McKenzie mayoral candidates interview for 2022 election
Two candidates are in the running for mayor of McKenzie: Current Mayor Jill Holland and her opponent, Ryan Griffin. When asked about what experience they had, they said: Jill Holland "Well,…
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Voting rally held to encourage participation in election
JACKSON, Tenn. -- On Thursday, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People held an early voting rally. The president of the Jackson-Madison County Chapter, Harrell Carter believes every vote will…
Jackson Rockabillys share excitement for 2023 season
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rockabillys are prepping for a big season in the 2023 Summer League. This will be the first summer collegiate team to be in Jackson. President and CEO…
2 arrested for fatal shooting at Rodeway Inn; 3rd suspect wanted
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department confirms two people have been arrested in connection to a fatal shooting at Rodeway Inn. According to JPD, 32-year-old James Brown and 20-year-old Keyanna Massengill were taken into…
Group organizes "Before Thanksgiving" dinner
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thanksgiving is coming early to the Jackson community thanks to organizers connected to the GT Productionz. This community gathering hopes to bring a family-style meal to those who…
Ninja Warrior Hangout builds up to grand opening
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new local business is preparing for its grand opening. Ninja Warrior Hangout celebrated Thursday with a ribbon cutting. They will be helping people of all ages…
City of Jackson announces 2 people hoping to fill empty council seat
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has received two resumes so far to fill an empty seat on City Council. This comes after the resignation of Ernest Brooks, II, who served as the District 3 Councilman. The city says…
Sign-ups open for two annual pageants
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Two annual pageants are set to be held in mid-November, and they need contestants. Bethel University says it is hosting the Miss Bethel University Volunteer and the Miss Carroll County Volunteer pageant on November 19. Those looking…
Winter care packages distributed to senior citizens in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jacksonians are taking steps to take care of senior citizens in the community. Owner of Floral Cakes Bakery, Genevieve Dupree, along with several local businesses in Jackson, gave…
City of Paris to host Christmas Open House this weekend
UPDATE (11/04/22): The 615 House Concert featured during the event has been rescheduled to Saturday, November 12 at 6 p.m. on the courthouse steps due to threat of inclement weather. The Christmas Open House will continue as scheduled. PARIS, Tenn.…
Milan 21-year-old dies in wreck involving school bus in Dyer County
DYER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol confirms one person died in a wreck involving a school bus in Dyer County. According to THP, the wreck occurred around 7 a.m. on Wednesday, November 2, near Hogwallow Road and Jones…
Company tests autonomous electric vehicle in West Tennessee
SELMER, Tenn. -- On October 27, a freight mobility tech company called Einride tested their freight vehicle in a West Tennessee town. Einride is a company that created an autonomous, electric…
$1.2 billion Powerball brings out players
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A house, a car, pay off a loan, the possibilities are endless after Wednesday's Powerball numbers. You can play the lottery anytime, but it is not everyday when the…
More available houses helps out buyers in housing market
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Over the past two years, the housing markets have hit historical lows and highs in the number of houses sold and average prices. This was the beginning of what many…
Early voting turnout high, says location election offices
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With only one day left of early voting, time is winding down for you to cast your ballot to beat the Election Day rush. At the Madison County…
