Local News

Nelson Cunningham running for Gibson County mayor

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Nelson Cunningham is making a run for Gibson County mayor. Cunningham -- the founder of Green Valley Farms Nursery and Sod -- said in a Facebook post that the county has been his home for over…

Selmer man sentenced to 17 years in federal prison

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Selmer man has been sentenced to a little over 17 years in federal prison. A news release from the District Attorney's Office says Revosea Richardson, 27, was sentenced on Jan. 11 for conspiring with others to…

USJ to host open house on Sunday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- University School of Jackson is giving the public a chance to tour its grounds. The Schoolwide Open House is set for Sunday, Jan. 30 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The open house can help families learn…

Jackson State to eliminate over 20 positions by June

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is making a few changes. Jackson State is eliminating more than 20 positions by June of this year. The Jackson State President George Pimentel says they have seen a continual decrease since 2019…

Man receives 10 year prison sentence over firearm charge

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A 28-year-old man has received a 10 year sentence for possessing a stolen firearm. According to a news release from the U.S. District Attorney's Office, John Davidson Long was sentenced to federal prison for being a convicted…

Gary Pickens announces run for Madison County Mayor

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Gary Pickens announced he is a candidate for Madison County Mayor. Pickens is a lifelong resident of Madison County and says he wants to help lead the county to its full potential. He says with new exciting…

Free salt therapy sessions to be offered in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local business is offering a free service that may improve your health. Your Halotherapy, located inside Your CBD Store at 1081 Vann Drive in Jackson, will offer free salt therapy all month long in February. Salt…

2 burglary suspects arrested after vehicle strikes local business

MARTIN, Tenn. -- Two people suspected of burglary have been arrested after a vehicle struck a local business. According to the Martin Police Department, officers were dispatched to Martin Motors around 6:32 p.m. Wednesday. When they arrived, a 2006 Buick…

Open enrollment now available for JMCSS students

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school system is allowing students to broaden their education options. "Typically, a student has to attend the school inside the zone they live in, however, through open enrollment and…

Dead body found in local hotel

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A body is found inside a local hotel. Lexington police are investigating after reports of an unusual odor coming from a room at the Days Inn. Inside the room, investigators say they found a body. No other…

Chamber officials discuss how to grow the City of Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Members of the Jackson Chamber gathered Wednesday morning to discuss the growth of the city. Chamber officials say change has been constant, and they plan to keep innovating the city in hopes of increasing the quality of…

Gov. Lee addresses review of education funding

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee is addressing the fill review of education funding in the state. Lee stated: “Since last fall, thousands of Tennesseans have engaged with us to share how public school funding can better serve our students,…

City of Jackson hires new Recycling Coordinator

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Health and Sanitation Department has hired a new staff member. The former chair of Keep Jackson Beautiful, Robin Chance was hired as the new Recycling Coordinator. When asked what can residents expect from the new…

Weather

Spotlight

On Facebook