JMCSS transportation department gets ready to roll for new school year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County bus drivers are clicking in and gearing up for the start of a new year. "Getting our students to school safely and getting them home…
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Jackson hospital uses new robot for heart surgery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new robot could help save your life. Jackson-Madison County General Hospital recently purchased a Corindus Vascular Robotics CorPath GRX System. The machine allows cardiologists to make precise movements during heart surgery and gives physicians a close-up view…
Police respond to report of gunshots in north Jackson neighborhood
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police responded Wednesday afternoon to a report of gunshots in a north Jackson neighborhood. Officers were on scene just after 4:30 p.m. in the area of Brooksie Drive and Walker Road. Details are limited at this time.…
2 Jackson manufacturers receive state honors for workplace safety
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two Jackson manufacturing companies were awarded Wednesday by the Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development. Commissioner Burns Phillips presented awards to both General Cable and Gerdau Mill during the Tennessee Safety and Health Conference in Nashville,…
TBI investigates after baby suffers water burns in Huntingdon
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Carroll County Sheriff's Department are investigating after a baby suffered water burn injuries. The 4-month-old boy is currently being treated in Cincinnati for water burn injuries he suffered on July…
Multi-vehicle crash in Jackson sends at least 3 to hospital
JACKSON, Tenn. --Jackson police investigate a multiple vehicle crash in north Jackson. Officers say it happened around 9:15 p.m. Tuesday near Krystal on North Highland Avenue. Investigators say a car hit another vehicle from behind, causing at least three people…
"The Grass Skirts" to headline concert in downtown Lexington
LEXINGTON, Tenn. --Get outside and enjoy a free concert. First Friday Nights on the Square kicks off in downtown Lexington at 6:00 p.m. This week's entertainment will be provided by The Grass Skirts. At the event, attendees can enjoy food,…
Local church to host men's conference this weekend
SAVANNAH, Tenn. --A fun way for local men to kick off their weekend. Friday, August 4, Adamsville First Baptist Church is hosting Men's Night Out. That'll run from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Hopewell Baptist in Savannah. Tickets are $15…
American Job Center in Dyersburg to host basic computer class
DYERSBURG, Tenn. --If you need some help navigating the world of computers, you're in luck. Thursday, August 3, The American Job Center in Dyersburg will host a free computer course. That'll run from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. At the workshop,…
New food truck coming to Alamo
ALAMO, Tenn. --Try out tasty frozen treats at a new venue. Wednesday, August 2, Retro Snow Food Truck will host a ribbon cutting and grand opening. That'll run from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in Court Square in downtown Alamo. The…
Gibson Co. Pioneers strive for a winning record in 2017
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another day another practice, our cameras stopped by Gibson County High School football practice. The pioneers are back on the football field in hopes of surpassing their 2016 record of…
Andrew Jackson Elementary host 'tailgate' style open house
JACKSON, Tenn -- Students in Jackson-Madison county have a few more days before classes begin, but many have already stepped back inside their schools. Many schools across Jackson-Madison County kicked off…
Jackson native hired as Union Volleyball coach
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There will be a new coach on the sidelines for the Union University volleyball program. Union announced this afternoon, Christa Hutchinson will join the team as their new assistant coach.…
Smokies top Generals in game 3 of series
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee Smokies break a tie in 6th inning, beating the Generals, 5-3.
Jackson City Council approves new animal care, adoption center in east Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There's good news for animal lovers as Jackson city leaders say a new animal adoption center is on the way. The Jackson City Council met early Tuesday and…
