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Toyota invests $17 million into Jackson plant

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Toyota has announced an additional $90 million investment for two of its U.S. manufacturing facilities. One of those happens to be the Jackson location, which will receive $17 million.…

Church raises funds for RIFA

JACKSON, Tenn. -- While many residents will be at home watching the big game this Sunday, volunteers from all over West Tennessee are going to be providing food for those in need. Fellowship Bible Church partnered with RIFA to help…

US Marshals: Men wanted out of state arrested in Union City

JACKSON, Tenn. -- U.S. Marshal Tyreece Miller says two men wanted out of state have been arrested. The Marshal's news release says 39-year-old Jeremy Rico Etheridge, who was wanted out of Indiana, and 64-year-old Eric Garrett, who was wanted…

TJ Kirk named VP of student services at FHU

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- TJ Kirk as been appointed to be vice president of student services at Freed-Hardeman University, according to a news release. The release says that Kirk earned a Bachelor of Science in education and a Master of Education…

Kerry Mallard sentenced to 40 years in prison

HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- After being found guilty of one count of sexual misconduct and 22 counts of aggravated sexual battery, a Henderson County man is given his sentence Friday. Kerry Mallard…

Healthcare job fair coming to Humboldt Feb. 14

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Area Healthcare Job Fair will be hosted in Humboldt on Monday, February 14. More than 20 companies are expected to participate. Applications will be accepted in person and preliminary interviews will be provided on-site.…

HOTWORX to hold grand opening in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new fitness studio with a unique twist is opening its doors in Jackson. HOTWORX, headquartered in Marrero, Louisiana, is described as the first ever 24/7 infrared fitness studio. It combines…

Local florists discuss impacts from flower supply issues

JACKSON, Tenn. -- After reports across the nation of flower supply shortages, we spoke with local florists to see if they have been affected. Kent Freeman, owner of J. Kent Freeman Floral Design, says this year has been more challenging…

Rise in domestic violence worries local leaders

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local organizations are seeing a dangerous issue increase. "Ranks up there as almost 50% of all of the crimes against persons that take place in Madison County, and that's pretty consistent throughout West Tennessee," said Jenci Spradlin,…

Haywood County School Board holds meeting

HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Haywood County School Board held their monthly meeting on Thursday. During the meeting, students talked about STEM programs and how the courses have helped them. They also awarded the Teacher of the Year for…

Jackson TGI Friday's celebrates delivery workers

JACKSON, Tenn. -- One restaurant is showing its appreciation and saying thank you. TGI Friday's dedicated Thursday to showing their appreciation to delivery workers. Delivery workers were able to show up in their work uniforms, or show their credentials, and…

Jackson-Madison school board votes on purchase of Oman Arena

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board approved a potential purchase. The school board voted to move forward with trying to acquire the Oman Arena on Thursday. School Board Chairman Pete Johnson says the motion now goes to…

Madison County Fire gives out free smoke alarms

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local fire station hosted an event to provide free smoke detectors for residents of West Tennessee. The Madison County Fire Department partnered with the Tennessee State Fire Marshal Office and the Red Cross to provide…

Henry County Helping Hand hosts annual auction

PARIS, Tenn. -- A local nonprofit is continuing a more than 44 year tradition to help raise funds. Henry County Helping Hand is hosting its annual auction that benefits over 80 organizations…

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