2 airlifted after wreck involving motorcycle in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Multiple injuries are reported following a wreck Wednesday afternoon in Jackson. Around 3:30 p.m., tipsters…
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Library to launch new podcast; trailer out now
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new podcast for trivia lovers and book nerds is launching soon. According to the Jackson-Madison County Library, "Facts from the Stacks" is set to launch on April 26. New episodes will be posted every other Wednesday,…
Mayors seek help with weather alert station facing issues
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Local mayors are looking to elected federal officials after outages at a weather alert station. According to the news release, the National Weather Service weather alert repeater station in Vale has gone offline at least six…
Agencies discuss arrest of woman accused of shooting person in head
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A woman was arrested Tuesday for allegedly shooting someone in the head. Bobbie Delk, 60, was arrested on Tuesday, according to a news release. She was wanted by…
West Tennessee Strawberry Festival returns in May
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The Humboldt community is preparing for the return of a decades-old tradition. The 85th Annual West Tennessee Strawberry Festival will be held from Sunday, May 7 through Saturday, May 13. According to the festival's website, it is…
Governor calls on legislators to pass ‘Order of Protection’ Bill
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Gov. Bill Lee is calling on state legislators to pass an "Order of Protection" law. Gov. Bill Lee responds to questions during a news conference Tuesday, April 11, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. Lee…
ADORABLE NEWS: Kids receive visit from lineworkers
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- In some adorable news, kids at the Gibson County Library received a visit for Lineworker Appreciation Day. Employees from Gibson EMC stopped by to see the "Book Worms" children's class, giving the little book worms…
6th annual Crawfest to benefit local nonprofit
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Shrimp, burgers, and crawfish all for a good cause? A weekend event has you covered. The sixth annual Crawfest event is being held to support the Scarlet Rope Project this weekend at Hub City Brewing. This event…
HOTWORX to host Stress Awareness Month Event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One business says they are joining in on Stress Awareness Month. According to a news release from HOTWORX, their Jackson location will be holding a Stress Awareness Month Event on April 27. HOTWORX says the event will…
Tea party event to bring mothers, daughters together
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local school is hosting an event to bring mothers and daughters together. Jackson Christian School's Alpha Omega will present their "Mommy, Me and Tea" event on Saturday, April 22. Guests are invited to dress in their…
New industry comes to West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A company called 6K Energy announced Tuesday that they chose Jackson for the location of their brand new manufacturing site. The factory, which is scheduled to open in…
$25k in scholarships go to high school seniors
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Leaders Education Foundation awarded several scholarships during their fourth annual meeting Tuesday night. The foundation works to make lives better for students and teachers by awarding scholarships…
Man faces charges for shooting at Jackson gas station
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man if facing multiple charges after a shooting last week. According to a court document, Maurice Savalas Porter allegedly blocked in another person who was at the gas pumps at the Exxon on North Highland Avenue…
FEMA disaster recovery center opens in McNairy County
MCNAIRY,TENN. -- FEMA has opened a disaster recovery center in McNairy County to act as a one-stop shop for those who are in need of assistance after recent storms. “When they come…
43rd Tennessee Iris Festival to begin next week
DRESDEN, Tenn. -- One city's biggest event is scheduled to kick off next week. The 43rd annual Tennessee Iris Festival is scheduled for April 29 through May 6 in Dresden. It was…
