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Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo returns in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo is back. After cancellation last year, participants and attendees are excited for the return of the rodeo. The two-day event is a showcase for line workers across the Tennessee Valley to show…

73rd City Tennis Tournament continues into weekend

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jacksonians are grabbing their rackets for the 73rd annual City Tennis Tournament. The tournament is split into adults and juniors, and they can compete in single or a double competition. The tournament started Wednesday night and…

Fayette Ware High School locked down over fake photo

FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- Fayette Ware High School was placed into a lockdown on Friday due to a fake photo. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office says it was told of a social media post that allegedly showed a handgun and…

New Jackson Central-Merry to open Monday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The new and improved Jackson Central-Merry will see students roaming the halls starting Monday morning. Tina Mercer with Crocker Construction says this project has been three years in the making. And finally, the finished project is here.…

Westview Charger Band holds fundraiser

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The Westview Charger Band in Martin wants to fix you dinner! The band is traveling to Orlando, Florida in spring of next year. They will represent Martin and Weakley County by marching in the Disney parade. To…

Additional death, 264 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another Madison County resident has died due to COVID-19 complications. The health department confirms the individual was a 73-year-old man, who died on Sept. 11. A total of 270…

Residents dunk local mayor for a good cause

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local mayor is dunking for a good cause. Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris was dunked at the West Tennessee State Fair to help the South Side Baseball team raise funds. Those who participated would throw a…

Jackson-Madison County Library hosts family book club

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County Read Aloud Book Club was held Thursday at the downtown library location. The family book club is held every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. for kids and parents who want to explore different book genres. Each…

Operation leads to multiple arrests in Carroll County

CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- After more than a year-long investigation, Operation Thundering Justice has nearly come to an end. "There's hundreds if not thousands of man hours behind the indictments and arrests…

Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo to begin Friday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson has been chosen to host the 2021 Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo. A JEA news release says the rodeo will begin Friday with an opening ceremony at 1:30 p.m., followed by individual and senior events at 2…

Milan Special School District recognized as Reading 360 Model District

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Milan Special School District is among four other schools recognized as Reading 360 Model Districts. The Tennessee Department of Education says the schools have shown promising early literacy work. "Early literacy is the foundation for a student’s educational journey. We…

Chicken Shack aims for another sellout at fair

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Chicken Shack, a fair staple in West Tennessee, is working hard to fill your cravings. Early in the morning, the West Tennessee State Fairgrounds are quiet and empty. However, long…

Jackson selected for 'Love Your Block' grant program

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is getting a new grant. According to a city news release, Jackson is one of eight cities to be a part of the Love Your Block grant program. The city says the program…

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