West Tennessee high school with only on-campus planetarium, re-opens
SELMER, Tenn.--A local school now has bragging rights to be the only high school in West Tennessee with a planetarium on campus. The domed, 360 degree, 4D viewing theater has made…
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Large crowd attends Jackson Sings The Gospel Concert
JACKSON, TN-- Friends and family gathered at the Jackson sings the gospel concert Wednesday to hear music from some of the best southern gospel groups. The gospel concert has been up and running…
What's New Wednesday: Total Fitness Kickboxing
Hannah Wright says she started kickboxing in middle school. "I was a really angry middle-schooler. I was really angry. I played sports a lot and I needed another outlet," said Wright. Her outlet…
There will soon be a new sheriff in town for Hardin County
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- After almost three decades as sheriff of Hardin County, Sammy Davidson will retire this year, leaving Hardin County residents with a major decision. Who will…
Broadband grant brings high-speed internet across Hardeman County
TOONE, Tenn. -- Residents in Hardeman County will now have a chance to have internet access county-wide after a grant from the state. "So this is a big day for Hardeman County to partner with Aeneas and the state of…
Replicas of Columbus' Nina, Pinta ships open for tours in Hardin County
COUNCE, Tenn. — West Tennesseans now have a chance to step back in time and experience being on board two replicas of Christopher Columbus' ships. "For the last 10 years,…
Investigator with West TN public defender's office faces marijuana charges
TIPTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- An investigator with a West Tennessee public defender's office is facing drug charges. On Feb. 13, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation began investigating Brent Chunn, 40, on allegations that he was involved in the purchase of…
Deputies search for inmate who left work detail in Gibson County
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Sheriff's Office is searching for an inmate who walked away while working with a litter crew Wednesday in Dyer. David Curtis Madding, 34, originally from Union City, is described as a white…
Local shoppers can win gift cards in 'Shop McNairy' contest
SELMER, Tenn. -- Get ready to show off your selfie skills. "This is our third annual Shop McNairy Photo Contest," McNairy Chamber Director Katie Weatherford said. The McNairy County Chamber is…
Brownsville residents pack City Hall demanding answers about city funding
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Community members in Brownsville were able to voice their concerns Tuesday regarding city funding. The mayor and board of aldermen mentioned nothing in the meeting about the…
Early voting gets underway across Tennessee this week
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.--Early voting across Tennessee will begin this Friday, July 13. For early voting in Madison County, you can vote from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturdays at the…
Local church hosts community prayer meeting
JACKSON, Tenn.--Community was the theme of a prayer meeting in Jackson Tuesday evening. Hosted by the Campbell Street Church of Christ and held at Conger Park, families from surrounding areas came…
Local NAACP chapter hosts candidates forum
HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn.--Candidates in one West Tennessee County had a chance to meet with the community Tuesday. The Bolivar-Hardeman County Branch of the NAACP hosted their first community meeting at Bolivar…
Education Committee talks school safety
JACKSON, Tenn.--Members of the Jackson-Madison County Education Vision Committee gathered at they're monthly meeting to discuss school operations and plans for the upcoming school year. The committee discussed improving school maintenance…
TBI breaks ground on new facility in Madison County; honors fallen agent
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation broke ground Tuesday on a new laboratory and regional headquarters in Madison County. "We welcome this new state-of-the-art facility to Madison County and…
