Mega Millions reaches third highest jackpot
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Mega Millions jackpot has reached more than $660 million. After no one had the winning numbers on July 19, more people are a little more…
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Henry County Medical Center reinstates mask policy
PARIS, Tenn. -- The Henry County Medical Center is bringing back its mask policy. The center says the return is due to an increase in COVID-19 cases in the area, increased in hospitalizations, and the impact COVID-19 is having on…
Haywood County sheriff discusses possible dog fighting ring
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Haywood County Sheriff's Office is investigating a possible dog fighting ring. Haywood County Sheriff Billy Garrett says his department received a tip of a dog fighting…
4 arrests made in Carroll County drug investigation
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- A joint investigation and a search of two homes led to four arrests. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says that multiple agencies have been investigating drug activity since January in drug-free zones in both McKenzie…
New shoe store steps into Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new shoe store is stepping into the Hub City. Remix Shoe Store will be opening its doors this weekend in Old Hickory Mall. This is the…
15 Tennessee communities getting grants for dog parks
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- Fifteen Tennessee communities have a reason to wag their tails. Above - Rover's Ridge the Dog Park in White House, Tennessee opened in April 2021. The 2018 Tennessee Dog Park Dash grant winners…
San Diego Comic Con Round Up: Day One
After two years of waiting, San Diego Comic Con is back, and there are many panels happening this weekend with, hopefully, a lot of announcements coming our way. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Bvn3uCjNaM We’re on day one of Comic Con, and I’m going to…
Winners of 2022 Jackson Idol revealed by city
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The winners of this year's Jackson Idol have been revealed. The City of Jackson says that this year's winners are: Terry Franklin, Paris Springfield, Journi Malone, and Londyn Copeland representing T.R White Sportsplex with a dance…
Local farmers work to provide as drought affects supply
MEDON, Tenn. -- Jared Farms, located on Highway 18 in Medon, has been in business for 17 years, providing local produce to the community. "We try to use some local farmers and we grow some ourselves, we do business with…
RIFA works to keep families fed amid inflation, prepares to offer new service
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local food bank is feeling the effects of rising food prices and inflation. "For the people that we serve, they are struggling under normal circumstances," said RIFA Executive Director Lisa Tillman. "So this is really just…
Leaders Credit Union celebrates 65 years, presents new member with $1,650 check
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Leaders Credit Union is giving back as they celebrate 65 years of service in West Tennessee. On Tuesday, July 12,…
Muse Park south entrance to close at sundown for two weeks
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The south entrance of Muse Park in Jackson will close at sundown for approximately two weeks. According to the City of Jackson's Recreation and Parks Department, the closure is…
Three Brownsville men wanted in connection to dog fighting operation
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- Three men from Brownsville are wanted in connection to a dog fighting operation in Haywood County. According to the Haywood County Sheriff's Office, authorities are searching for Tod M. Currie, Tod L. Currie, and Brian A.…
Upcoming heavy metal fest causes stir among some on social media
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A different type of music festival is on it's way to West Tennessee. But not all are happy about it. It's been two months since the announcement of the Tennessee…
Active shooter training held in West Tennessee
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- One community is preparing for the worst case scenario. Thursday, the Dickson Police Department was in Benton County to help local first responders prepare for what…
Singer-Songwriter Night to return to Discovery Park
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Several musicians will be taking the stage in September at Discovery Park. The park says that it will be hosting its Singer-Songwriter Night, which will feature Phillip Coleman, Rory Feek, Scotty Emerick, and Annie Moser. The…
Back to School Bash gives parents a head start on shopping
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- The annual Back to School Bash kicked off in a local county. Thursday, children, families, and faculty came out to Crockett County Middle School for…
McDonald’s to celebrate 731 Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- McDonald's says it is going to be joining in on 731 Day celebrations. The fast-food chain says those in the 731 area code will be able to get a free chicken sandwich through their app. McDonald's asks…
Early voting seeing low turnout so far, says election official
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Early voting is continuing in West Tennessee. Lori Lott, with the Madison County Election Commission, says so far they have not seen a large turn out for early voting.…
Solid Waste Convenience Center to close intermittently on Friday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local solid waste center will see intermittent closures on Friday. The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department says that the Madison County Solid Waste Convenience Center at 95 Passmore Lane will close randomly due to driveway repairs.…
Tyson donates 40,000 lbs of food to Helping Hand of Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Tyson Foods is helping one nonprofit address food insecurity. Helping Hand of Humboldt is an organization that provides free groceries, hot lunches, showers, free toiletry and clothing to…
Deadline approaching for absentee by-mail ballot requests
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennesseans have until Thursday, July 28 to request an absentee by-mail ballot for the upcoming elections in August. The August 4 elections will include the State and Federal…
‘American Idol’ winner to perform in Jackson this August
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An award-winning artist and "American Idol" champion will take the stage in Jackson later this summer. Rock singer David Cook is scheduled to perform at Hub City Brewing on…
Southeastern states launch Operation Southern Slow Down
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee is one of five southeastern states participating in Operation Southern Slow Down. The operation is to raise awareness of the dangers of speeding, reckless and aggressive driving.…
Bicentennial Celebration taking applications for August parade
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial is celebrating its grand finale weekend Aug. 12 and Aug. 13. The weekend will feature a choir performance, parade, time capsule burial, plus a free community concert featuring LOLO, the Commodores and a…
