Primary Election Roundup: May 1, 2018
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Below is our roundup of the unofficial election results from the county primaries from across West Tennessee.
Local News
Bank of Jackson hosts bunco tournament to support Dream Center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local bank is helping raise money for a women's shelter through the game of bunco. The Bank of Jackson hosted a bunco tournament at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at 420…
Jackson City Council approves funding for Civic Center repairs
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In an 8-to-1 vote Tuesday, Jackson City Council members approved more than $400,000 worth of repairs at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. City leaders said that money will…
Jackson Transit Authority to hold public hearing on route changes
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Transit Authority is changing some of its routes. A public hearing will be held at 4 p.m. May 23 in the conference room at the City Council Room in City…
Madison Co. residents endure road work after heavy rains delay progress
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- It's not making a mountain out of a molehill when the hill is causing major problems. "We had a really good road. It was better than 40 up there,"…
Recreational boat builder expanding into Lake County
RIDGELY, Tenn. (AP) -- Officials say Excel Boat Company is investing $9 million in a manufacturing facility in Lake County. Gov. Bill Haslam said Monday that the boat builder plans to create nearly 200 jobs with the 100,000-square-foot facility in…
UPDATE: Victim in Goldline shooting dies
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police have confirmed the clerk shot in a Monday morning robbery has died. In a news release, police have identified the victim as Nageab Alshaif. Alshaif was…
Memphis man sentenced on fentanyl distribution charge
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A Memphis man has been sentenced to serve 10 years in federal custody for alleged fentanyl distribution. In January, Mark Nunnally, 51, pleaded guilty to charges of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and being a convicted…
Nelly concert a success, organizers look forward to make the next better
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Nearly 7,500 fans filled the Ballpark at Jackson just days ago to see Nelly, Juvenile and Bone Thugs-n-Harmony. Officials from Blue Cap Entertainment, the concert's Promotions Group, says the Jackson concert has been the largest so far…
Jackson police investigating robbery at restaurant
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Jackson police are investigating an armed robbery at a restaurant on Old Hickory Boulevard. Investigators say two suspects took cash from Umphey's Homemade Chicken and Biscuits. Employees were inside the store at the time of the robbery. Investigators…
Girls Troop gives cookies and cards to firefighters
The American Girls Troop in Jackson donated surprises to first responders. The faith based organization of young girls k-12 went to different fire stations at 6 Monday night to give cookies and cards…
JC hosts its first High School Showcase for parents, prospective students
JACKSON, Tenn.--Parents and students learn more about what a local private high has to offer. Jackson Christian hosted their first High School Showcase Monday evening. The High School Showcase features areas highlighting…
Experts share tips to protect yourself, pets during flea & tick season
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Veterinarian Dr. Ellen Deming says she's seen many animals with tick problems since February. "Most people have a false sense of security because we've had so much cold…
West TN gears up for primary; here's what voters need to know
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee voters head to the polls Tuesday for the May 1 primary. Locally, voters will find everything from county commission to mayor and sheriff positions on the ballot. Workers…
Recurring flood damage brings repair bills at Cypress Grove Nature Park
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Parts of the boardwalk at Cypress Grove Nature Park are in need of serious upkeep. "Well, we've closed off a portion of it," Mayor Jerry Gist said. "We…
