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1 person charged following Aug. 7 shooting near Whiteville

HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn. -- One person is facing charges after a deadly shooting. A news release from the Hardeman County Sheriff's Office says one person was shot near Whiteville on Aug. 7. Investigators say the victim was able to…

Henry County Schools unveils STEM Career Cruiser

HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local school system is implementing a new career service for youth in the community. As part of their career related programs, Henry County School leaders have designed a science, technology, engineering and math cruiser…

Silver Alert issued for Frank Freyrer, 78, in Chester County

CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued a Silver Alert. The TBI says 78-year-old Frank Freyrer went missing from Chester County on Wednesday. The TBI says a medical condition may prevent him from returning without help.…

Local school system closes due to high COVID-19 cases

CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn.-- A West Tennessee school system is having to make adjustments due to COVID-19. Those adjustments were discussed during a meeting Tuesday night, bringing school leaders and parents together.…

New football field unveiled at Henry County High School

HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Henry County High School's new football field is in the final stages of construction. Head Football Coach James Counce says it's been long awaited. "We're very excited," Counce said. "Obviously, it's been a long time…

West Carroll closed to students for remainder of week

CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- The West Carroll Special School District announced Tuesday that students will not return to classes for the remainder of the week. The closure runs from Wednesday, August 18 to Friday, August 20. Director of Schools Preston…

Jackson Fire Department to welcome new upgrades

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fire Department is getting three new upgrades. In two weeks, the department will be receiving three new fire trucks, called pumpers. Deputy Chief Don Friddle says…

TWRA, UT hosting CWD meeting in Lexington

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and University of Tennessee plan to host a public meeting about chronic wasting disease. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 24 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Henderson County…

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