Tennessee bill would require public schools to teach the Bible
A proposed state bill introduced earlier this year would require public schools across Tennessee to teach the Bible in a literary or historical context.
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Jackson City Council: Great Wolf Lodge update, Chick-fil-A road improvements, street renaming
The Jackson City Council met Tuesday for its regular monthly meeting, addressing road improvements near a new Chick-fil-A, an amended contract tied to the Great Wolf Lodge project, a street renaming and salary votes.
5 charged in Henry County drug bust
Five individuals were charged following a drug bust in McKenzie on February 26.
Jackson-Madison County Library to reclassify dozens of books after board meeting
The Jackson-Madison County Library Board met Feb. 25 to address several book reconsideration forms the library received, with library director Dinah Harris presenting findings and asking the board to consider a new parental permission policy.
Large police presence seen at Hollywood 16 Cinema in Jackson
Jackson police, and other first responders, are currently on scene at the Hollywood 16 Cinema located at 575 Vann Dr. Certain areas have been blocked off.
Lexington High School teacher arrested after alleged altercation with student
A Lexington High School teacher was recently arrested and placed on administrative leave after an alleged assault against a student, according to a booking report from the Henderson County Sheriff Department.
Jackson police arrest suspect in fatal shooting of Schuyler Taylor
The Jackson Police Department has announced an arrest in connection with the fatal shooting of Schuyler Taylor, which occurred in early January.
Daycare employee charged with assault following child abuse investigation
An employee at an Obion County daycare is behind bars following reports of a child abuse incident.
Madison County Fire responds to residential fire on Ashport
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. - The Madison County Fire Department responded to an early morning fire on Tuesday, March 3. According to Madison County Fire, a 911 call came in at approximately 5:30 a.m. regarding a residential fire. The house was…
U.S. Army veteran offers insight on Operation: 'Epic Fury'
Veteran offers insight into Operation: 'Epic Fury'
Volunteer Firefighter Week: How local volunteers improve response times across Madison County
Tennessee is observing Volunteer Firefighter Week, recognized every first full week of March, and the Madison County Fire Department is among those marking the occasion.
Jackson residents weigh in on U.S. strikes against Iran
Residents in downtown Jackson shared mixed reactions Monday to the ongoing military operation against Iran, with many saying they want more information about the U.S. involvement in the conflict.
National competition offers Gen Z entrepreneurs $25,000 and a live pitch opportunity
A new national competition is giving Gen Z entrepreneurs a chance to submit their ideas as part of America250's commemoration of the nation's 250th anniversary.
Scammers targeting consumers with fake TV, internet and phone service offers
Scammers are targeting consumers with fake offers for discounted TV, internet, and phone services, but there's a major red flag.
