Madison County residents get their votes in early
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Residents of Madison County are heading to the polls to get their early votes in. Early voting for the Madison County primary began Wednesday morning. Before heading to cast…
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THP troopers to receive sensory-inclusive training
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol is moving to train its troopers to become sensory-inclusive. According to a news release, THP has partnered with the non-profit KultureCity to train troopers on four factors when it comes to those with…
Delta Dental offering free mouthguards to Tennessee athletes
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- One organization is wanting to keep the mouths of our state's athletes safe. Delta Dental of Tennessee says that a new initiative is meant to encourage the use of mouthguards by athletes of every age and ability.…
Cody Nance meet & greet to kickoff PBR ticket sales
PARIS, Tenn. -- Fans will have the chance to meet Cody Nance at a special event in Paris this weekend. A meet and greet will be held for Nance at Trolingers BBQ on Saturday, April 16 from 10 a.m. to…
Church services canceled - April 13, 2022
The following is a list of local churches that will not be holding services on Wednesday, April 13 due to the potential for severe weather. Malesus Baptist Church (480 Old Malesus Road, Jackson) Meridian Baptist Church (161 Harts Bridge Road,…
School early dismissals - April 13, 2022
Some schools in the West Tennessee area will be dismissing early on Wednesday, April 13 due to the potential for severe weather. Bradford Special School District Schools dismiss at 2 p.m. Crockett County Schools Schools will dismiss at 12:45 p.m.…
City opening severe weather shelter at Civic Center on Wednesday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Carl Perkins Civic Center will serve as a severe weather shelter on Wednesday afternoon. The City of Jackson is opening the center to residents seeking shelter amid a…
Dresden residents anxious ahead of potential storm
DRESDEN, Tenn. -- Four months after the town of Dresden was struck by a tornado, there could potentially be more severe weather heading their way. "There's a high feeling of anxiety and…
Congressman visits Humboldt for art show
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- One West Tennessee high school student's art work will soon be on display for everyone to see. Tuesday evening, U.S. Congressman David Kustoff hosted an in-person Congressional Art Show and reception at the West Tennessee Regional Art…
Presentation teaches listeners to trace their ancestry
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Members of the the Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society met Tuesday evening at the Jackson-Madison County Library in downtown Jackson. Guest speaker Ricky Long presented a program titled "Estates: Hidden Clues in Grandpa's Will." The program offered…
40 local students graduate from Leadership University program
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to a news release, 40 young leaders have graduated from the Leadership University program. The 10-month program helps empower local leaders in the community, whether they…
Weakley County Courthouse to be opened as storm shelter
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Due to the potential storms on Wednesday, a local courthouse will be serving as shelter. Weakley County Emergency Management says the Weakley County Courthouse will be open from 4:30 p.m. until 11 p.m. as a storm…
UT Martin hosts 'I Heart UTM' week
MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin is hosting its eighth “I Heart UTM” week. The week gives the UT MArtin community the chance to express pride and provide community support with prizes, freed food, and more. UT…
Falcon Ridge Farms hosts Easter egg hunts
TOONE, Tenn. -- Each year Falcon Ridge Farm hosts an Easter egg hunt on the farm. Visitors get to bump along on a hay ride to the bunny patch, where kids can hunt for thousands of prize-filled eggs. They can…
Free American Sign Language classes to be held at library
JACKSON, Tenn. -- You have a chance to learn sign language. In partnership with Jackson Center for Independent Living, this month the Jackson-Madison County Library will be hosting American Sign Language basic classes each Tuesday at 11 a.m. The classes…
