Local sheriff speaks out about recent school threats
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In the past few weeks, there have been multiples threats at local high schools. Two weeks ago, a threat was reported at Scotts Hill High School. Then, Tuesday, another…
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Union University students plan to stay on campus for holidays
JACKSON, Tenn. -- While most Union University students are heading home after final exams, some are staying on campus for Christmas break. Senior Leah Atkins' last final is for her Greek class, but…
Henderson Co. Sheriff addresses jail overcrowding
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Henderson County Sheriff Brian Duke says for years, the Henderson County jail had no problems with overcrowding. In the past couple of years, it's become a serious issue. "We contract…
Jackson police seek assistance in Walmart theft
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police say they are investigating a shoplifting incident at Walmart and need the public's assistance. Police say the shoplifting incident took place on November 21 at the north Walmart in Jackson. Surveillance video captured two…
Company announces expansion plan for Chester County
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Arvin Sango Inc. has announced the company’s third expansion in Henderson. Governor Bill Lee, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe, along with officials from Arvin Sango Inc. announced the expansion Thursday, according to…
Family, friends start GoFundMe for victim of Trenton shooting
TRENTON, Tenn. -- Family members and friends of Madisson Bright have created a GoFundMe account to help with funeral costs. Bright, 18, was shot and killed early Sunday morning at a home on South Lexington Street in Trenton. Police say…
92-year-old woman reported missing in Haywood County
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Haywood County Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing 92-year-old woman. The sheriff's office says Lou Philpot was last seen leaving Brownsville Baptist Church around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday. She did not return to her home…
Jackson Fire Department demonstrates Christmas fire hazards
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to the National Fire Protection Association, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 160 home fires per year that started with Christmas trees. The Jackson Fire Department…
Jack and Jill of America hosts seventh annual Winterfest
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jack and Jill of America hosted the seventh annual Winterfest on Wednesday. Teens who are a part of Jack and Jill of America hosted the Boys and Girls Club for…
What's New Wednesday: Salis Halotherapy
Three best friends opened a halotherapy salt cave in north Jackson. "We live in one of the highest sinus infections areas. We just thought this really helped us and really thought…
South Side High School increases security after threat
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This picture was posted on social media, allegedly taken in a bathroom stall at South Side High School. It involves a racist message threatening to kill certain people. Jackson-Madison County…
Damage left behind after chase involving THP trooper
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There are new details on the car chase in Jackson involving a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper. Tuesday night, a Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper saw a red Kia Optima, driven…
Alamo woman offers $500 reward to stop neighborhood's suspicious activity
ALAMO, Tenn. -- Residents in a West Tennessee town are speaking out and cashing out after a rash of suspicious activity. Alamo resident Ann Strong is offering a $500 reward for information. "When…
Humboldt City Schools close due to sickness
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Humboldt City Schools has confirmed all schools will be closed the rest of the week due to illnesses. District officials say Humboldt City Schools will be closed from Thursday, December 12 and Friday, December 13. The district…
Cash reward offered for man accused of assaulting deputy
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- The U.S. Marshals Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force is offering a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of a Hardin County man accused of assaulting a deputy. Investigators say David Doyle, 45, was…
