Madison County jail officials give tour of the facility
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Our cameras were in the Madison County Jail Annex this afternoon when officials gave a tour of the facility. The annex above the Madison County courthouse was built in…
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Wildlife experts say to watch out for turtles this time of year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Late May through June is an active season for turtles. "People see turtles come walking across their yards or walking across roads this time of year," said Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Regional Administrator Alan Peterson. "Most of them…
City of Jackson hosts annual 'Touch a Truck' event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Kids were given hands-on experience Wednesday for the annual "Touch a Truck" event. Touch a Truck career day kicked off Wednesday morning near downtown Jackson. Children from across…
Army doctor speaks to Jackson Rotary Club about service in Vietnam
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rotary Club had a special guest speaker Wednesday. Dr. Joseph Wolfe spoke about his experience in Vietnam at the First United Methodist Church. Wolfe was one of…
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…
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…
