HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- A local school is breathing a sigh of relief. At Carroll Academy, Executive Director Randy Hatch says they've been on a shoestring budget for years, doing just enough to get by. But thanks to Gov. Bill Lee…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Bethel University is entering the eSports arena. The university announced Thursday it will be adding an eSports team, joining 14 other Mid-South Conference schools in offering the program. “We are excited about bringing one of the fastest…
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Weakley County Schools are celebrating a big accomplishment, especially during a pandemic. "Every day, we have been in school, face to face, with our students," said communications director Karen Campbell. So Friday, on the last day…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library and City of Jackson have applied for an AARP grant to help senior citizens stay connected with friends and family. The Facebook portal is a tablet with a 10-inch screen, which would allow…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed four new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 11,454. Those new patients range in age from 27-years-old to 60-years-old. There…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Symphony was on the move again Thursday evening, with their brass quintet popping up a mobile stage in Chester County. The group played at the…
CAMDEN, Tenn. -- A three day extravaganza is coming to West Tennessee. Bo's Extravaganza, hosted by several organizations in Benton County, will include concerts, car shows, and a boat parade. Special…
MEDINA, Tenn. -- Thursday afternoon, students at South Gibson Elementary got some payback on their principals. Principal Billy Carey and assistant principals Margaret Deloach and Kevin Painter all got…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The state of Tennessee is making it easier to find volunteers, or to volunteer yourself. Volunteer Tennessee and first lady Maria Lee announced the launch of the Tennessee Serves Network on Thursday. The network connects volunteers centers…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new federally funded program could help you or your family save some money. The Emergency Broadband Benefit program -- the EBB -- has nearly $3.2 billion to assist…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Dyersburg State Community College President Karen Bowyer is retiring after 37 years. The college made the announcement Thursday in a news release. Dyersburg State says its first female and third president will be retiring effective Dec. 31,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man suspected in a fatal shooting in January 2019 has been convicted of first-degree murder and a gun charge. According to a news release, 25-year-old Elijah Garrison, known as "Evil," was sentenced this week following a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local children's hospital is now enrolling kids in an antibody trial. In the wake of COVID-19 vaccinations being distributed to children around the U.S., Le Bonheur Children's…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- One family effected by epilepsy is looking for solutions. "You don't know how long 30 seconds is until your witnessing your child have a seizure," said Katie…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Carroll County man has been sentenced to federal prison for possession and distribution of child pornography. William Farrell Russell, 47, was sentenced to nearly 21 years in prison, according to a news release from the District…
