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Storms cause flooding to homes, roads

FRIENDSHIP, Tenn. -- A residence in a local town is dealing with flooding, but not just from Thursday's storms. Rick Sims' home in Friendship was surrounded by water, and he says this isn't the first time. He says water…

Lights, Camera, Fashion Show held in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Communities from across West Tennessee came together to raise money for a good cause. The My Best Friend Jenna Bridal Shop in Jackson hosted their annual…

Some roads damaged near Friendship

FRIENDSHIP, Tenn. -- Storms from last night left many roads damaged. At Jack Pence Road near Bradford, the road is currently closed due to a pipe burst. Debris could be seen…

Federal Reserve official visits Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- One university welcomed a prominent financial leader to speak to several guests about the future of our economy. Union University partnered with the Jackson Chamber of Commerce to welcome Jim…

Several projects get grants to preserve history

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Several locations across Tennessee are getting grants to preserve history. According to a news release, $8.7 million in Tennessee Historic Development Grants are going to renovating and preserving historic buildings. The projects include $400,00 for Somerville &…

Jackson Christian Theatre to bring 'Little Women' to stage

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Christian School Theatre program is announcing their spring production. Jackson Christian Theater will bring "Little Women" to stage this April. The story, written by Louisa May Alcott, is a coming-of-age tale that follows four sisters…

Crime Stoppers Scam Call Safety Tips

Crime Stoppers needs your help capturing the sneaky perps behind scam calls. Everyday it seems, our citizens have become the victims of scams. Now, these scams aren’t for a few hundred dollars. Oh no. It’s thousands of dollars. Most of…

Groups to hold free EKG screenings students

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two groups are coming together to ensure heart health for local students here in Madison County. Friends of Heart is partnering with a nonprofit from Florida called Who…

Bill regarding drag shows spurs debate in state capitol

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- On Tuesday, those for and against legislation regarding drag shows in Tennessee gathered in Nashville. Opening the discussion of House Bill 9, Rep. Chris Todd discussed amendments to the bill and what his goal was in crafting…

Update given on new Interstate 69 in West Tennessee

UNION CITY, Tenn. -- There is an update on a road construction project that could impact West Tennessee. The Tennessee Department of Transportation's Community Relations Officer, Nichole Lawrence, spoke on Wednesday…

Woman of the Year named in the Hub City

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rotary Club nominated a new Woman of the Year: Elaine Christian! Christian is a board member of the Jackson-Madison County Public Library Foundation and…

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