Hundreds of students receive free shoes
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Something as small as a brand new pair of shoes can mean the world to someone who doesn't have any. The organization Samaritan's Feet shared that feeling with students at…
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Aspiring health professionals gather for HOSA competitions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hundreds of aspiring health professionals were at Jackson State Community College this week for their Health Occupations Students of America competitions. "We have over 60 competitions here. These students…
One person arrested after robbery in Henderson
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Henderson police say one person has been arrested in a connection to a robbery that occurred on Frankie Lane in Henderson. Around 10 p.m. Thursday, January 2, officers responded to a report of an armed robbery on…
Sheriff's office confirms body found after Sunday fire
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Henry County Sheriff's Office has confirmed a body was found Wednesday after a fire on Whitlock Road on Sunday. Investigators say human remains believed to be the homeowner, Charles Garfinkel, were found in the home.…
Person of interest sought in thefts from liquor store
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying a person of interest involved in a theft at a local liquor store. According to a news release, the thefts were reported at Midtown Wine and Spirits on…
Lane College leaders want former Lincoln Elementary School building
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local college leaders have their sights set on acquiring a nearby vacant school building. "Lane College has a strategic plan that involves having a more significant impact on east…
Education Vision Committee holds first meeting of the year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Education Vision Committee meeting held Tuesday included a continued discussion of agenda items from Monday's work session meeting. Interim Superintendent Ray Washington briefed members about the timeline for the…
Hearing held for man charged with indecent exposure
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man facing four counts of indecent exposure was in court Tuesday. Joshua Horne was arrested on December 27 after witnesses said he exposed himself to children at two different…
TDEC raises awareness about radon, offers test kits
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is raising awareness of the dangers of radon gas. Gov. Bill Lee has proclaimed January as Radon Action Month. Radon is the second…
12-year-old becomes mayor for a day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A 12-year-old's good deed put him in a very high position Tuesday. Last month, Taeshon Curry shopped with a cop through the local Boys and Girls Club. Instead of picking out presents for himself, he bought gifts…
Madison County mayor speaks at Jackson Exchange Club meeting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Exchange Club held its first meeting of the new year Tuesday. Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris spoke to the club about the state of the county. He says…
Man sentenced to six years in 4-year-old's death
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man convicted of killing a toddler in November appeared back in court for his sentencing. Darwin Reid was convicted in November of criminally negligent homicide and child abuse and…
Trials in medical professionals' opioid cases set to start next month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One of the top stories of 2019 was the massive federal investigation that led to the arrests of doctors and medical professionals across West Tennessee. Nearly nine months after multiple…
Students present recycling project ideas to Jackson mayor
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students at Northeast Middle School welcomed a special guest Tuesday. Jackson Mayor Scott Conger met with a small group of Northeast Middle School Academic Academy students from the environmental science…
Tennessee legislators meet with constituents for lunch and forum
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee legislators meet up and hear out constituent concerns. "I'm very excited to talk with the mayors and other folks from our communities about the concerns they have with state government, and even some federal issues came…
