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Suicide prevention fundraiser to be held in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local musician is hosting an event for suicide prevention. Tosh Newman, a country music singer and songwriter, is hosting a fundraising event at Hub City Brewing Friday night. The event will not only raise funds for…

Bells restaurant total loss after early morning fire

BELLS, Tenn. -- Early on Tuesday morning, a call was made concerning a beloved restaurant in Bells, Tennessee: Bob's Burgers. "Upon arrival, we found heavy smoke coming from Bob's Burgers," said…

New field manager named for Jackson Rockabillys

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local summer baseball team has announced their first manager. The Jackson Rockabillys introduced their inaugural field manager, former Major League Baseball player Matt Franco, Tuesday morning at the…

UTM to host annual Civil Rights Conference next month

MARTIN, Tenn. -- A local university is preparing for a month full of events. The University of Tennessee at Martin will host the 23rd Annual Civil Rights Conference in February. According UT Martin's website, the yearly event aims to "broaden…

Applications open for Sue Shelton White Scholarship

JACKSON, Tenn. -- An opportunity for financial assistance is being offered for some local students. Madison Area Democratic Women (MADW) announce applications are now open for the $2,500 Sue Shelton White Scholarship. A news release states the scholarship is in…

Two schools host open houses

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two schools in the Jackson-Madison County School System held open houses Monday night. Jackson Central-Merry Early College High School held their open house, giving future students and parents a chance to see what the school has…

Authorities investigating fire in vacant home

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Authorities are investigating a fire at a home in the Hub City. Firefighters were called to a house fire on Daugherty Street in east Jackson. Authorities say it is a vacant home and no one was…

Haywood sheriff gives update on Britney Watson

SEE ALSO: Hearing reveals details in Watson murder case HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A missing woman's body has been identified. Kevin Watson turned himself in on Friday after evading police for almost a week, and he was charged with the…

Events this Week in West Tennessee: Jan. 23-29

Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Note: LIFELINE Blood Services has announced an urgent need for blood donations. Click here for mobile blood drive locations this month.…

JPD investigating shooting on Idlewild Street

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on Idlewild Street in east Jackson. Sunday evening, officers responded to a call of gunshots in the area. When they arrived on scene, they found an individual with…

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