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New law targets thefts of catalytic converters

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A new law through the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance is aiming to stop the rising theft and resale of catalytic converters in Tennessee, according to a news release. Catalytic converters are devices that reduce toxic…

Tennessee receives grant to research Career Pathways

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee is receiving a near $1 million grant to evaluate students' path to the workforce. The grant is coming from the Institute of Sciences, and will support the Career Pathways research project, according to a Tennessee Department…

Newbern police seek suspect who hit officer

NEWBERN, Tenn. -- Newbern police are searching for a man who allegedly hit an officer with his vehicle while running from a traffic stop on Sunday. According to a news release, police say officers stopped a vehicle on South Grayson…

City of Jackson to celebrate Flag Day at Liberty Park

JACKSON, Tenn. --The City of Jackson is celebrating Flag Day on Monday, June 14 with a community ceremony. The Flag Day Ceremony will be held at Liberty Garden Park on Channing Way, starting at 10 a.m. Keep Jackson Beautiful is…

Patrick Merriweather appears in court; hearing gets reset

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man charged with shooting a local animal rescue president is back in court. Patrick Merriweather is facing multiple charges after allegedly shooting Saving The Animals Together President Wendy Pickett in August of last year. Merriweather appeared…

No new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.; 11,513 total

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department says no new cases of COVID-19 were reported in Madison County on Monday. A total of 11,513 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Madison County. There are also no Madison…

Benton County fiber internet project construction continues

BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A rural internet provider is continuing a construction project which would provide service to part of Benton County. TEC says the company is still working on the Benton County Fast Fiber Internet project in the north…

A local church celebrates 111 years of service

MAURY CITY, Tenn. -- The Community Church of God in Christ in celebrates 111 years of service. The Church of God in Christ in Maury City opened their doors to the public on April…

New monument marks 20 years for local church

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Fellowship Bible Church in Jackson is adding a monument to their facility. Fellowship Bible Church in Jackson is celebrating 20 years, and they decided to mark the occasion with…

Habitat for Humanity's fundraiser built for success

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Habitat for Humanity in Jackson held their first celebration of the Playhouse Build project. The organization partnered with several local companies to build playhouses. The houses were displayed outside…

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