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U of M law school alumni hold reunion

JACKSON, Tenn.-Some of the area's top attorneys gathered for a bit of a reunion in north Jackson, Thursday night. The Dean of the University of Memphis' law school was in town…

Lane College wins grant in 'Retool Your School' initiative

JACKSON, Tenn.-A big congratulations to Lane College that has won a $50,000 grant from Home Depot's "Retool Your School" campus improvement program. Judging was based on online voting, social media activity and proposal reviews. The school has not said how…

Local library works to help children master reading

HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. --Β TheΒ publicΒ library in Henry County is working to help children in their community master reading. The W.G.Β Rhea Public Library has inaugurated the "Read to be Ready" program for…

Hardin County recruits Junior Firefighters

HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- As school lets out for summer break, Hardin County officials are hoping teens will join them as they fight fires. Hollie Broughton's son is only 16 but…

Area crime sweep nets dozens of arrests

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A law enforcement sweep Wednesday led to dozens of arrests acrossΒ the six-county area that makes up the 26th and 28th State JudicialΒ Districts. During the operation, 39 people were arrested for various state violations ranging from firearm and…

Local small-business owners recognized at Jackson Chamber

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Three small businesses doing big things in Jackson received awards Thursday. The Tennessee Small Business Development Center recognized owners at the Jackson Chamber. β€œIt's very motivational,” Diana…

Storms, high winds sweep through West Tenn.

CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A line of storms brought high winds and some damage Thursday morning in West Tennessee. WBBJ viewer Sharon Hayes sent us photos of damage including a downed tree along Highway 54 in Alamo. Stay tuned to…

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