Little Boys Blue headline concert at 'The Amp'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Music filled the air of downtown Jackson Friday night. The sounds of Little Boys Blue headlined another concert series at "The Amp." The rain moved out and the crowds…
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Rural hospitals on life support: emergency rooms across nation closing
PARSONS, Tenn. — Many rural hospitals are on the brink of collapse, and small amounts of money can make all the difference between life and death. "This is Decatur county, and we…
Jackson Generals to host celebration for Gary Pickens
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson's baseball team is celebrating Gary Pickens in a special way. "We've got a number of things going on," said Jason Compton, the general manager for the Jackson…
Young builders battle robots at UT Martin Jackson Center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students at the University of Tennessee at Martin Jackson Center wrapped up their week of building robots this Friday. All week, the students have been learning how to build and program…
Madison Co. deputy receives tactical vest donated by local church
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A new deputy with the Madison County Sheriff's Department has some new equipment to better protect himself. Deputy Tanner Cornelison came back from state training and received…
Shoppers hit stores early for Tax Free Weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Shoppers are getting an early start to Tax Free Weekend trying to beat the crowds. "My grandson is getting ready to start school, and I'm trying to save a…
Former Lexington coach enters best-interest plea on statutory rape charges
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A former high school football coach has entered a best-interest plea on charges of having sex with a 17-year-old student. Adam Yates entered a best-interest plea Thursday to two counts…
Jackson home damaged in shooting; no injuries reported
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police search for suspects accused of shooting a home Thursday night in west Jackson. Officers say several bullets hit a house in the 200 block of West Forest…
McKenzie Middle, High School baseball teams to host fundraiser
MCKENZIE, Tenn. --Enjoy a classic movie to help out a great cause. McKenzie Middle and High School baseball players will host a movie night on Saturday, July 29. That'll take place at McKenzie City Park. Gates open at 7:30 and…
Summer Fest in Paris to benefit local shelter
PARIS, Tenn. --Enjoy a fun day and help a local organization, all at the same time. Head to the Henry County Fairgrounds Saturday, July 29, for Summer Fest in Paris. That'll run from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Attendees can…
Unique yoga class coming to Jackson park
JACKSON, Tenn.--Enjoy a laugh with fellow athletes while getting stronger. Saturday, July 29, Saving the Animals Together, or STAT, will host laughter yoga. That'll run from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at Liberty Park in Jackson. Studies say laughter yoga provides…
Haywood Co. commissioners approve energy project to 'go green' & 'save green'
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- "Going green" is a trend that many believe is good for the environment and good for business. Haywood County commissioners are continuing the movement by approving…
Two new medical procedures announced, offering hope to West Tennessee heart patients
JACKSON, Tenn.-"Friends of Heart," a fund of the West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation announced two new life-saving procedures now available for heart patients. The first, is the Transcartoid Artery Revascularization. It is…
School Supt. Eric Jones holds final community meeting before new school year begins
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County Schools Superintendent Dr. Eric Jones hosts his last community 'meet and greet' before the new school year begins. The final meeting was packed with parents,…
Agenda review committee meets, discusses issues for upcoming city council meeting
JACKSON, Tenn.-Members of the Jackson City Council met Thursday evening to discuss the agenda for the upcoming city council meeting. One of the topics discussed was a proposal for the city…
