Inmates give back to the community
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- As the sun beats down, dozens of men who are currently serving time behind bars are giving back to the community and making an impact. "It's been a blessing…
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JMCSS purchases 14,000 eclipse viewing glasses
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The first coast-to-coast total solar eclipse in nearly 100 years happens on Aug. 21. The Jackson-Madison County School System said it purchased 14,000 American Paper Optics CE ISO…
'Lights of Love' unity rally calls for peace and love
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In the aftermath of the weekend of violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, church and community leaders joined forces to host a unity rally promoting love for all. The protests…
Gibson Co. prepares to usher in 162nd annual tradition
TRENTON, Tenn. -- People in Gibson County are gearing up for the fair that is set to begin in two weeks. It is the 162nd edition of the Gibson County Fair that…
JMC Airport Authority discusses multiple issues at Monday meeting
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. --The Jackson-Madison County Airport Authority met Monday night to discuss multiple issues. Board members discussed the possible acquisition of land next to the airport from a family whose loved…
Hearing for an accused gunman in 2015 shooting is reset
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A gunman accused of killing a convenience store clerk appeared before the judge, Monday. "It's a death penalty case," District Public Defender George Googe said. "So we're having more reports and…
Local agencies prepare for stormy forecast
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Gibson County Emergency Management Director Rickey Graves routinely inspects things like generator and lighting stations in preparation for upcoming rainy weather. "It's used for major…
Refrigeration company brings jobs to McNairy County
SELMER, Tenn. -- An ordinary field behind Monogram Refrigeration in Selmer will soon be the site of a 120,000 square foot expansion project. Monogram Refrigeration in Selmer is investing $9.3 million…
US Department of Agriculture reports crop production increase in Tennessee
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Thanks to good rainfall, local farmers say it has been a good year so far for crops across West Tennessee. The United States Department of Agriculture released a promising…
Man charged with stealing cash at Jackson hospital
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Authorities charged a man Monday accused of stealing cash from a woman's purse at a hospital in Jackson. Augusto Oviedo appeared in Jackson City Court on Monday on theft…
Man charged with using box cutter to vandalize car
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man accused of causing thousands of dollars worth of damage to a car in Jackson faced a judge on Monday. Christopher Heavener appeared in Jackson City Court on…
Stepdad charged with assaulting teen and her mother
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A stepdad accused of attacking a 13-year-old and her mother faced a judge in Jackson on Monday. Terry Taylor appeared in Jackson City Court on multiple counts, including child…
Man charged with following relative, firing gun in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police arrested a man accused of following a relative and then firing gunshots, according to court documents. Davonte Paige appeared in Jackson City Court on Monday on an…
West Tennesseans make the 34th annual Circles of Hope Telethon a success
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Over 200 volunteers from across West Tennessee came together Sunday at the Carl Perkins Civic Center for the 34th annual Circles of Hope Telethon. A fundraiser benefiting The Exchange Club…
Local UT Martin alumni chapter sends off Skyhawks
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A group of local Skyhawks were given the send off today by the UT Martin Jackson Regional Alumni Chapter. University alumni and first year students came together in downtown…
