MidSouth Firewood Expo kicks off in Decatur County
Twin Rivers Wood Product is hosting the MidSouth Firewood Expo Friday and Saturday.
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McNairy County breaks ground on new freestanding emergency room
McNairy County leaders broke ground Friday on a new freestanding emergency room, the first emergency care facility in the community since the county's hospital closed nearly 10 years ago.
Charges dropped against students after beloved teacher killed in prank gone wrong, attorney says
All charges have been dropped against the five Georgia high school students involved in a prank gone wrong that left a beloved teacher dead.
David Swift files civil rights lawsuit alleging wrongful prosecution in wife’s death
David Swift has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Dyer County, Sheriff Jeff Box, District Attorney Danny Goodman and multiple sheriff’s office investigators, alleging he was wrongfully prosecuted in connection with the death of his wife, Karen Swift.
Pope Leo suggests Christian leaders who start wars go to confession
Pope Leo XIV has suggested that Christian leaders who are responsible for wars should go to confession, without naming any conflict or individual specifically.
Old Dominion shooter left federal prison early after completing drug treatment program
Court documents show the man who opened fire in a classroom at Old Dominion University had previously been convicted of aiding a terrorist organization.
LIFELINE offers chance to win zero-turn mower for spring blood donations
LIFELINE is excited to partner with Bob’s House of Honda once again for an exciting spring promotion and give donors the chance to win a “MZ Magnum” Bad Boy Mower.
‘My heart goes out to the family’: 11-year-old accused of killing 5-year-old brother
Devastating and heartbreaking, words that carry so much weight. But still, it isn’t enough to accurately describe what a Colorado family is going through.
Second driver killed by falling tree on same roadway in less than a year
A driver traveling on a busy roadway in northern Virginia was killed after a tree fell on their vehicle Thursday morning.
Mugshots: Madison County: 3/12/26 – 3/13/26
The people in this gallery were booked into and/or released from the Madison County Jail between 5 a.m. on 3/12/26 and 7 a.m. on 3/13/26.
DEVELOPING STORY: Accident shuts down traffic on Tennessee River bridge near Savannah
Accident shuts down traffic on Tennessee River bridge near Savannah
Green Acres Farm tulip season is here
Green Acres tulip
Iranian president lays out demands to end war
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke for the first time on Wednesday evening and laid out three demands towards ending the war.
Boys & Girls Club, Wellpoint unveil sensory center for kids in Jackson
The Boys & Girls Club of Jackson has partnered with WellPoint to open a new sensory center for children.
Inmate uses ‘sheer strength’ to twist and break out of handcuffs, sheriff’s office says
An inmate used their “sheer strength” to twist and break out of handcuffs, according to authorities.
Statue unveiled in National Mall depicts Trump and Epstein as Jack and Rose from ‘Titanic’
A new statue depicting President Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein as characters from “Titanic” popped up in the National Mall on Tuesday.
New report breaks down franchise trends in Tennessee
The 2026 franchising economic outlook shows Tennessee is one of the top states for franchise growth.
ROTC students at Old Dominion subdued and killed the shooter who killed 1 person, wounded 2
One person was killed and two people were injured Thursday morning when a gunman opened fire at Old Dominion University’s Constant Hall.
Local law enforcement searching for man in Huntingdon area
Police are searching for a man they say is on foot in the Huntingdon area.
JPD highlights domestic violence resources after 3 of 5 homicides linked to abuse
Since January 2026, the Jackson Police Department has investigated five homicides in our community. Out of the five, three were related to domestic violence.
MIDDAY GUEST: Evolve Boutique
Nicollin Harris, owner of Evolve Boutique, joined our show Thursday to talk about the grand opening for the business's first physical storefront on March 21.
MIDDAY GUEST: Dyersburg State Community College
Dyersburg State Community College joined our show Tuesday to talk about an exciting event bringing musicians together called "Big Band Day."
Mom arrested after child missed 13 appointments for complications from brain surgery, police say
Police in Louisiana arrested a woman who is accused of medically neglecting her young child.
Toyota announces recall of 550,000 vehicles for seatback issue
Toyota is recalling more than 550,000 vehicles because of a seatback issue.
33 Buc-ee’s locations receive ‘F’ rating from Better Business Bureau
Nearly three dozen Buc-ee’s locations have received an “F” rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Mugshots: Madison County: 3/11/26 – 3/12/26
The people in this gallery were booked into and/or released from the Madison County Jail between 12 a.m. on 3/11/26 and 11 p.m. on 3/12/26.
‘Keep Jackson Beautiful’ prepares for week-long Spring cleanup effort
'Keep Jackson Beautiful' spring clean-up effort
State Games of Tennessee returning to Jackson this summer
The State Games of Tennessee are returning to Jackson this summer, with athletes of all ages and abilities welcome to compete.
