JMCSS votes on charter school's second application
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School System held a specially called board meeting to discuss and vote on the ACE Charter amended application. This is the group's second attempt to…
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TBI, Jackson Fire seen on scene of east Jackson fire
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fire Department and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation responded to a fire in the Hub City. On Tuesday, there was a fire on East Chester…
Paris Police confirm person struck, killed by vehicle
PARIS, Tenn. -- The Paris Police Department confirms a pedestrian was killed on Tuesday. According to a press release, officers were on the scene Tuesday afternoon in downtown Paris, where a person was struck by a vehicle. The release states…
New, returning teachers welcomed back to school system
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Teachers received a warm welcome during an orientation in Jackson. The Jackson-Madison County School System welcomed new and old teachers with an orientation Tuesday morning. The event kicked…
JSCC down to three finalists in search for president
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State is down to three finalists in their search for a new president. Jackson State Community College says the search is down…
Hardin County man facing 20 years in prison
JACKSON, Tenn. – A Hardin County man is facing a minimum of 20 years in a federal prison. A news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office says that deputies in McNairy County attempted to arrest Patrick Dillon Butler, 30, for…
Jackson Christian School announces new staff hires
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Christian School announces four new hires to the school's staff. According to a press release, Jerry…
New ice cream shop opens in north Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new shop opened its doors in the Hub City. Happy Ice Cream offers a unique summer treat, Mexican-style ice cream and desserts. The dessert shop serves…
Tax free weekend set for July 28-30
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Summer is almost over and parents are preparing for back-to-school shopping. The traditional tax free holiday is only a few days away and parents can take advantage of…
Back-to-School Bash held in Crockett County
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Back-to-School Bash was held at the Crockett County Middle School Monday. The event was held with the goal of helping students and families prepare for the…
Week-long pageant begins this week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A week-long competition has kicked off with an introduction to a few of Jackson's city officials and leaders. The Jackson Lions Club and the Old Hickory Rotary…
Public asked to be on lookout for 2 escaped Carroll County inmates
UPDATE: Both have been captured, according to the TBI. EARLIER STORY: CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Carroll County Sheriff's Office is asking the public to be on the lookout for two escaped inmates. The sheriff's office says the two inmates…
Man given life sentence after murder of 19-year-old Patti Hathcock
Disclaimer: Some portions of this story may be disturbing. JACKSON, Tenn. -- The district attorney says a man has been given a life sentence in connection to the murder of 19-year-old Patti Hathcock. The news release says that Shawn Foutaine…
Two-vehicle wreck halts traffic on Highway 412
UPDATE (7/25/23): The Tennessee Highway Patrol confirms both drivers received non-fatal injuries in the collision. According to a preliminary report, around 11:20 a.m. on July 24, both vehicles were travelling on Highway 412 East and collided in the roadway. The…
Former teacher in Savannah stole from students' supply & locker rental fees, report shows
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- A former Hardin County Middle School teacher has been indicted for theft and official misconduct. According to the Tennessee Comptroller's Office, an investigation revealed that former English Language Arts teacher Amy McSwain stole at least $370 in…
