardian of Small Business award by the National Federation of Independent Business. The award is given to legislators to recognize their…
JACKSON,Tenn. -- The West Tennessee State Fair is back! Until September 18, fair goers have the chance to enjoy some annual fun. “We came last year and had a blast…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Plans for new homes have started in east Jackson. The groundbreaking for Legacy Estates took place on Monday. City Councilman Johnny Dodd shares what's next. "Right now we…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Salvation Army in Jackson is beginning the "Raise the Roof" campaign, which will allow the building's roof to be repaired due to some major leaks.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rockabillys announce a special event coming to the Ballpark in November. The University of Tennessee Volunteers Baseball team will host the University of Memphis Tigers in their last game of the 2022 Fall Season. The…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee State Fair is back in Jackson, and the Madison County 4-H organization is getting chicken ready for the week. The Chicken Shack has been serving…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Food truck fans may want to check out an upcoming event in the Hub City. Floral Cakes will host their first Food Truck Brunch event on Sunday, September 18. It will take place from 11 a.m. to…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Personal information for about 1,700 Medicaid recipients in Tennessee may have been disclosed during an update to a computer system, officials said. The update may have led to…
UPDATE (9/14/22): The Comptroller's Office issued a correction to their previous investigative report on the matter, stating: The previous report and press release indicated the results of the investigation had been communicated with the District Attorney General of the 26th…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One foundation awarded a check to a local dog park on Monday afternoon. The Jackson Downtown Dog Park was awarded $25,000 from the Boyd Foundation under the Dog…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Whether it's after a long day of work, or maybe an afterschool activity, Lysol is wanting to help with odor causing bacteria. The #LysolLaundryChallenge is a launch to challenge viewers to sanitize their smelly laundry by using…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For several months we've been following a story of a local teacher who was accused of inappropriately messaging a student. Monday, she was seen in court by…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A Humboldt man has been found guilty of second degree murder in a cold case from 2012. A news release states that on Friday, September 9, 2022, a Gibson County Jury found Benjamin "Ben" Bryer guilty of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local pastor is organizing an event in honor of a life taken too soon. New Day Ministries Pastor Clarence Currie says a candlelight vigil and jog will be held in downtown Jackson on Friday, September 16.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Area Relief Ministries hosted its annual Salt and Light Benefit Dinner on Sunday evening. Michael Roby, Executive Director of Area Relief Ministries, also known as ARM, shares…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The inaugural Patriot Day Memorial Stair Climb was held today. Many first responders came to honor those who gave their lives on 9/11. One of the ways the Jackson Fire Department has decided to honor those who…
JACKSON, Tenn. --How one book is helping the community to take a look back... Residents of Jackson and Madison county gathered today in celebration of a book that holds key events of history for this area. It's titled, "Jackson and…
JACKSON, Tenn. --One local fraternity answers the call to support a nonprofit. Students of Union, gather together to raise money for the Star Center, through the sport of pickleball. The coordinator of the SAE Pickleball event, Isaac Northcut, shares…
JACKSON, Tenn. --This morning many remembered the lives taken during 9/11. 21 years ago, the United States of America changed forever. Many remember to this day, the exact moment when they heard the devastating news about 9/11. Fire Chief Darryl…
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Winston! Meet Winston! Winston is his name, but all his friends call him "Winnie." This sweet hunk of Doodle was…