‘Unbelievable’: 18-year-old car wash employee credited with stopping ax-wielding man
An 18-year-old employee at a car wash in Florida is being credited with taking down a man armed with an ax.
Toyota Tennessee donates $100K for new STEM lab at Jackson Central-Merry Early College High
Toyota Tennessee has donated $100,000 to build a new STEM lab at Jackson Central-Merry Early College High School, expanding the company's EM² Institute program for high school students.
Newbern City Library renovation underway, reopening expected in October
The Newbern City Library is entering an exciting new chapter as construction and renovation efforts are officially underway to create a modern, accessible facility designed to better serve the community for generations to come.
Samaritan’s Purse seeks volunteers after winter storm damages Corinth and McNairy County communities
Samaritan's Purse has been working in Corinth and McNairy County for more than a month following a winter storm that left families without water or electricity and caused damage to roofs, driveways, and yards.
Jackson man charged with first-degree murder after woman found dead during welfare check
A Jackson man is accused of killing his girlfriend and then calling police to report her unconscious.
Gibson Electric scam warning: Member loses $280 to fake TVA/Gibson Electric phone number
A Gibson Electric cooperative member lost $280 to a phone scammer after finding a fraudulent 1-888 number online that claimed to represent "TVA/Gibson Electric," the cooperative said Wednesday.
5 indicted in Dyer, Lake County child abuse and neglect investigation
The West Tennessee Violent Crime and Drug Task Force (WTDTF) has announced the indictments of five individuals in connection with an ongoing investigation into aggravated child abuse and or neglect in Dyer and Lake County.
Priest faces $500,000 in fines for feeding homeless amid lawsuit
A Florida priest has racked up more than $500,000 in fines for continuing to feed the homeless after the area around his church was rezoned more than a decade ago.
Spectrum launches gigabit broadband, mobile, tv and voice services in Gibson and Henderson counties
Spectrum announced the launch of Spectrum Internet, Mobile, TV and Voice services to more than 1,780 homes and small businesses in Gibson and Henderson counties.
Veteran, 83, fighting for his life after suspect pushes him, another man onto subway tracks
Police in New York City have a person of interest in custody after two men were pushed onto the subway tracks. One of the victims, an 83-year-old veteran, was injured so badly he is on life support.
David Nabors announces candidacy for sheriff of Hardeman County
David Nabors, a seasoned law enforcement professional with over a decade of experience, officially announces his candidacy for Sheriff of Hardeman County.
Rep. Chris Todd proposes legislation to eliminate time changes in Tennessee
State Rep. Chris Todd, R-Madison County, has proposed legislation to end semiannual time changes in Tennessee.
Mugshots: Madison County: 3/10/26 – 3/11/26
The people in this gallery were booked into and/or released from the Madison County Jail between 5 a.m. on 3/10/26 and 11 p.m. on 3/11/26.
Lifeline Blood Services invites donors to annual ‘Luck of the Irish’ Blood Drive
Lifeline's 'Luck of the Irish' Blood Drive
Dyer County home boarded up after court declares it a public nuisance
This afternoon, the Criminal Investigation Division of the Dyer County Sheriff’s Office and deputies carried out a court order to board up a residence in Dyer County that has been declared a public nuisance by Dyer County Circuit Court Judge Mark Hayes.
About 140 US troops injured, including 8 severely, during Iran conflict, Pentagon says
The Pentagon said Tuesday about 140 U.S. service members have been wounded in the conflict with Iran.
King Baba’s restaurant closing after parking lot violence
King Baba's on Old Hickory Boulevard will close its doors following two violent incidents in the restaurant's parking lot, the owner announced on Facebook this week.
NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite will crash into Earth Tuesday or Wednesday
NASA says it’s highly unlikely anyone will get hurt when a 1,300-pound spacecraft crashes into Earth soon.
THP warns of scam texts claiming unpaid traffic tickets
The Tennessee Department of Safety and Tennessee Highway Patrol are warning Tennesseans about new scam text messages claiming recipients have an "unpaid traffic ticket" and threatening their driving privileges.
Nurse fired after viral video saying she hopes Karoline Leavitt suffers ‘fourth-degree tear’ during childbirth
A nurse at a Florida hospital was fired after a viral video showed her wishing health complications on White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt during childbirth.
TN bill barring landlords from prohibiting guns in rental properties passes, heads to Gov. Lee’s desk
A bill that would bar landlords from prohibiting tenants from keeping firearms in their rental homes, apartments or vehicles on leased property has passed in the legislature and now heads to Gov. Bill Lee’s desk.
Air Evac Lifeteam adds second helicopter in Jackson to serve rural West Tennessee
West Tennessee just got a major boost in emergency coverage. Air Evac Lifeteam is adding a second medical helicopter in Jackson to serve Madison County and nearly 20 surrounding rural counties.
