Semi-truck of toys heads for tornado-stricken Samburg
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A small idea got a big turnout after Tennessee Realtors brought Christmas to those in need. Tennessee Realtors launched a fundraiser to purchase a semi-truck full of toys…
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Organizations work to find shelter for the homeless
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Everyone is gearing up for the holidays, but some have been left with nowhere to go. Tennessee Homeless Solutions is partnering with other groups in West Tennessee in…
1 killed in fire on Brenda Lane in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Fire Department is investigating an overnight fatal fire. The department responded to a fire at 74 Brenda Lane just before midnight on Sunday. The single story brick house was on fire when the fire department…
Family continues search for missing 73-year-old woman
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A 73-year-old Kentucky woman is missing and her family says her last known whereabouts were in West Tennessee. "Since our family has reported her missing December 12th, we haven't…
TDOT to halt road construction for upcoming holidays
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Road construction won't delay travelers during the Christmas and New Year's holidays. The Tennessee Department of Transportation is once again halting all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways in anticipation of higher traffic volumes across…
Ninth-grader helps gather over 600 coats for local students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local ninth-grader is celebrating the most successful year of a community project she helped start in 2018. Jackson Christian freshman Ava Jerman was in the sixth grade when she noticed a need among fellow students. "I…
Local church hosts 60th annual Live Nativity
ALAMO, Tenn. -- There are many holidays during the month of December and the Alamo First Methodist Church is keeping the “Christ” in Christmas. “We come out here every year around…
Local church gets members in the holiday spirit
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Today First Presbyterian Church held their annual bell ringing concert. Guests got to enjoy a wide selection of Christmas music played by Kathleen Huneycutt and Cody Blue Miller. Christmas favorites like…
Trenton residents honor local veterans
TRENTON, Tenn. -- Trenton residents gathered to honor fallen American soldiers. Oakland Cemetery teamed up with Wreaths Across America to pay their respects to our fallen veterans. This is the second year that…
Jackson organization hands out holiday cheer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local group decided to start the holiday cheer a little early. The Jackson Elks Lodge #192 visited multiple homes today in hopes of spreading some Christmas joy. The vice president…
West TN high school spreads holiday cheer to veterans
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- A West TN high school is bringing Christmas cheer to area veterans. According to a news release received from Union City High School, students of English teacher Angelique Killebrew, are sending warm wishes to those…
Local band practices one last time before Rose Parade
MILAN, Tenn. -- One band is gearing up for a trip to California. The Gibson County mass band is practicing for the last time before their big performance at the annual Rose Parade. The band is made up of five…
Local organization fills baskets and stomachs for the holiday season
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Elks Lodge #192 is hosting their annual Christmas basket filling tradition that dates back to 130 years ago. “Packing up food for needy families and I think we're going to put together 192 boxes. And…
Jackson church fights hunger with mobile food drive
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the holidays upon us, one local church decided to give back to those in need. Maranatha 7th Day Adventist Church hosted a food drive today in hopes of giving back to the community. Church officials says…
Shiloh Nat. Military Park hosts Wreaths Across America ceremony
SHILOH, Tenn. -- Residents of West Tennessee gathered today to honor fallen heroes. Wreaths Across America hosted their 29th annual commemoration program at Shiloh National Military Cemetery and other national cemeteries across the…
