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University offers free tuition to Carroll County residents

MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Bethel University's College of Professional Studies is offering free tuition to Carroll County residents. Bethel says this will begin immediately, and gives county residents the chance to one course toward select associate and bachelor’s degree programs. “These…

Local hospital rated "A" for safety

HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- Baptist Memorial Hospital in Carroll County has gotten an "A" rating. The Leapfrog Group awarded the hospital the rating for safety for its protection of patients from harm in 2022. “An ‘A’ Safety Grade is a tremendous…

27 schools recognized for STEM/STEAM efforts

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Schools across Tennessee are being recognized. According to a news release, 27 schools received the Tennessee STEM/STEAM School Designation for 2022. Schools for STEM include: Barret's Chapel School, Memphis-Shelby County Schools Black Fox Elementary School, Murfreesboro City Schools…

North Side High School's Class of 2022 graduates

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4V9qFxCEgw JACKSON, Tenn. -- Seniors in the 2022 class of North Side High School walked across the stage Tuesday evening for graduation. Commencement was held at the Oman Arena. And for those who could not attend in-person., the ceremony was…

Committee looks at Madison County's future budgets

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Budget Committee met to discuss a few concerns on Tuesday. The committee is still having difficulty getting in property tax numbers, but has hopes of them coming in by the end of the…

3 McKenzie women arrested on drug, weapon charges

MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Three McKenzie women have been arrested on drug and weapons charges, according to a news release. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, 56-year-old Demetria Strayhorn, 27-year-old Herivia Strayhorn, and 30-year-old Wynter Strayhorn were all taken…

Inaugural Women Veterans Day set for June 12

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Inaugural Women Veterans Day has been set for June 12 of this year! The event is being hosted by the Jackson-Madison County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Keynote speaker for the day is…

New juvenile detention facility discussed on Tuesday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Property Committee met Tuesday to discuss topics, one of which was plans for a new juvenile detention facility. Committee Chair Jason Compton says the plans are in…

Chester County Sheriff's Office warns of recent spike in thefts

CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Chester County Sheriff's Office is warning of an increase in catalytic converter thefts. According to the sheriff's office, there have been several reports of the thefts recently in Chester County. They say catalytic converters are…

Local vocalists sought for historic Bicentennial performance

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local voices continue to be recruited for the Jackson Madison County Bicentennial Choir. The choir will be part of the Bicentennial Grand Finale Weekend, featuring 12-14 songs with a historical focus. The performance will take place on…

Students put "I" in KIND in Union City

UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Students heard a message that will make the world a better place. Carrie Willis is a first-grade teacher at Union City Elementary School and she is the current International United Miss Tennessee. She used her…

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