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U of M Lambuth Campus introduces new recreation director

This video is no longer available. WEST JACKSON -- The University of Memphis Lambuth campus is welcoming a new leader for its newly renovated recreation center. Michael Stackens is settling in as the new campus recreation supervisor. Stackens' new position…

Jackson man accused of bribing witness appears in court

DOWNTOWN JACKSON -- A man who police say attempted to bribe a witness appeared Friday in court. Tarius Taylor was contacted by a Madison County inmate earlier this month and asked to convince a robbery victim to lie about the…

Humboldt police seek man in alleged domestic assault

This video is no longer available. HUMBOLDT -- Police in Humboldt need help finding a man who has been wanted for more than two months, accused in an aggravated domestic assault. Courtney Bushun Dickey, 36, has been on the run…

Man injured in Taser incident not able to appear in court

DOWNTOWN JACKSON -- A man injured after Jackson police apprehended him with a Taser while trying to take him into custody Tuesday did not make his scheduled court appearance Friday morning. Madison county jailers tell us Sontos Holmes still is…

Tennessee Education Lottery Educator of the Week: Brooks

This video is no longer available. DYER COUNTY, Tenn. -- It is now time to introduce you to this week's Educator of the Week from Finley presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Amanda Brooks' fifth-grade class shows a combination of…

Suspect shot by Madison Co. deputy

THREE WAY, Tenn. -- A deputy has shot a suspect in an incident in the town of Three Way in north Madison County, according to the sheriff's department. A second person has been taken into custody. The condition of the…

Lane College announces layoffs due to decreased enrollment

This video is no longer available. EAST JACKSON -- A dip in enrollment numbers has led to layoffs at Lane College, according to school officials. The job cuts were announced during a Friday morning meeting led by Lane College President…

Man injured by taser out of hospital, behind bars

This video is no longer available. NORTH JACKSON, Tenn. -- Madison County jailers say Sontos Holmes is out of a Memphis hospital and in their custody. Until Thursday night, Holmes' family said they didn't even know where he was being…

Alexander Elementary celebrates first ever Literacy Night

This video is no longer available. MIDTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. - It was a first for Alexander Elementary School, Thursday night. The school hosted Literacy Night for students and their families. The theme - food! School leaders said every grade level…

Decatur County will see wheel tax increase to save hospital

This video is no longer available. DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- Decatur County General Hospital will stay open, but cuts must be made. The hospital confirms it is cutting ten percent of its staff. County commissioners have also approved a first…

Accused gang member appears in court

This video is no longer available. DOWNTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. - A suspected Vice Lord street gang member who was arrested last month inside a home on North Fairgrounds Street returned to Jackson City Court, Thursday. Cedrick Woodruff appeared for his…

Crime Stoppers to reward students for tips about weapons, drugs

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.--With school campuses being the target of recent crimes, Crime Stoppers revives a campaign to make local schools safe. It is against the law to bring weapons and drugs on school property. “One…

Sheriff: Man shot three times will be charged

This video is no longer available. McNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- There is a new twist in Monday's McNairy County shooting investigation. McNairy County Sheriff Guy Buck says they will charge the man who was shot and not his estranged wife…

Horseback riders saddle up for St. Jude Trail Ride

This video is no longer available. ALAMO, Tenn. -- Cowboys and cowgirls in West Tennessee saddled up Thursday for a good cause. Horseback riders participated in the 16th annual Buck Creek St. Jude Trail Ride in Crockett County, a volunteer-based…

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