Luggage drive being held for foster kids
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local group is helping children in the foster care system in a unique way. The Haywood Leadership Class of 2023 is hosting a Luggage Drive to collect people's…
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COVID-19 vaccine to be available one-day a week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department is adjusting their hours for COVID-19 vaccinations. The department says effective next week, they will only be giving COVID19 vaccinations on Fridays for all age groups. The vaccine is recommended by…
FHU gains new music staff member
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University has a new staff member. According to a news release, Dr. Michael Yopp has been hired to serve as an associate professor of music and as the director of FHU’s new jazz ensemble. Yopp is…
Walk With Ease coming to a close
JACKSON, Tenn. -- When it comes to exercising, a lot of people would rather workout with a friend. The South Jackson Community Center began a new program on February 6 called Walk…
Bill would allow vote regarding alcohol in several counties
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Do you live in Henry, Benton or Hardeman counties and want to change your city's laws regarding alcohol? You may soon get to cast a vote on the matter. Tuesday, in the Tennessee House, legislators passed a…
Crime Stoppers 03-15-23
Crime Stoppers needs your help identifying two thieves who went to Lowe’s and stole a $800 motor bike. They went outside, cut the cable holding the mini bike, load it in the back of their car, and drove away. Would…
Community event to address fentanyl crisis, offer Narcan training
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A "crucial community event" is coming up to help spread awareness and educate residents. I.C.A.R.E. is hosting "Fighting Fentanyl Together" on Monday, March 20. The event will be an informational seminar focused on raising awareness and educating…
Police: Employee injured in Walmart stabbing, suspect in custody
UPDATE (3/20/23): Court records reveal details in north Walmart stabbing JACKSON, Tenn. -- Authorities confirm a person was injured in a stabbing at a local store. According to the Jackson Police Department,…
Women's History Month • Week 3
Dr. Sandra Dee MD, FACC Occupation Cardiologist at The Jackson Clinic and Fellow in the American College of Cardiology What's new at the Cardiology Dept. at The Jackson Clinic? The Jackson Clinic is growing to meet the patient demand for…
Jackson native Larry Lowrance announces run for Jackson City Council seat
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson native has announced he will run for Jackson City Council. Larry Lowrance made the formal announcement at Rock-n-Dough Pizza in downtown Jackson Tuesday. Lowrance, who is…
Local group learns of Jackson's utility history
JACKSON, Tenn.--One group took a look at the history of the Hub City in a new way Tuesday. The Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society met to learn about Jackson's utility history. At…
Advocate discusses bill allowing open carry of long guns
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee state legislators proposed a law that could affect concealed carry laws. According to the West Tennessee Director of the Tennessee Firearms Association, Richard Archie, House Bill 1005 and Senate…
Authorities seek man charged with kidnapping
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Local authorities are in search of a man who is suspected of kidnapping. Dyersburg police are looking for a man who is suspected of kidnapping a woman and holding…
1 escapee found, 2 others on run from Wilder Youth Development
FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Fayette County Sheriff's Office says two 17-year-olds are on the run. Tuesday, the sheriff's office confirmed that three escaped from the Wilder Youth Development on Saturday. One has been taken into custody with the help…
2023 Officer of Year named on Tuesday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local club has named an Officer of the Year for his commitment to serving and protecting. The Jackson Exchange Club held a meeting at the…