Gov. Bill Lee visits Memphis to talk ESA Implementation
SHELBY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee was in Memphis on Wednesday to talk about the Education Savings Account Implementation this school year. Lee announced more than 40 independent schools…
Officials warn of fentanyl laced bills
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A law enforcement official shared how the wrong dollar could potentially be life threatening. "If someone had a rolled up bill that they'd been snorting fentanyl through in their…
HUB Club gives students early look at college
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson's "Help Us Build," or HUB Club, toured the city to get an early glimpse at the college life on Wednesday. "A lot of them don't get to…
JMCSS superintendent talks achievements, next steps for district
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local leaders heard from Jackson-Madison County School Superintendent Dr. Marlon King on district achievements and what the next steps are. King says after the pandemic caused a decline…
Union City felon sentenced to over 12 years for drug, firearm charges
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A convicted felon from Union City has been sentenced to over 12 years in federal prison for drug and firearm charges. A news release from the U.S. Department of Justice states that 34-year-old Mark Allen Branch pled…
UT Martin program to help West Tennessee businesses
MARTIN, Tenn -- West Tennessee businesses can get outside consulting from a local university. The University of Tennessee at Martin says that its Master of Business Administration program is working with others in and out of UT Martin to provide…
Nope makes red carpet premiere in Hollywood
On July 18th, Universal Pictures' Nope made its red carpet premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, California. Many of the cast and crew were in attendance such as Steven Yeun, Daniel Kaluuya, Jordan Peele, Keke Palmer, and Brandon…
Portion of Christmasville Road to temporarily close for work
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Highway Department says part of Christmasville is being temporarily closed next week. Superintendent Bart Walls says Christmasville will be closed from Morisch Road to Ashport Road in order to replace a cross drain.…
UT Martin department receives award
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A department at the University of Tennessee at Martin received an award. PHOTO ID: Pictured (l, r) at the Tennessee Association of Agricultural Educators’ annual conference are Dr. William Bird, associate professor of…
Senior-level 4-H students can now apply for college credit
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Senior level 4-H students can now apply for college credit. The announcement was made at the annual 4-H Roundup at…
National speaker motivates inmates preparing for release
WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- On Thursday, July 7, CoreCivic's Hardeman County Correctional Facility in Whiteville hosted national motivational speaker Baron Warren. Warren spoke to a group of male inmates preparing to…
Annual ‘731 Day’ celebration returning to Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual event celebrating our local community returns to the Hub City this month. "731 Day," named for West Tennessee's area code, takes place each year in Jackson…
What would you do if you hit the Mega Millions jackpot?
JACKSON, Tenn.--- The Mega Millions gives people the opportunity to win a multi-million dollar jackpot... The estimated jackpot for the Tennessee Mega Millions drawing Tuesday evening was $555,000,000. It only costs…
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation releases 2021 ‘Crime in Tennessee’ publication
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has released their 2021 ‘Crimes in Tennessee’ publication. This publication gives detailed reports on the volume and nature of crimes within different city…
New ice cream shop opens in Henderson County
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A new ice cream shop called Zandora's held their grand opening on Tuesday in Lexington. The family-owned shop has sweet treats ranging from waffle cones to homemade shakes.…
Union City Schools help cut back-to-school stress on parents
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Over the past three years, families have dealt with a pandemic and now historic inflation rates. In order to help, Union City Schools are lending an extra hand…
COVID-19 cases rising due to contagious subvariant
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Health officials are continuing to to see a gradual rise of COVID-19 cases, and the cause is a highly contagious subvariant of omicron. Mallory Cooke, with the Jackson-Madison County…
Deer killed in Dyer County confirmed to have had CWD
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A deer killed in November has been confirmed to have chronic wasting disease. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency says the over four-year-old buck was found north of Dyersburg in November, and a taxidermist recently submitted a sample…
Local shop shares tips on caring for your car in excessive heat
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In the summertime, the inside of a vehicle can reach temperatures over 130 degrees. However, there are a few ways to keep your car in good shape. "Buy…
TBI releases 2021 “Crime in Tennessee” report
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has released data on the state's crime in 2021. The bureau's most recent "Crime in Tennessee" publication showed that serious crime reports had decreased, that juveniles made up over 7% of arrests,…
TBI: Jackson man accused of possessing child sexual abuse material
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says a Jackson man has been arrested for allegedly having child sexual abuse material. The news release says that Tanner Robinson, 21, was arrested Monday at his home on Richland Cove. The…
Events the week of July 18, 2022 in West Tennessee
Don’t miss any of the fun in West Tennessee this week! Thursday, July 21 Bobcat Band Exhibition Night (Selmer) Shark Cage Competition (Humboldt) Friday, July 22 Movies in the Park (Jackson) Shiloh Blood Drive (Shiloh) Backpack Giveaway (Savannah) Totally Tubular…
New celebration coming to Savannah in September
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- A new celebration is coming to Savannah this September. According to a news release, the first ever Catfish Derby Benefit Concert will be held in the downtown area. This one-day event will have food, live music, and…
Fuel prices across Tennessee show steady decline
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 17.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging at $4.09 per gallon Monday. According to GasBuddy's survey of gas stations in Tennessee, prices across the state are 50 cents…
Old Hickory Steakhouse demolished after fire in 2021
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson staple has been torn down. From 1969 to 2007, Village Inn Pizza brought in people from all over Tennessee. The spot was known to be a…
