2023's Strawberry Fest to continue to Saturday
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The opening celebration was held for the Strawberry Festival in Humboldt on Monday. Those in attendance got the chance to watch a fireworks show at the Barker Memorial Stadium, and…
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Vigil for fallen law enforcement to be held this weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A special tribute is being held for fallen officers this weekend. The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund has announced that there are 556 names of US law enforcement officers…
Home invasions in Alamo under investigation
UPDATE (5/30/23): Home invasions continue in Crockett County; victim sexually assaulted CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Two homes within the same area were invaded early Monday morning in Crockett County. The Crockett County Sheriff's Department is…
Officer-involved shooting takes place at Wendy's in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Shortly before noon on Monday, tipsters alerted us to a possible shooting at Wendy’s on Vann Drive. Around noon at Wendy's on Vann Drive, multiple Jackson Police Department officers could be seen…
Residents voice concerns about 'putrid smell' from chicken barns
TRENTON, Tenn. -- At Monday's County Commission meeting in Gibson County, multiple Yorkville residents voiced their concerns about a "putrid smell" in the town. According to Tammy Ladd, a resident of Yorkville, this odor…
JPD K9 retires after 10 years of service
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local K9 is going into a well-deserved retirement. Officer K9 Pax has completed his time with the Jackson Police Department, but not after helping serve his community alongside Officer Jeremy Stines.…
Events this week in West Tennessee: May 8-14
Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Click here for a list of LIFELINE Blood Services’ mobile blood drives. Monday, May 8 Special Olympics Torch Run…
First responders earns 'Star Life Award'
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A local county first responders won an award. The Gibson County Emergency Medical Service won the "Star Life Award" for region that covers most of West Tennessee. The EMS Star…
Local students hear from veteran, doctor
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Students in Humboldt were able to hear from a veteran on Monday. U.S. Navy Veteran Dr. Russell Ledet spoke to Humboldt City School students at East Elementary and Humboldt Jr./Sr. High School. He shared his personal story,…
Police respond to incident at north Jackson Wendy's
UPDATE: JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department says around 11:45 a.m., officers headed to the 800 block of Vann Drive for a person wanted on felony warrants from Selmer. JPD says that when officers arrived, they attempted to make…
Bethel's Dr. Johnson, Dr. Lancaster announce retirement
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Retirements have been announced for two longtime faculty members at Bethel University. A news release states during the May 4 faculty meeting, Dr. Roger Johnson and Dr. David Lancaster confirmed…
Fundraiser to support food insecurity in Henry County
PARIS, Tenn. -- One organization is hosting a fundraiser to help feed those in need ahead of World Hunger Day on May 28. The Little Pantries of Henry County is selling t-shirts to support the little pantries located throughout the…
Rackets ready: Series of events coming to Jackson for National Tennis Month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As May marks National Tennis Month, a series of events in Jackson and Madison County aims to get players up and moving. According to a press release, tennis has been shown to have a significant positive impact…
Art exhibition recognizes West TN talents
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.---An art exhibition was held in a local city. As part of the week long Strawberry Festival, an art exhibition was held on Sunday at the West Tennessee Regional Art…
A local church celebrates 200 years
JACKSON, Tenn.---One church is celebrating 200 years of existence. First Presbyterian Church on North Highland Avenue has been celebrating 200 years of service with a variety of events. Sunday afternoon,…
