Union University pulls together to move in freshmen
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the start of the new school year approaching for Union University students, freshmen are moving into their new homes away from home. "It's a great opportunity…
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Milan residents savor last Food Truck Friday of the year
MILAN, Tenn. -- The last Food Truck Friday for this year in the city of Milan was this week. The event welcomed local food trucks of West Tennessee. Some residents of Milan were happy to have this event but sad…
2 charged in Gibson, Haywood drug, theft investigation
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- Two men are now facing charges following an investigation by the West Tennessee Drug Task Force. According to a news release, investigators with the 28th Judicial District Drug…
JPD goes pink for breast cancer awareness
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is going pink for breast cancer awareness. The department has unveiled its newest addition to the department's vehicle fleet, a pink-themed patrol car designed to stimulate conversation within the community and to encourage public…
Sharon School evacuated due to smoke
SHARON, Tenn. -- A Weakley County school was temporarily evacuated Friday morning due to an air conditioning unit malfunction. According to a news release from Weakley County schools, fire officials responded just before 8 a.m. Friday to a call about…
City of Milan seeks votes for chance at new farmers market
MILAN, Tenn. -- The piece of land in the accompanying photo may not look like much now, but city leaders in Milan have big plans to develop it into a…
Carroll Co. animal cruelty case goes to grand jury
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Carroll County grand jury will now hear a case against two suspects involved in a case of alleged animal cruelty involving more than 150 animals found on an Atwood property in April. In a news…
Ripley man convicted on federal gun charge
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A Ripley man is convicted on a charge of felon in possession of a firearm after a jury trial in federal court. Jason Nixon, 36, was convicted after a two-day jury trial, according to a news release…
Local government official announces he will be running for mayor of Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson community members gathered at the Carl Perkins Civic Center Thursday for an announcement that may affect the future of their city. Former Jackson city councilman and United…
Couple convicted of health care fraud, sentenced in federal court
JACKSON, Tenn.--A couple convicted of committing health care fraud from 2009 to 2013 was sentenced Thursday in Federal Court in Jackson. Following a three-week trial, a federal jury convicted Sandra and…
Henry County man indicted on federal drug trafficking charges
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn.--A Henry County man has been indicted on federal drug trafficking charges. Tony Boyd of Paris was indicted by a federal grand jury, accused of distributing drugs while being a convicted felon. According to the indictment, Boyd is…
Families and friends hold candlelight vigil for missing Cayce McDaniel
MILAN, Tenn.--Families and friends gathered by candlelight Thursday night to remember a missing girl. Cayce McDaniel went missing in August 1996 from her home in Milan. It's a case that…
First responders train for active shooter situation
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- First responders learned new skills Thursday that could help save a life during an active shooter situation. Madison County sheriff's deputies, Jackson police, firefighters, EMS and dispatchers…
Jackson Kiwanis Club honors local first responders
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local civic group hosted a ceremony Thursday to recognize first responders for their hard work and dedication to our community. The Jackson Kiwanis Club held their annual First…
Firefighters combat high risk of cancer
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- According to a new study, firefighters are nine percent more likely to be diagnosed with cancer and 14 percent more likely to die from cancer. Gibson County…
