Fired Alamo police officer arrested again after February indictment
DYER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A fired Alamo police officer who already has been indicted in Crockett County finds himself in more trouble. This week, Marcus Parr was arrested in Dyer…
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National fishing tournament reels in big money for Henry County
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Hundreds of anglers are hitting the waters this weekend in a unique fishing tournament. It's the biggest showdown in competitive kayak fishing and a chance for new anglers…
TBI: Shelby Co. sighting was not Amber Alert subjects
SHELBY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says a reported sighting in Collierville was not the subjects of a statewide Amber Alert. A sighting reported Thursday in Collierville was not Tad Cummins and Elizabeth Thomas, according to…
Man charged with killing TBI agent waives case to grand jury
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The man charged with killing Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Agent De’Greaun Frazier appeared Thursday in Jackson City Court. Brenden Burns waived his right to a preliminary hearing, sending his case to the Madison County grand jury. Attorney…
Jackson Christian first private school in state to earn AdvancED STEM certification
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Christian is the first private school in the state to receive AdvancED STEM certification. From left: Director of Academics Lisa Hickerson, STREAM Director Deanna Reid, Dr. Larissa Henderson and Catherine Prentis with…
Gov. Haslam announces reward in 2016 killing of West Tenn. woman
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Gov. Bill Haslam has announced a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction in the beating death of a 72-year-old cancer patient in West Tennessee. In a statement released Wednesday, Haslam's office said…
Head administrator of West TN State Veterans Home leaving, taking new job in FL
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.-The head administrator for the West Tennessee State Veterans Home is leaving at the end of the week. Greg Turnbo has been at the facility since 2006. He is leaving to take the job as administrator at another facility…
Decatur Co. residents prepare for another round of storms
DECATURVILLE, Tenn-- The roar of chainsaws filled the air as a residents along Brooksie-Thompson Road in Decatur County clear debris. "It happened so quick I don't know what happened," long-time resident Jimmy…
Daybreak Toastmasters Club celebrates joining The Chamber
JACKSON, Tenn.-The Daybreak Toastmaster Club held a ribbon cutting in north Jackson, Wednesday. The club has joined The Chamber to get their club's name in the public's ear. The Toastmasters help people…
Daughters of the American Revolution honors area veterans
JACKSON, Tenn.-The members of the local Daughters of the American Revolution honor veterans Wednesday afternoon in Humboldt. Members of DAR were at the West Tennessee State Veterans Home in Humboldt to recognize…
Man arrested, accused of having marijuana in his vehicle
HUNTINGDON, Tenn.-Huntingdon police arrest a wanted man, accused of having more than 50 grams of marijuana in his vehicle. Officers said they spotted Adrian Nesbitt after he pulled into the Walmart parking…
Gibson Co. first responders may lose jobs
TRENTON, Tenn. -- At the end of 2017, funding from a federal grant will end, leaving the Gibson County fire chief concerned whether first responders in the department will be…
JSCC hosts job fair to aid student, community employment
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College hosts a job fair for students and community members ready to put their education into action. "This event is about students' futures as well…
Runners gear up for Andrew Jackson Marathon this weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Runners will travel to Jackson this weekend for the 45th annual Andrew Jackson Marathon. This year, the course takes runners through a different part of the city. Bill…
Police say 'Blue Lives Matter' phone scam hits Milan
MILAN, Tenn. -- Milan police are warning residents about another scam in Gibson County. A few residents in Milan have received calls from a scammer saying they were collecting donations for officers hurt in the line of duty. According to complaints,…
