Local deputy talks about being shot as child, promotes gun safety
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The American Academy of Pediatrics puts the pressure on parents to ask about guns where their children play. It's part of a nationwide campaign called ASK Day, or…
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Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant opens with preliminary competition
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant opened Wednesday night with preliminary competition. It was a full house as contestants took the stage for the first round of competition. The…
What's New Wednesday: J-Petal Japanese Crepe & Thai Ice Cream
J-Petal Owner Qi Sun from China says he opened the franchise after successfully opening Number One Chinese Food in North Jackson. "I actually think it's really cool because they mix up the…
Miss Tennessee contestants make appearance at Rotary Club luncheon
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The lights, the cameras, ready for all the action of Miss Tennessee 2018. "I'm so excited to get the prelims started and just to see where the…
JMCSS announces leadership changes in 2018-2019 school year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System has announced a list of changes to faculty at schools across the district leading into the 2018-2019 school year. New principals include Richard Willis at Issac Lane Elementary, James Walker Jr. at…
Chester Co. residents start petition for animal shelter
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- "It's been a long time coming that we need an animal shelter," Jessica Moore, a Chester County resident, said. Residents in Chester County say one of…
Coaches, teammates remember Lexington teen who drowned in Florida
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Lexington High School community is mourning the loss of one of their own. Panama City Beach Police said Tyler Spann, 15, drowned Tuesday afternoon. The school…
City leaders encourage residents to 'Dump the Pump,' take public transportation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Driving to work is part of State Representative Jimmy Eldridge's everyday routine. But Wednesday, he opted for a new way of transportation. "We've been blessed in Jackson.…
Crash slows traffic in northeast Jackson; no serious injuries
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Part of Ridgecrest Road was closed Wednesday afternoon after a crash near Henderson Road in northeast Jackson. Police say they responded to the intersection around 2 p.m. after a van…
Voters attend candidate forum ahead of August election
JACKSON, Tenn -- West Tennessee voters had an opportunity to get acquainted with local candidates. The August election is just around the corner, but before you head to the polls candidates…
Education Vision Committee discusses $100,000 grant
JACKSON, Tenn.--The Education Vision Committee discussed a $100,000 grant at their monthly meeting Tuesday night. Members met at the Jackson Madison County school board. They discussed the school board budget that…
Two local people use CPR to save Henderson man's life
HENDERSON, Tenn.--Two local people are being recognized for their heroic acts. Freed Hardeman University workers Linda Hodges and Cody Fletcher helped save beloved community leader Neal Smith when he collapsed…
Lexington teen drowns in Gulf of Mexico
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee teen has died while swimming at Panama City Beach. Panama City Beach police say 15-year-old Tyler Spann of Lexington drowned around 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the…
Local organizations share ways to fight fraud, identity theft
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Someone's identity is stolen every two seconds, but you don't have to become a victim. "One of the things we were talking was what is the No. 1…
Vanderbilt LifeFlight cuts ribbon on Humboldt base
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Vanderbilt LifeFlight held a ribbon cutting for their eighth base Tuesday afternoon in Humboldt. The ceremony was held at the Humboldt Municipal Airport. Officials say they look forward…
