Property taxes rise in Madison County for first time in decades
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Officials say Madison County has not raised taxes since 1992. That changed on Monday. In a 17-7 vote, the Madison County Commission voted to raise property taxes…
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Madison Co. sheriff warns citizens about jury duty phone scam
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The sheriff has a warning for Madison County residents — jury duty scam phone calls are back. In the past 24 hours, the Madison County Sheriff's Office has been flooded with reports of telephone scams regarding…
Jackson man killed in Humboldt crash
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A Tuesday morning crash in Humboldt leaves one man dead. Officers responded to the crash just before 11 a.m. on the U.S. 45 Bypass between Mitchell…
Police respond to crash involving overturned tractor-trailer in east Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police responded Tuesday morning to a crash involving a tractor-trailer on Chester Street. Police say a tractor-trailer collided with another vehicle in the area of the Highway 70…
UPDATE: Jackson police say Monday night shooting was accidental
UPDATE -- Police have determined a Monday night shooting was accidental. A 20-year-old man arrived around 8:25 p.m. by personal vehicle at a local hospital with a gunshot wound. The injury was not life threatening. Investigators have determined the victim was accidentally…
'That's Amore' to benefit The Dream Center
JACKSON, Tenn. --Eat a tasty dinner and help a local organization, all at the same time. Thursday, July 20, First United Methodist Church in Jackson will host "That's Amore," a night of dinner and entertainment. That'll run from 6:00 to…
Jackson Chamber kicks off '411 on 731' on Thursday
JACKSON, Tenn. --Get the latest information on events happening our area at an upcoming gathering. Thursday, July 20, the Jackson Chamber of Commerce will host '411 on 731.' That'll run from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at The CO in Jackson.…
Local planetarium to host free show for kids
JACKSON, Tenn. --Treat your little astronaut to a colorful show. Tuesday, July 18, The University of Memphis-Lambuth will host a show called "Dream to Fly." That'll run from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at M.D. Anderson Planetarium in Jackson. Doors open…
JMCSS Superintendent begins two week series of community meetings
JACKSON, Tenn -- Â The newly appointed superintendent of the Jackson-Madison County School System, Eric Jones, is getting a head start on the upcoming school year. In an effort to…
Hardin Co. emergency officials launch new emergency notification system
SAVANNAH, Tenn.-The Hardin County Emergency Management District has recently implemented a system that will allow them to send emergency text messages to residents. Representatives said this system is a more modern and…
Hardin Co. crash involving tanker truck leaves man dead
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- A Monday morning crash involving a tanker truck in Hardin County leaves one man dead. "It was just, I don't know — awful," Jossie Cook…
THP, local law enforcement team up for 'Arrive Alive' campaign
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. --Â Local law enforcement officers are teaming up this week to reduce distracted driving during the busy summer travel season. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is enforcing more…
Free Youth Engagement Summit kicks off in Trenton
TRENTON, Tenn. --Â A free three-day event just started in Trenton, giving families a fun activity on these hot summer days. "No pressure," Trenton Housing Authority Director of Housing Services Rhonda Casey…
Dyer woman killed in weekend crash
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A woman was killed as a result of a Sunday afternoon single-vehicle crash. Sandra Cowan, 62, of Dyer died Sunday night following an afternoon wreck on State Highway 105, according to a report from the Tennessee…
Tenn. House Speaker Beth Harwell announces run for governor
NASHVILLE, Tenn. --Â Tennessee House Speaker Beth Harwell officially announced her run for governor Sunday morning. Harwell is the first woman ever elected as house speaker in Tennessee. Most say the announcement has long been expected as Harwell has attended a…
