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Vintage Ball set celebrate women on September 7

JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual event celebrating women takes a nostalgic turn as the Vintage Ball returns to the Hub City. The event is scheduled for Thursday, September 7 at The…

Morning shooting in Crockett County under investigation

CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Crockett County Sheriff's Department says an investigation is underway into a shooting on Tuesday. According to the Sheriff's Department, around 10:48 a.m., dispatchers received a call of a person being shot near the Crockett Mills…

Police confirm pedestrian struck by vehicle in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police confirm a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in Jackson on Tuesday morning. According to Jackson Police Department's Police to Citizen resource, the incident occurred shortly before 10 a.m. near the intersection of North Highland Avenue…

Arrest made during drug bust at Hardin County home

HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- A person was arrested on multiple charges after a search warrant was executed in Hardin County. According to the Hardin County Sheriff's Office, a narcotic-related search warrant…

50th Tater Town Special begins

GLEASON, Tenn. -- The 50th Tater Town Special commenced Monday in downtown Gleason. At the current event, residents had the opportunity to participate in the Tater Town Block Party, enjoying…

Collapse of railroad bridge leads to derailment

MILAN, Tenn. -- There was a train derailment in Milan over the weekend. According to the Milan Fire Department, a railroad bridge collapsed near the Dreamwood Street vicinity. The collapse was attributed to…

Gibson County Fair returns for 168th year

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A popular fair has returned to West Tennessee as the 2023 Gibson County Fair commenced its opening day. The event promises excitement with offerings suitable for all…

Simmons Shoe Store closing in Humboldt

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. – After serving the local community and many others for over a century, Simmons Shoe Store, a beloved fixture of Humboldt, announced its closure. According to store owner…

Soybean Festival set for Sept. 2-9 in Martin

MARTIN, Tenn. – This year’s Tennessee Soybean Festival is set for September 2 through September 9 in Martin. The music headliners for this year's festival will be “Cheap Trick” on September…

Six new teachers join FHU faculty

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Six new teachers will join the Freed-Hardeman University faculty this fall, according to Dr. C.J. Vires, vice president for academics and provost at FHU. According to a press release, the new members of the faculty are:…

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