Report lists Jackson among top 40 safest cities in Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to new report from alarms.org, a few local cities are identified as the safest cities in Tennessee. If you live in Jackson, you are a resident of one…
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Hearing reset for man accused of waving gun in cemetery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man accused of waving a gun in a cemetery during a funeral service appeared Tuesday in court. David Wyatt's case was reset to 8:30 a.m. March 20. Wyatt's attorney…
Madison Co. Commission holds monthly meeting
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- County commissioners held their monthly meeting Tuesday where they appointed new members to the Agricultural Extension Committee and the Audit Committee. Chairman Gary Deaton said the county…
2 teens charged with filing false report in Humboldt school threat investigation
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Two teenagers are charged with filing a false report after police investigate an alleged threat of violence at Humboldt Junior/Senior High School. The information regarding an alleged threat began…
3 local restaurants cited for underage alcohol sales
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Representatives from Flatiron Grille, Outback Steak House and Don Pancho Mexican Restaurant appeared Tuesday morning before the Beer Board. They all face charges of selling alcohol to minors.…
JMCSS announces Teacher of the Year honorees
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System announced Tuesday their recognition of 23 outstanding educators. One was chosen from each of the district’s schools by a panel of fellow educators and co-workers, according to a release from the school…
Decatur Co. student suspended after threats
DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- Decatur County Sheriff Keith Byrd has confirmed a student has been suspended after making threats directed at other students. Byrd said deputies were at Decatur County schools Tuesday as a precaution after the student sent a…
Police investigate shots fired in east Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police have confirmed a report of shots fired Monday night in an east Jackson neighborhood. No injuries were reported. Police confirmed they received the call shortly before 7 p.m. and officers responded to 216 Roosevelt Parkway, near…
Pre-K registration begins for Jackson-Madison Co. School System
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Registration for the pre-kindergarten program of the Jackson-Madison County School System is officially under way. The registration begins Tuesday, Feb. 20, and ends May 23. To qualify for consideration…
Brownsville shaken by 2 weekend shootings; 8-year-old grazed by bullet
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Brownsville police are searching for answers after two shootings over the weekend happened only hours apart. Police confirm the violent weekend ended with an 8-year-old boy…
Asia Garden celebrates adopted children for Chinese New Year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Families in the Hub City came together Monday evening at Asia Garden restaurant to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Owners with the restaurant welcomed several families who have…
Jackson police investigate second fatal shooting within 24 hours
JACKSON, Tenn. — As Jackson police investigate the second deadly shooting within 24 hours, residents are left dealing with the shock. "We have too much violence in our city. Our teens need help, we need help," Junetta Tate said. It's a…
Forecast heavy rain brings flood concerns for Hardeman County
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- With the rain we can expect to see later this week, flooding is going to be a main concern. Severe Weather and Flood Preparedness Week starts Sunday…
ComeUnity Cafe hosts 'Lunch & Learn' about backyard chickens
JACKSON, Tenn. -- ComeUnity Cafe founder Amy Crenshaw hosted the cafe's third "Lunch and Learn" Monday, teaching residents about raising backyard chickens. Crenshaw says she and her staff believe in as much…
West TN Adopted Families group celebrates Chinese New Year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Every year around the Chinese New Year, the West Tennessee Adopted Families group comes to Asia Garden restaurant for a night of fellowship and good times. About 45 children,…
