World's smallest heart pump helping West Tennessee patients
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the country, but health experts are hoping a device will help change that.…
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Puttin’ for the Pets raises money for Jackson-Madison Co. Humane Society
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Golfers hit the links Monday for a good cause. The 18th annual Puttin’ for the Pets Golf Tournament took place at Jackson National Golf Course. Proceeds from…
Carroll Co. deputies investigate cemetery vandalism
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- Deputies are investigating after they say someone vandalized a church and cemetery Saturday night in rural Carroll County. The incident took place at Palestine Church, located on Highway 424 in Cedar Grove, according to Becky Keith,…
Weakley Co. deputies seize $27K worth of meth
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A drug investigation leads deputies to nine and a half ounces of meth and lands two people behind bars. Copeland, left, and…
Humboldt police, TBI investigate woman's death
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is assisting Humboldt police in investigating the death of a woman whose body was found Friday afternoon. Officers were dispatched around 1 p.m. Friday to a location on North 22nd Avenue where…
Final day for the West Tennessee State Fair
JACKSON, Tenn --It's been known for 161 years to bring fun to west Tennessee. Sunday marked the final day for the annual West Tennessee State Fair, bringing all ages together in the name…
Celebrating culture at the 11th annual CelticFest
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Local residents spent their Sunday celebrating their culture at the Celtic Society of west Tennessee's 11th annual Celtic festival. Organizers said CelticFest brings people together to recognize their heritage.…
Man charged with attempted first degree murder in shooting
JACKSON, Tenn.--Jackson police have charged a man with attempted first degree murder for his alleged involvement in a shooting earlier this month. Police say Quewlyn Mays and another man began arguing at Mary Long's cafe on Middle Avenue September 7th.…
Hundreds participate in walk to end Alzheimer's
JACKSON,Tenn.-- Hundreds hit the streets of North Jackson to participate in the walk to end Alzheimer's disease. Participants gathered at Union University. Organizers said there was no registration fee but people were divided into teams to see who could raise the…
Over 400 Boy Scouts gather in Alamo
ALAMO, Tenn -- Over 400 boy scouts met in Alamo this weekend to take a trip around the world in our own backyard. The scouts came from all over west Tennessee for…
City dedicates day in honor of local musician
ALAMO, Tenn --Today is the start of an annual holiday for one West Tennessee community. September 17th is now known as Jazzii A day. The award winning Alamo singer was given…
JPD hosts second 5K Andy Bailey memorial run
JACKSON, Tenn -- In 2004, Sgt. Andy Bailey, a 30 yr veteran of the Jackson police department, lost his life in the life of duty. The police department continues to remember his…
Police: wanted man leaves trail of new crimes
HENDERSON, Tenn.--A Henderson man on the run from police since Tuesday may be leaving a trail of new crimes, according to police with the city of Henderson. Leon Johnson, Assistant Police…
Shooting in East Jackson sends one to hospital
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Police are investigating a shooting at Point-O-Woods drive. According to investigators a 15-year-old was shot in the neck. The teenage victim has been taken to the hospital, listed in…
Jackson Transit Authority makes history naming African-American new general manager
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "Come out, ride with us and enjoy your ride." Jackson native Travis Franklin stepped into a new position this month with the Jackson Transit Authority that was nearly two…
