Hardin Co. officials look to learn from 2019 flooding
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- It was around this time last year when the Tennessee River began to rise in Hardin County, bringing with it some of the worst flooding the area has seen…
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University seeks better way to treat depression in teens
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to JAMA Pediatrics, 7.7 million children had a mental health disorder in 2019. Officials in West Tennessee say they've seen a spike in teens with depression over the…
Gibson Co. man convicted in methamphetamine investigation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Gibson County man has been found guilty of possessing and intending to distribute methamphetamine, according to a news release from the U.S. District Attorney Office. The release says Jeffrey Lee Davis, 59, of Trenton, was found…
Hardeman Co. woman faces charges over TennCare fraud
HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn. -- A woman in Hardeman County is facing charges after allegedly reporting false information to TennCare. Sheena Murphy, 33, of Whiteville, is being charged with TennCare fraud and theft of services over $10,000 after investigators say she…
3 in custody after meth found in Brownsville search
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Three people are in custody after investigators search a Brownsville home Friday morning. Agents with the 28th Judicial District Drug Task Force confirmed the arrest on their Facebook page. The post says agents and officers with…
School board discusses better education for students, teachers
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board met to discuss ways to better education for students and teachers. “From what I have seen so far, this board is not listening,” said president of…
Man wins prize after donating at Lifeline Blood Services
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to leaders with Lifeline Blood Services, more than 3,900 donated blood from November 1 to December 31. For the third year in a row, Lifeline teamed up with Bob's House…
Parsons, Decatur County Head Start Centers application period opens Jan. 15
PARSONS, Tenn. -- The Parsons and Decatur County Head Start programs will begin taking applications for the 2020-2021 school year that begins in the fall. Pre-registration for 3 and 4-year-old children will be held at the Parsons Head Start Center…
Weakley Co. residents warned of phone scam involving sheriff's office
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Weakley County Sheriff's Department is warning residents about a phone scam, in which the callers are posing as department officials. In a post on the sheriff's office Facebook page Thursday, investigators say the caller will…
'New Year, New You' blood drive held by Lifeline Blood Services
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the start of a new year, one organization is asking for you to make a change and save lives. Lifeline Blood Services is kicking off its "New Year, New You"…
Local sheriff's department updates jail information system
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local sheriff's department is updating their jail system, but that means a program many victims use for updates on their cases will be temporarily unavailable. The Crockett County…
New deal could bring more concerts to Ballpark
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new opportunity could bring more concerts to the Ballpark at Jackson. "Jackson has a rich music history, and so it just makes sense to allow and have another venue…
Fundraiser helps woman who lost everything in December fire
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lois Watkins lost everything in a house fire on December 18, including her ID, cash and most of her belongings. "When I try to think about it, the whole picture,…
Woman evicted after complaint doesn't fit renter protection law
UPDATE: Darlene Thurman has dropped the lawsuit she filed against Mark Alexander, claiming mold in her home made her sick. Alexander allowed Thurman to stay in the home he evicted her from…
Generals sign deal for concert events at Ballpark
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Generals announced a five-year partnership starting this year to host concerts at the Ballpark. In a news release, the Generals say the partnership with Grand Slam Presents will bring 13 outdoor concerts to Jackson through…
