NWS offers storm prep tips for Severe Weather Week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Over the past three years, the United States has averaged around 1,300 recorded tornadoes each year and multiple flash floods. Samantha Brown, with the National Weather Service in…
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Summit to address education in Jackson on March 4
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The WestTeach Program is hosting a summit in Jackson in March. Photo ID: Dr. Charley Deal, vice chancellor for University Advancement, welcomed guests to the West Tennessee Education Summit in 2020. Pictured on…
Jason Martin makes run for Tennessee governor
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new candidate put his name on the ballot. Jason Martin, a critical care doctor, is officially running for Governor of Tennessee. Martin says his main goals are getting public education fully funded, updating marijuana laws,…
DOD confirms death of Waverly Airman in Africa
WAVERLY, Tenn. -- The Department of Defense says a Tennessee Airman died in a non-combat incident in Africa The DOD says Staff Sergeant Dennis F. Melton, 27, of Waverly, died on Feb. 18 at the Nigerien Air Base 101 in…
New toy store opens in northeast Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A blast from the past is closer than you think. A toy store has opened its doors in the Hub City! Replay Toys is a nostalgic toy store that offers vintage to modern toy collectibles for…
Community surprises local cancer survivor who uplifted healthcare workers
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local man was greeted in a special way by those he impacted. "It got to the point we loved seeing him, he always had a great smile…
Baby supply giveaway to be hosted on Tuesday
RIPLEY, Tenn. -- A baby supply and product giveaway will be hosted in Ripley on Tuesday. Save the Children Lauderdale County is partnering with Mother to Mother out of Nashville for the event, which will provide baby and childcare items…
Art of bird-watching comes to Jackson library
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local library helped residents look to the sky. The Jackson Madison County Library hosted an event Saturday morning to introduce the residents of Jackson to bird-watching. Shayne Plunk, an…
Exotic Pet Expo wraps up last day
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Lizards, monkeys, and spiders, oh my! The Exotic Pet Expo is wrapping up their last day with some unique sales. The Exotic Pet Expo is back and visitors can see all types…
Racers gather to reminisce and remember those lost
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A group of racers gather to remember the "Glory Days." Today was the 6th Annual Racers Reunion. Drag racers from across the Jackson area met at VFW in North Jackson to…
Shiloh offers special ranger-led hike
SHILOH, Tenn. --- A local park plans a special ranger-led hike. According to a news release from Shiloh National Military Park, a special ranger-led hike will take place on Saturday, February 26 from 10:00 a.m - noon. The event entitled,…
Jackson TN Exotic Pet Expo Returns
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fairgrounds is hosting the Jackson TN Exotic Pet Expo this Saturday and Sunday. Breeders from all over the world came to show and sell exotic pets to the residents…
Make-A-Wish Foundation grants the wish of a local boy
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Saturday evening, the Make-A-Wish Foundation granted the wish of Samuel Grapes. His father, Joe Grapes says he’s ecstatic that his son's wish was able to come true. “So today, Make-A-Wish…
HOTWORX offers the Hub City a new workout
JACKSON, Tenn. --There's a new way to break a sweat in the Hub City. HOTWORX held its grand opening this morning in North Jackson. This is the first location in the city. The…
Community gathers for a history lesson: Seven Pillars Memorial
JACKSON, Tenn. --Community members meet to learn more about a local monument. "Today, we are recognizing the individuals that were placed at the Seven Pillars Memorial Monument at Shirlene Mercer Park. Bishop Isaac…
