Community and church members gather for 12th annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "God calls His people to pray, and it makes an even bigger impact when all of his people or many of his people gather in one place…
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School district proposes pay increases for employees at budget committee
WEST JACKSON, Tenn. - The Madison County Commission's budget committee met Thursday to discuss the school system's budget for the next fiscal year. The main requests from the school district includes…
Alumna presents $100,000 legacy gift to Lane College
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lane College received a $100,000 check from a former student during graduation ceremonies last weekend. Tommie Kirkendoll, a graduate of the class of 1969, presented the legacy check during the April 27 spring convocation. Kirkendoll will join…
Woman charged in shooting that reportedly stemmed from Facebook argument
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A woman faces an aggravated assault charge after an argument on social media leads to a shooting. Brittney Blackwell is accused of firing a handgun during an argument April 30 outside an apartment at Parkwood Trace Apartments…
Former Jackson-Madison Co. Health Dept. employee indicted
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A former employee of the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has been indicted on charges of official misconduct and theft. Court documents say Rachel Thomas, 37, took more than $1,000 in property or money from the health…
Kidnapping, rape suspect in custody in Haywood County
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A man wanted on multiple charges in Haywood County after allegedly holding a woman against her will for several days is now in custody. The Haywood County Sheriff's Office says James Wesley Pentz, 31, is charged…
Local colleges and universities see decrease in crime on campus
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to yourlocalsecurity.com, the University of Tennessee at Martin is the safest college campus in the state of Tennessee. "Our officers are doing an excellent job on…
Local wedding planners host style shoots, prepare for busy months
DOWNTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local wedding professionals are hosting a style shoot. A style shoot is a miniature version of a mock wedding. This is the fifth year Krisy Thomas has done…
Madison County officials share motorcycle safety tips
NORTH JACKSON, Tenn. -- As the warm weather is returning, so are the motorcyclists. Drivers are encouraged to 'Look Twice, Save a Life,' because May is motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Sergeant Richard…
Balloons released in memory of Hwy. 412 crash victim
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Families and friends released balloons for a loved one Wednesday. At Catfish Cabin, friends and family of Chasity Thomas, a former employee at Catfish Cabin, gathered to…
Social media posts may come back to haunt job seekers
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Posts on social media can come back to haunt you, especially when you start looking for work. "It definitely can. Especially in this day and age, employers use that…
Farmers enjoy successful start of strawberry season
MILAN, Tenn. -- With the West Tennessee Strawberry Festival starting in just a couple of days, it's already time to get your festive fruits. "We come to the barn every day…
PETCO presents $7,000 grant to Lexington animal shelter
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- PETCO gave out a little love today. The Frances Halbrook Hensley Animal Shelter was awarded a $7,000 life-saving grant from the PETCO Foundation. The president of the…
Mayoral candidates give final pitch before Election Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There are five candidates running for mayor of Jackson in this year's election. With early voting ending…
