Tips on picking the right Christmas tree
TOONE, Tenn. -- When you're surrounded by hundreds of real Christmas trees, how do you decide which one you should take home? For 10 years, Ray Gilmer and his family have been…
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Student charged after gun found at Westview High School
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Martin police have confirmed a student has been charged after a shotgun was found in his vehicle at Westview High School. Police say 18-year-old Benjamin O'Guinn, of Martin, is charged with carrying weapons on school property. Officers…
Sheriff's Office searching for woman accused of abandoning dogs
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Investigators have issued a warrant for the arrest of a woman accused of abandoning three dogs in a Henry County home. According to an incident report, a woman called the Henry County Sheriff's Office on Friday,…
Police search for suspects in attack of elderly woman
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Dyersburg police are searching for suspects in the attack of an elderly woman Friday night. Police say the incident happened around 10 p.m. at a home on the 2000 block of St. John Avenue in Dyersburg. Officers…
Lane College confirms death of bishop, Lane graduate
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lane College has confirmed the death of Lane College graduate and Madison County native Bishop E. Lynn Brown. Brown died Friday, November 22. He was elected the 46th Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church in 1986…
Jackson-Madison County School Board looks for new Superintendent
JACKSON, Tenn.--"We want to offer the contract by our April board meeting," said Jackson-Madison County School Chairman Pete Johnson. Johnson said no later than June 1, 2020 the Jackson-Madison County School System…
'Innovation' raises awareness of local school's food pantry
JACKSON, Tenn.--A local college vocal ensemble performs for a great cause. Monday evening, 'Innovation' sang a medley from the movie "The Nightmare Before Christmas" at Jackson State in the Ayers Auditorium. They also sang…
Local church shares Thanksgiving spirit with "Community Feed"
JACKSON, Tenn.-- A community comes together for a feast with a purpose. The Greater St. Luke Baptist Church hosted its annual "Community Feed" on Monday. Pastor Marvin Hall says the vision for this event…
Eye specialists share information on blue light and effects on health
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As we spend more time on our cellphones and other electronic devices, we are exposed to blue light more than ever before. With them, the inevitable blue light is in…
Traffic officials offer holiday travel safety tips
JACKSON, Tenn. - Many families are planning to drive to holiday get-togethers this year. Whether it's to grandma's house or your favorite vacation spot, there are a few tips you need to know that will help make your drive a…
USJ breaks ground on new Lady Bruins facility
JACKSON, Tenn.--A local school broke ground on a brand new Lady Bruins facility. The $1 million facility includes 6,000 square feet and two Varsity Lady Bruins locker rooms at the University School of Jackson.…
Law enforcement share tips for safe holiday shopping
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With holiday shopping upon us, law enforcement have some reminders for shoppers. "It's a rough time of the year because thieves know that police and law enforcement are covered up with…
Student suspended after threat found at Scotts Hill High School
SCOTTS HILL, Tenn. -- A student at Scotts Hill High School has been suspended after being accused of making a threat at the school. According to the Henderson County Sheriff's Office, the student is accused of writing a threat on…
Isaac Lane students learn about trees with tree planting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students were given a chance to make a difference at their school Monday. The City of Jackson's landscaping crew hold presentations with Keep Jackson Beautiful every year. This year, they are making stops at local schools to…
Lane closures to stop ahead of Thanksgiving
The Tennessee Department of Transportation has announced all construction-related lane closures will stop Wednesday ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. All construction-related closures will be lifted at noon Wednesday, Nov. 27 and will continue through…
