Madison County

'Ballads and Boots' held in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Symphony hosted a special night that was full of music and food. The Jackson Symphony held its second annual Ballads and Boots. Four number one hit songwriters came from Nashville to perform at the…

Audtions to be held for 'Footloose'

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Ned has announced auditions for an upcoming performance of "Footloose." The Ned says actors in grades seven and up are encouraged to come try out on March 30 and March 31 at 4:30 p.m. "Footloose" is…

Jackson mayoral candidates attend first debate

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A mayoral debate was held in the Hub City, allowing candidates the chance to make their voices heard. News Talk 96.5's Dan Reaves moderated the debate Thursday at North Side High School. They were asked various…

Go Red for Women held in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual event was held in the Hub City to raise awareness for the number one killer of women: cardiovascular disease. The American Heart Association hosted the 2023 West Tennessee Go Red for Women event at…

JTA budget topic of discussion at Thursday meeting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson's Budget Committee met Thursday morning. Among the topics discussed was the Jackson Transit Authority. According to city council member Paul Taylor, JTA over-budgeted the city's commitment and over-budgeted their passenger revenues to the…

Local college launches 'Go Green' Tour

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is meeting with prospective students across West Tennessee to showcase their different programs and to award scholarships. The "Go Green Tour" is providing up to $10,000 in scholarships as they visit 10…

Rudin pleads guilty to charge in opioid investigation

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A former physician involved in a massive federal opioid investigation has entered a guilty plea. Andrew Rudin appeared before Judge J. Daniel Breen at the U.S. District Court in Jackson on Wednesday. Court records show that Rudin…

Toyota Boshoku facility in Jackson to expand, add to workforce

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A major expansion is moving into the Hub City.   Automotive parts supplier, Toyota Boshoku Tennessee, LLC will be investing $54 million in metal stamping manufacturing operations. “This marks another significant milestone for our company. This expansion…

GALLERY: Jackson dog show begins, to continue into weekend

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Dog handlers and breeders from all across the nation are competing in the Hub City. Thursday marked the first day of the dog show in Jackson. This competition is being held at the Jackson Fairgrounds, which…

1 dead, 1 arrested after fatal shooting in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting from Wednesday night. According to JPD, around 8:55 p.m. on March 22, officers were dispatched to the 100 block of West Deadrick…