Deputies: Two arrested on felony drug charges
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn.-The Henry County Sheriff's Department said they have made two arrests that are believed to be part of a large drug ring. Officers said they served a search…
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Royal Christmas party at Rockabilly Hall of Fame
JACKSON, Tenn.-Saturday, music history makers will be in the Hub City for a royal Christmas party. The Internationally Rockabilly Hall of Fame will induct drummer Carl Griffin of the group 'The Ace Cannon Band' to its list. In his 57-year-career, Griffin…
Author dedicates book to residents of Paris, France
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn.-Inside a West Tennessee classroom Friday, a new holiday, gift and tribute, starts on the pages of a new children's book. Copies of "Journey of the Paper Heart" were given out…
‘Imagination Library’ celebration Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn.-'Imagination Library' has been a part of Madison County for 10 years and on Saturday, you can join the celebration. Casey Jones Village will host the anniversary celebration from 9…
Bethel Springs holds Christmas parade
McNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- For the first time in three years, Bethel Springs will hosted a Christmas parade Friday night. The event was held to bring the community together and bring Christmas spirit to…
Madison Co. jailer reportedly back at work after being attacked by inmate
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Officials with the Madison County Sheriff's Department say a jailer was attacked Wednesday night by an inmate inside the Madison County Jail. They would not release the name of the…
Lexington police search for park vandals
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The search is on for vandals responsible for thousands of dollars in damages at Lexington's Guy B. Amis Park. The Lexington Police Department shared photos of the damage. Officers call it…
UTM officials suspect reporting issue as cause of probation
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Leaders at UT Martin have shed a little more light on why the university has been placed on probation by the Southeast Association of Colleges and Schools, which controls accreditation…
Miss. man wanted in West Tenn. is arrested
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Mississippi man wanted for multiple armed robberies and vehicle thefts in two West Tennessee counties is behind bars. Henderson County deputies say Thomas Collums stole several pick-up trucks…
Runners help Santa with ‘Stuff the Sleigh 5K Run’
MILAN, Tenn.-A group of West Tennessee children will have a Christmas to remember this year thanks to the Milan Fire Department and a whole lot of runners. The department held its fourth annual 'Stuff the Sleigh 5-K', which raises money for…
JSCC to offer installment payments for tuition
JACKSON, Tenn.-Jackson State Community College said starting this spring, it will offer students the option to pay their tuition in installments throughout the semester. The new tuition payment program spreads out the tuition over four…
New graduates for ‘Leadership Jackson’
JACKSON, Tenn.-The newest class of Leadership Jackson has officially graduated. The three month program, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce gives class members the chance to visit community landmarks, and meet with area leaders. They also…
First Pres. Church, Jackson added to Nat’l Register of Historical Places
JACKSON, Tenn.-A Jackson landmark now has a place on the National Register of Historic Places. The Tennessee Historical commission made the announcement, Thursday. First Presbyterian Church's complex including the Chevy Chase House are among three additions to…
THP out to save lives with ‘seat belt blitz’
JACKSON, Tenn.-A warning from the Tennessee Highway Patrol as they are cracking down on drivers in hope of saving lives. Starting Friday, the THP will perform a 'seat belt blitz' in the Jackson district. That means troopers will…
Southern Assn. of Colleges , Schools put UTM on probation
MARTIN, Tenn.-Bad news for the University of Tennessee at Martin. School officials confirm it has been put on probation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, which is in charge of accreditation. In a statement,…
New director takes reigns of Brownsville chamber
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- After nearly six months of vacancy, the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce director position has been filled. Steve Hilton has accepted the job and already has a few plans to make changes.…
Crockett Christmas Store provides bright holiday for local kids
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Residents of a local county are doing all they can to ensure that kids living in the area have a wonderful Christmas. The Crockett Christmas Store is a program designed to…
Hope Recovery Center in Medon gets debt-free home thanks to community
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Members closest to the work of the Hope Recovery Center in Medon received keys to a new, debt-free home. Contributed by local businesses who worked together to raise more than…
Accused gunman in deadly convenience store shooting to undergo mental evaluation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The suspect in a deadly November shooting inside a west Jackson convenience store returned to court Thursday. A preliminary hearing for Urshawn Miller was scheduled for Thursday afternoon but instead of moving forward, Miller's attorney…
Candidates file to run for Madison Co. Commission seats, other offices
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Looking ahead to Super Tuesday this March 10, candidates filed to run for five separate positions in Madison County on Thursday. Up for grabs are three county commission seats — seat…
Man faces false report charge after gunshot wound claim
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man appeared Thursday in city court on accusations of telling police he'd been shot by another man when he'd accidentally shot himself, according to court papers. Antwon Watford is charged with…
Vision 2020 proposed school zone maps
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board is expected to make a final vote on Vision 2020 on Thursday. The following links show revised school zone maps proposed by Vision 2020. Proposed elementary school map Proposed high school…
‘Vision 2020’ debate continues as vote approaches
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In less than three days, the Jackson-Madison County School Board is expected to vote on "Vision 2020." But on Monday night, board members seemed to be unsure whether they could make that big decision. It was standing-room…
Holiday season launches with annual Jackson Christmas Parade
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The holiday season was officially ushered in Monday night in the Hub City with the annual Jackson Christmas Parade. Thousands lined the street to see and hear the sounds of the season. Marching bands, colorful, festive floats…
RIFA parters with Union University for holiday portraits
JACKSON, Tenn. -- RIFA took time to bring families together with a smile and some Christmas cheer. Saturday, the sevent annual 'Help Portrait' day provided free photos for local families in need. RIFA, along with student photographers from Union University,…
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Discovery Park of America celebrates its 500,000th visitor
[gtxvideo vid="6kMWkdgc" playlist="" pid="OTSe9U1y" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/6kMWkdgc.jpg" vtitle="Discovery Park 500,000”] UNION CITY, Tenn. -- The 500,000th visitor walked through the doors of the Discovery Park of America Saturday afternoon. With a celebration, CEO of the park, Jim Rippy, welcomed guests Ashleigh Hartman,…
