Voters question candidates at NAACP forum
JACKSON, Tenn -- Candidates took questions from potential voters, Tuesday night as part of the NAACP Candidates Forum. Of the 21 candidates running for the Tennessee's 8th Congressional District seat, only…
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Lane College hosts "Praise Break", dozens offer prayer for the nation
JACKSON, Tenn.- Dozens gather in prayer Tuesday night at Lane College, in light of recent events across the country. About 50 community members gathered for what Lane calls a "Praise Break."…
Judge denies lawmaker's attempt to block probe of conduct
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A Nashville chancellor won't block the release of an investigative report on allegations of sexual harassment by state Rep. Jeremy Durham. Chancellor Russell Perkins said in a Tuesday ruling that Durham raised some legitimate questions about…
Massage parlors will remain closed after owners appear in court
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The owners of the spas that were shut down last week appeared Tuesday morning in Madison County Chancery court. They are facing a nuisance petition alleging…
Jackson police chief honors citizen dedicated to city's youth
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local police honored a Jackson resident Tuesday for her devotion to the youth of Jackson and their families. Jackson Police Chief Julian Wiser recognized Debra "Pee Wee" Williams-Easley for her work with the youth of the city…
Early voting begins Friday for state primary & general election
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Early voting for the state primary and general election begins Friday, July 12. With more than 40 candidates on the ballots, voters have no shortage of…
Reelfoot Rural Ministries in need of school supplies
OBION COUNTY, Tenn. -- School starts in just a few weeks, and one local nonprofit is working to make sure all the kids in their community are ready, one…
For local grower, watermelon crop ripens family tradition
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- In the heat of the summer, it's hard to beat a slice of fresh, cold watermelon. If you've ever tried to grow one of your own, you know…
Sheriff: Woman killed by train has been identified
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Officers have identified the woman who was killed Monday morning when struck by a train. The sheriff's office has not yet released the woman's name.…
Chick-fil-A offers free meal to costumed customers on 'Cow Appreciation Day'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A tradition now in its 12th year had dozens of West Tennesseans saying "mooooo" while ordering food Tuesday at Chick-fil-A. For their annual Cow Appreciation Day, customers…
Union Summer Music Camp educates, brings fun for kids
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The sound of music is rising on Union University's campus. "They tell me how excited they are and they can't wait to come, and that's exciting to…
Madison Co. Fire Dept. gets first-ever ladder truck
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Fire Department recently purchased its first ladder truck, according to Chief Eric Turner. “It's a late '80s model truck,” Turner said. “We are…
JMC school board holds work session, discusses updates on schools
JACKSON, Tenn.-The Jackson-Madison County School Board met for a work session, Monday night and discussed updates on schools and if they will be ready when school begins in August. Superintendent…
Community comes together to talk about racial tension in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Dozens of people gathered Monday night in downtown Jackson to talk about issues gripping our country and community. The Jackson-Madison County Chapter of the NAACP hosted a special meeting…
Kids at Star Center's art camp create works of art
JACKSON, Tenn.-School will not be back in session until August, but dozens of West Tennessee kids are not waiting until then to learn. The Star Center's art camp is under way…
