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Jackson Police investigate rollover crash in West Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Police have confirmed a rollover crash that occurred Friday evening in West Jackson. Police say the crash happened on the U.S. 45 Bypass near Old Hickory Boulevard around 4 p.m. Friday. Investigators also say injuries have…

Tax-free weekend kicks off in Tennessee

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The tax-free weekend is kicking off with shoppers flying to the stores in search of bargains and to avoid paying sales tax. Starting Friday, people across the state made their way to stores to save a little…

Decatur Co. Sheriff's Office sells military equipment

DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local sheriff's office is selling military equipment to make money. "A lot of people are under the misconception that I'm buying this stuff," said Decatur County Sheriff Keith Byrd. "I'm not buying this stuff. It's…

Driver arrested after leading police on pursuit

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Police were involved in a pursuit of a driver Friday night in East Jackson. Jackson Police say they attempted to stop a driver around 9:20 p.m. Friday on a traffic charge. Investigators say the driver did…

Local Navy veteran posthumously honored for service

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Navy crew member from Jackson is posthumously honored more than 70 years after losing his life while serving his country. The family of Seaman First Class James Cunningham of Jackson is receiving the Purple Heart on…

Local 4-H members celebrate Beef Month

CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Chester County Livestock 4-H Club members celebrated Beef Month Friday at the Henderson Farmers Market. "When they come here, they can learn OK, this is where my food comes…

Update on the recall of JMCSS school board member

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school board member faces a petition that could remove her from her position. "I really don't understand why there's a petition against me," said JMCSS school board member Doris Black. "I could understand if I…

Jackson-Madison Co. "Fabulous Feud" to be held Saturday

JACKSON, Tenn.-- Get ready for the "Fabulous Feud"! The game show fundraiser will be held Saturday at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. Greg Hammond and Sarah McClain will host "Make Me a Deal," and Steve Beverly is scheduled to host…

UPDATE: Suspect in custody after chase in Carroll County

UPDATE: A suspect is now in custody after a chase Friday near Cedar Grove. The man was spotted by a resident on Terry Road and taken into custody by a deputy, according to Director of Public Safety Walter Smothers. Smothers…

Hospitals continue to close across Tennessee

Tennessee -- As hospitals across the state continue to close, many are looking at their options for health care in rural communities. In a conference call Thursday, three Tennesseans who are dealing with the effects of hospital closures across the…

Henry Co. Medical Center hosts Safe Kids Day

HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Children across West Tennessee received free school supplies and safety tips in Henry County Thursday afternoon. This year's Safe Kids Day was hosted by the Henry County Medical…

Local teachers encourage students in community

HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- Local school teachers are leaving the classroom and going into neighborhoods to get students excited for the school year. "Just felt the need to get out and meet the…

New teachers welcomed to JMCSS

JACKSON, Tenn. -- More than 100 teachers are joining the Jackson-Madison County School System. Wednesday was the first day of school for teachers. "This is the beginning of that preseason period where new…

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