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Local firefighters prepare for winter house fires

JACKSON, Tenn.-- During the cold weather local firefighters often see an increase of house fires. "People trying to stay warm is probably the most dangerous thing that we have that happens during this extreme weather," said Battalion Chief Randy Hayes…

UPDATE: Gibson EMC says power restored following ice storm

UPDATE: As of 6:10 p.m., Gibson EMC says all power has been restored. “We sincerely appreciate our members’ patience and understanding as we have worked to restore electric and fiber service,” said Dan Rodamaker, President and CEO.  “We’re hoping there…

Homicide of 32-year-old woman under investigation

WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Police are investigating the homicide of a 32-year-old woman in Weakley County. Weakley County investigators have charged two suspects in the disappearance and homicide of Mandy…

Tyson to host meal giveaway in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tyson Foods is helping feed the community with a giveaway on Saturday. Tyson says it will be disturbing 180,000 meals from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday. The meals will contain a variety of chicken and…

Music ambassadors sought in the Hub City

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Want to tell the world about the sounds of Jackson? Visit Jackson, TN now has the opportunity for you! Visit Jackson, TN is seeking music ambassadors for its Jackson Hidden Tracks Crew. The goal of the music…

UT Martin, TCAT Crump sign into new partnership

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin and Tennessee College of Applied Technology Crump have a new partnership. From UT Martin: Dr. Keith Carver, chancellor of the University of Tennessee at Martin, and Stephen…

Discovery Park to remain closed Saturday due to weather

UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Discovery Park of America says it will be closed on Saturday. The park says it will be closed due to inclement weather that hit West Tennessee. Discovery Park has been closed since Thursday. The park says…

'The Seven Pillars' program moved to Feb. 19

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library has rescheduled one of its programs. The program titled The Seven Pillars has been moved to Feb. 19. The event will still feature Angela Nelson Parks, Tony Black, Tina Mercer, and others as…

Texas Roadhouse to hold nationwide fundraiser Monday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Texas Roadhouse is holding a national fundraiser to support the American Tinnitus Association. Texas Roadhouse says it will be donating 100% of its profits on Monday, Feb. 7 to the ATA in honor of the company's founder,…

Weakley County Sheriff's Office investigates homicide

WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Weakley County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide. According to a news release, on Wednesday, Jessica Rena Thompson reported her niece, Mandy Noe, missing at the Weakley County Sheriff's Office. According to the investigators, it…

Greenfield church to hold giveaway on Saturday

GREENFIELD, Tenn. -- A church in Greenfield is hosting a free giveaway. First Baptist Church is planning to give away baby supplies, toiletries, household items, cleaning supplies, bottled water and food, and more. The giveaway will begin at 10 a.m.…

Paris musical to demonstrate African-American musical history

PARIS, Tenn. -- A hometown production is taking the audience through the history of spiritual songs and dance. The production "We've Come A Long Way" will go through the history of African-American songs and dances in America, and all the…

Business Closures -- 2/4/2022

The following businesses are closed or have a change of schedule for Friday, Feb. 4, 2022: Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department and Convenience Centers Jackson-Madison County Library (Opening at 12 p.m.)

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