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Humboldt school uses murals to inspire students

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A local elementary school is finding a colorful way to improve its campus. "How can we make this a better place? How can we make this a happy place?" Brittanie Doaks,…

UPDATE: Westbound lanes back open after truck fire

UPDATE: The Tennessee Highway Patrol says both westbound lanes of Interstate 40 reopened around 3:15 p.m. after a fire this afternoon involving a vehicle carrying propane. EARLIER STORY: BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol is advising drivers of a…

Curtis Watson appears in court for arraignment

LAUDERDALE COUNTY, Tenn. --Wednesday afternoon, Curtis Watson made his first appearance at the Lauderdale County Justice Center for his arraignment. Watson is accused of killing Tennessee Department of Correction administrator Debra Johnson on August…

JMCSS receives improved progress report

JACKSON, Tenn.-- At the end of every school year, Jackson-Madison County students take assessment exams. This year's report shows several improvements made in math, English and language arts. Jackson-Madison County Interim Superintendent Ray…

What's New Wednesday: Golden Years Adult Daycare

Golden Years Adult Daycare on Carriage House Drive in North Jackson is where senior citizens can do activities that help with mobility, cognitive, and speaking skills, but it isn't a nursing home. "This is a place…

Crockett County property assessor charged with assault

ALAMO, Tenn. -- Alamo police have confirmed the Crockett County property assessor was arrested Wednesday and charged with assault. Police say officers with the Alamo Police Department and the Crockett County Sheriff's Office…

Four gas stations punished for underage sales

JACKSON, Tenn. -- There were a wide range of excuses at Wednesday's Beer Board meeting explaining how alcohol was sold to minors. The owner of Southside Express Valero says it was his wife…

JMCSS scores improve during 2018-2019 testing

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System says the 2018-2019 TN Ready test scores show continued progress for the second year. In a news release Wednesday, district leaders say JMCSS improved in the majority of grades and subjects. The…

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