Camp takes kids on week-long tour of Bolivar
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- A local summer camp took kids on a tour of their city. "For the kids to understand the opportunities they have in the city and here in West Tennessee,"…
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'Crime in Tennessee' report shows statewide trends in 2020
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The COVID-19 pandemic caused workplaces, schools and other public buildings to close over the last year, but the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says the increase of people staying…
JMCSS hosting registration, community event this week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School System is hosting several events this week. Families can register for pre-K and drop off documents for pre-K students on Tuesday, July 20 and Wednesday, July 21 at JMCSS Central Office at 310 North…
First Friday Forum returning for Bicentennial celebration
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson will begin celebrating their bicentennial year in August with the return of the First Friday Forum. The forum will feature different speakers each month, discussing different programs over the next year, according to a news…
Memphis man indicted in fatal boat crash on Pickwick Lake
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Memphis man has been indicted on multiple charges following a crash at Pickwick Lake last summer. According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, 33-year-old Matthew S. Swearengen was indicted Monday by a Hardin County grand…
BradenHealth to acquire Decatur County General Hospital
DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- A late night meeting has decided the fate of a rural Decatur County hospital. The Decatur County Commission held a vote Monday night, approving BradenHealth's acquisition of the Decatur County General Hospital. “This has been a…
Debate continues over purchase of vacant bank in Chester County
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Chester County commissioners met to discuss some concerns, and one of them was regarding a vacant building. There is a continued debate between Chester County Mayor Barry…
Salvation Army hosts vacation Bible school
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Salvation Army of Jackson hosted its vacation Bible school for kids. Monday night was the first night for the VBS. Kids got a chance to learn about…
Sheriff's office investigating Friday night shooting
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office is investigation a shooting that occurred Friday night in south Madison County. Sheriff's Office Spokesman Tom Mapes confirmed the shooting happened in the 1200 block of Highway 18 around 5:45…
Officials given update on wastewater pipeline in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee officials gathered to share updates on the wastewater pipeline for the Memphis Regional Megasite. On June 8, Gov. Bill Lee made the announcement that he is moving forward…
Milan Schools aim for semi-normal school year on Aug. 4
MILAN, Tenn. -- The Milan Special School District is preparing to send students back to the classroom within the next few weeks. The district says it is aiming to bring…
Better Business Bureau discusses 'Emergency Call' scam
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South is warning Tennesseans of a new phone scam going around. The bureau says in just West Tennessee alone, there have been seven…
Corey's Gifts holding school uniform drive for JMCSS
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Corey's Gifts is hosting a uniform drive for Jackson-Madison County Schools students. Donations can be made at four locations: Jackson-Madison County School System Central Office at 310 North Parkway Elite Dental Care at 47 North Star Drive…
TBI crime report shows decreases in 2020
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has released its Crime in Tennessee publication for 2020. The TBI says last year's data was certainly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the TBI report, crimes in Group A, which…
Suspicious fires under investigation in Henry Co.
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A series of suspicious fires in Henry County over the last two weeks are under investigation. According to the Henry County Sheriff's Office, investigators, along with the Henry Police Department and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation,…
