City of Milan unveils new mural near downtown
MILAN, Tenn. -- The City of Milan has a colorful new display that helps mark part of the city's growth. "Not only are we celebrating the new mural in Milan today, but this really…
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Experts offer tips to help keep your air conditioner running all summer
TRENTON, Tenn. -- With temperatures in the mid 90s and heat indices hitting 105 this week, your air conditioning unit will be working overtime. "The main thing we see is people neglecting their…
Flash flooding impacts Jackson area; fire dept. deploys boat for rescues
Floodwaters cover part of Vann Drive near Innsdale Cove in north Jackson. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Flash flooding Wednesday afternoon has affected several areas in Jackson. The National Weather Service has issued a…
Jackson police investigate parking lot hit-and-run
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police are investigating a hit-and-run that happened last month at Casey Jones Village. Police say surveillance video from June 25 shows a Ford truck hitting a vehicle parked at the car charging station. Police say the…
Love's Travel Stops will establish Milan facility, create up to 80 jobs
MILAN, Tenn. -- State and company officials announced Wednesday that Love's Travel Stop will create a tire retread and distribution facility in Milan. The company will invest $8.8 million and create up to 80 jobs, according to a news…
Willie Nelson, Alison Krauss to perform at Ballpark in September
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Country music legend Willie Nelson and multi-award winning singer Alison Krauss will perform in September at the Ballpark at Jackson. The Jackson Generals announced the concert Wednesday. The concert is scheduled for Sept. 17 as part…
TDOT: Lane closures will affect traffic on North Highland Avenue at I-40
JACKSON, Tenn. --The Tennessee Department of Transportation will enforce lane closures on North Highland Avenue at Interstate 40 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m beginning Wednesday, July 10. "So as you can tell…
1 person drowns in Beech Lake Tuesday evening
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Officers from the Lexington Police Department have confirmed a 29-year-old man drowned around 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in Beech Lake. Divers can be seen from West Tennessee Dive Team at Beech…
TWRA hosts Chronic Wasting Disease community workshop
SELMER, Tenn.--Community members gathered at a workshop Tuesday night to learn more about a deadly deer disease. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency hosted a workshop for community members in Selmer tonight to learn more…
Local officer takes on the 'Git Up Challenge'
MILAN, Tenn. -- It seems like every summer there's a new dance craze, but you'll want to "git up" for this latest dance challenge. Sung by artist Blanco Brown, the "Git Up"…
New laws set to affect Tennessee public schools
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee legislature passed hundreds of bills relating to schools in recent months, with topics ranging from vaping, to school bus security, and more. One new law will require teachers to…
Friends of Heart helps put new technology in Gibson Co. ambulances
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local nonprofit makes a life-saving and heart-healthy donation. Friends of Heart, a nonprofit started by West Tennessee Healthcare, aims to help heart patients all over the region…
Texas man sentenced to life in meth conspiracy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Texas man is sentenced to life in prison after investigators say he was part of a large methamphetamine trafficking organization. Rolando Lopez, 58, was charged with conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. In a news release, the U.S.…
WBBJ-TV adds national anthem to daily morning broadcasts
JACKSON, Tenn. -- WBBJ-TV has joined a growing number of networks around the country in adding the national anthem to the beginning of our broadcasts each morning. "The Star-Spangled Banner" was…
North Side, South Side stadiums expected to be completed by football season
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Football season is about to kick off in West Tennessee, but two teams are waiting on their new stadiums. "I've seen a lot of progress the last couple of weeks," South Side High School head football coach…
