School Board approves 'Vision 2020' plans involving school closures
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board made a decision Thursday night on a final Vision 2020 plan. The board's two votes closes five of the district's 27 schools…
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Runners help Santa with 'Stuff the Sleigh 5K Run'
MILAN, Tenn.-A group of West Tennessee children will have a Christmas to remember this year thanks to the Milan Fire Department and a whole lot of runners. The department held its fourth annual 'Stuff the Sleigh 5-K', which raises money for…
JSCC to offer installment payments for tuition
JACKSON, Tenn.-Jackson State Community College said starting this spring, it will offer students the option to pay their tuition in installments throughout the semester. The new tuition payment program spreads out the tuition over four…
New graduates for 'Leadership Jackson'
JACKSON, Tenn.-The newest class of Leadership Jackson has officially graduated. The three month program, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce gives class members the chance to visit community landmarks, and meet with area leaders. They also…
First Pres. Church, Jackson added to Nat'l Register of Historical Places
JACKSON, Tenn.-A Jackson landmark now has a place on the National Register of Historic Places. The Tennessee Historical commission made the announcement, Thursday. First Presbyterian Church's complex including the Chevy Chase House are among three additions to…
THP out to save lives with 'seat belt blitz'
JACKSON, Tenn.-A warning from the Tennessee Highway Patrol as they are cracking down on drivers in hope of saving lives. Starting Friday, the THP will perform a 'seat belt blitz' in the Jackson district. That means troopers will…
Southern Assn. of Colleges , Schools put UTM on probation
MARTIN, Tenn.-Bad news for the University of Tennessee at Martin. School officials confirm it has been put on probation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, which is in charge of accreditation. In a statement,…
New director takes reigns of Brownsville chamber
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- After nearly six months of vacancy, the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce director position has been filled. Steve Hilton has accepted the job and already has a few plans to make changes.…
West Tenn. university gets national recognition
JACKSON, Tenn.,--A west Tennessee university gets national recognition. From factors like academics, financial aid and alumni success, collegechoice.net listed the 50 best Christian colleges and universities in the country. Union University is ranked…
Crockett Christmas Store provides bright holiday for local kids
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Residents of a local county are doing all they can to ensure that kids living in the area have a wonderful Christmas. The Crockett Christmas Store is a program designed to…
Hope Recovery Center in Medon gets debt-free home thanks to community
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Members closest to the work of the Hope Recovery Center in Medon received keys to a new, debt-free home. Contributed by local businesses who worked together to raise more than…
Accused gunman in deadly convenience store shooting to undergo mental evaluation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The suspect in a deadly November shooting inside a west Jackson convenience store returned to court Thursday. A preliminary hearing for Urshawn Miller was scheduled for Thursday afternoon but instead of moving forward, Miller's attorney…
Candidates file to run for Madison Co. Commission seats, other offices
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Looking ahead to Super Tuesday this March 10, candidates filed to run for five separate positions in Madison County on Thursday. Up for grabs are three county commission seats — seat…
Man faces false report charge after gunshot wound claim
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man appeared Thursday in city court on accusations of telling police he'd been shot by another man when he'd accidentally shot himself, according to court papers. Antwon Watford is charged with…
Vision 2020 proposed school zone maps
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board is expected to make a final vote on Vision 2020 on Thursday. The following links show revised school zone maps proposed by Vision 2020. Proposed elementary school map Proposed high school…
