Jackson homeowners clean up after overnight storm damage
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One Jackson neighborhood was awakened Wednesday morning by the sound of chainsaws. "Well, it's been a long night," said Ben Hickey, a homeowner who had part of…
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State begins cleanup of Benton Co. landfill
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- State crews clean up a landfill that closed in Benton County. Workers show residents Wednesday how they plan to make it safe for people in the area. Workers…
1 dead in Tuesday night shooting in Hardin County
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities are investigating a deadly Tuesday night shooting in Hardin County. The Hardin County Sheriff's Office confirms a man was shot and killed Tuesday night. Investigators say the victim was driven to a local restaurant where…
Gibson Electric Membership Corporation announces planned power outage
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- About 2,700 Gibson Electric Membership Corporation members will experience a planned power outage beginning at 11:59 p.m. Thursday, June 14. The outage is expected to last about two and a half hours and is needed to…
What's New Wednesday: Union Station Pottery at Sensational Scents
JACKSON, Tenn. -- University School of Jackson graduates are celebrating their recent graduation by painting pottery. "I mean, in Jackson, I mean, there's not much to do. We all thought this…
Sheriff's office releases sketches of suspects in robbery at Gibson Co. Lake store
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The victim of a robbery at the store at Gibson County Lake has provided deputies with a description of the suspects. According to the sheriff's office, two…
Man charged in thefts of 2 trucks from local pool business
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man was arraigned Wednesday in Jackson City Court after police say he stole two trucks from a north Jackson business. Cameron Lewis, 25, is charged with two counts…
Haywood Co. sheriff candidates speak about their platforms
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Three of the four candidates running for Haywood County sheriff participated Tuesday night in a forum with WestStar Leadership Progam. Billy Garrett Jr., Vatisha Evans Barken and Joe Crook spoke about their plans for Haywood County if…
UPDATE: Stolen trailer found, deputies searching for suspects
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A trailer reported stolen Monday afternoon has been found with all the contents still inside, according to the Madison County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff's office spokesman Tom Mapes says deputies are still searching for the two…
Local group traces DNA for Father's Day
JACKSON, Tenn.--A local group is gearing for Father's Day through DNA tracing. The Mid-West Tennessee Genealogical Society held its monthly meeting tonight at the Jackson-Madison County Library. Director of Research for the…
Exchange Club hosts Gubernatorial Forum for Governor candidates
JACKSON, Tenn.--The Jackson Exchange Club hosted a gubernatorial forum Tuesday for club members and guests. Seven of the candidates joined the club to talk about their plans if elected Governor. Candidates…
Gibson Co. inmates get chance to earn manufacturing certifications
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A new program could help inmates find a job after they get out of jail. Inmates learned manufacturing skills Tuesday at the Gibson County Jail. Corneilus Roberson is…
Sudden closure of Carroll Co. Special Learning Center sends parents, teachers scrambling
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. — A sudden school closure is leaving students and parents scrambling. "I was very upset, because this school meant the world to me and my daughter," parent…
Jackson woman visits 'Good Morning America'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local woman gets a close-up look at a national television show. Connie White, of Jackson, was in New York for vacation when she joined the audience on Good Morning…
RIFA kicks off plans for annual 'Canstruction' fundraiser
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Regional Inter-Faith Association, or RIFA, has played a major role in community service in Jackson for the last 40 years. "We are the premier hunger-fighting agency in our…
