Local warming shelters, safety tips to know ahead of winter storm
To help prepare you and your loved ones, we've created a list of tips and local warming shelters to know about ahead of the extreme winter weather conditions.
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Madison County Sheriff's Office warns public of sophisticated scam
The Madison County Sheriffs Office is warning residents about a new and highly sophisticated scam targeting individuals in Madison County and surrounding areas.
USJ named to 2025 AP School Honor Roll
The College Board announced that the University School of Jackson (USJ) has been named to the 2025 Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) School Honor Roll, earning Platinum distinction.
Jackson Fire Department urges residents to practice fire safety during winter, ice storms
With the likelihood of winter and ice storms impacting our area, JFD is reminding residents that severe cold and power outages can significantly increase the risk of fires and carbon monoxide poisoning.
Fire fatality reported in Hardin County
On January 20, 2026, at approximately 10:30 pm, emergency responders were dispatched to a reported structure fire at 70 Dixie Drive in Savannah, TN.
MIDDAY GUEST: Valentine's Scholarship Dinner & Gala
Dr. Samuel Carney joined our show to share details on the Jackson Tennessee Alumni Chapter of Tennessee State University National Alumni Association's 10th Annual Valentine's Scholarship Dinner and Gala.
BCES disables disconnects ahead of extreme winter weather
Due to the potential for extreme winter weather and freezing temperatures next week, BCES Pay As You Go and traditional disconnects will be disabled from Monday, January 26 through Sunday, February 1, and will resume on Monday, February 2.
City of Jackson announces emergency plan for freezing weather days
The City of Jackson will extend emergency services for freezing weather days.
tnAchieves celebrates community businesses opening their doors to students for job shadow days
tnAchieves is celebrating its fall Job Shadow Days and thanking the community partners who opened their doors to students.
House Republicans begin push to hold the Clintons in contempt of Congress over the Epstein probe
House Republicans are starting a push to hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
Avive Solutions, Friends of Heart host first Care Team Roundup event
Friends of Heart partnered with Avive Solutions and their "4 Minute Community" program to host the first Care Team Roundup, Tuesday evening.
Essential items to have ahead of weekend winter storm
Now's the time to stock up on winter storm essentials, if you haven't already.
Voices of Savannah to open warming shelter Thursday
Voices of Savannah has announced that it will be opening its warming shelter this Thursday.
Former teacher to serve 2 years at 100% after pleading guilty to sexual battery involving a minor
Stephen Stokes of Benton County was sentenced Tuesday regarding a charge of sexual battery involving a minor.
Winter prep tips: Staying safe and warm ahead of extreme weather
Many West Tennesseans are excited for the incoming snowy season, but are you really prepared for the freezing cold temperatures?
