Leaders Education Foundation announces EPlus Broadband as 2026 EmpowerEd presenting sponsor
Leaders Education Foundation has announced EPlus Broadband as the presenting sponsor for EmpowerEd: An Evening with John O’Leary.
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Facility dogs now allowed in every jurisdiction across Tennessee
A new law in Tennessee now allows facility dogs to be used to help victims and witnesses testify in courtrooms throughout the state with a judge’s approval.
FHU to present Makin’ Music 49: 'Memories in the Makin’,' April 10-11
Freed-Hardeman University is once again gearing up for its biggest musical event of the year, as tickets go on sale for Makin’ Music 49: “Memories in the Makin’.”
412 Tennessee volunteer fire departments share $20 million in funding
412 Tennessee volunteer fire departments will receive grants totaling $20 million in 2026 through the Volunteer Firefighter Equipment and Training Grant Program.
Rep. Todd files bill safeguarding Tennesseans' right to bear arms
State Rep. Chris Todd, (R-Madison County), has introduced legislation to further protect Tennesseans' right to keep and bear arms.
Raising Cane's prepares for their grand opening
A popular fast food restaurant is preparing to officially open here in the Hub City.
Town of Dyer holds public meetings to discuss TDEC grant for recreation trail
One local town holds a public meeting to discuss their intentions to submit a grant to the state that would lead to being a benefit to the community.
Residents struggling with unexpected charges on utilities
Some residents served by Pickwick Electric Company say they are seeing totals well above what they would expect to see after last month’s winter storm.
Presidents Day reminder: Post offices are closed, but customers still have convenient USPS options
The U.S. Postal Service is reminding customers in Tennessee that Post Office locations will be closed and regular mail delivery will not occur on Presidents’ Day, Monday, Feb. 16, 2026.
City of Jackson's Mayoral Salary Committee meets
The City of Jackson's Mayoral Salary Committee met Monday to discuss an increase in the mayor's salary.
Mayor, city employees accused of misappropriating funds appears in court
The former mayor of the City of Martin, as well as two other employees, were back in court for allegedly misappropriating funds.
Pothole repair initiative underway across the Hub City
The snow and ice has passed, but one pesky problem has resurfaced.
THP sobriety checkpoints for February 2026
The Tennessee Highway Patrol has released a list of sobriety checkpoints across the state for February 2026.
Advice for homeowners who experienced damage during winter storm
Individual Assistance is still under federal review following the winter storm, but there are still some things you can do now.
Man sentenced to 15 years in TDOC for kidnapping and domestic assault
Monday, in the Circuit Court of Crockett County, Brandon Carroll was sentenced to serve 15 years in the Tennessee Department of Correction, with mandatory 60% service before parole eligibility.
