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Search continues for missing boater

UPDATE:  4/1/23 According to TWRA, the body believed to be that of missing boater, 79-year-old William Mayfield from Silerton, TN was recovered April 1 on the Tennessee River. The body is being sent for an autopsy for positive identification. The…

Jackson mayoral candidates attend first debate

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A mayoral debate was held in the Hub City, allowing candidates the chance to make their voices heard. News Talk 96.5's Dan Reaves moderated the debate Thursday at North Side High School. They were asked various…

Go Red for Women held in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual event was held in the Hub City to raise awareness for the number one killer of women: cardiovascular disease. The American Heart Association hosted the 2023 West Tennessee Go Red for Women event at…

JTA budget topic of discussion at Thursday meeting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson's Budget Committee met Thursday morning. Among the topics discussed was the Jackson Transit Authority. According to city council member Paul Taylor, JTA over-budgeted the city's commitment and over-budgeted their passenger revenues to the…

Crockett County gets first rural blood program

CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Crockett County Ambulance Service can now administer blood to patients before they reach the hospital. The Tennessee Department of Health EMS board authorized the group. LIFELINE Blood Services CEO John Miller said this new service…

Rummage Sale returns to support university's students

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- The Freed-Hardeman University Associates are having their annual Spring Rummage Sale at the Henderson National Guard Armory. The Associates is a women's organization, whose members volunteer their time and money to raise funds for scholarships to…

Local college launches 'Go Green' Tour

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is meeting with prospective students across West Tennessee to showcase their different programs and to award scholarships. The "Go Green Tour" is providing up to $10,000 in scholarships as they visit 10…

Photographers sought for Henry County event

HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Any and all photographers are invited to a photography showcase in Henry County. The upcoming Captured Moments: 31st Annual Photography Showcase is free to join in on, but registration must be done by April 17 at…

Rudin pleads guilty to charge in opioid investigation

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A former physician involved in a massive federal opioid investigation has entered a guilty plea. Andrew Rudin appeared before Judge J. Daniel Breen at the U.S. District Court in Jackson on Wednesday. Court records show that Rudin…

Toyota Boshoku facility in Jackson to expand, add to workforce

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A major expansion is moving into the Hub City.   Automotive parts supplier, Toyota Boshoku Tennessee, LLC will be investing $54 million in metal stamping manufacturing operations. “This marks another significant milestone for our company. This expansion…

GALLERY: Jackson dog show begins, to continue into weekend

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Dog handlers and breeders from all across the nation are competing in the Hub City. Thursday marked the first day of the dog show in Jackson. This competition is being held at the Jackson Fairgrounds, which…

80s pop icon Tiffany performing 2 shows in West Tennessee

HENDERSON & MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- An 80s music icon will be performing two concerts in West Tennessee this May. Pop singer Tiffany is bringing her nationwide "Shadows" tour to venues in Henderson and McKenzie. Tiffany earned two U.S. #1 hit…

1 dead, 1 arrested after fatal shooting in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting from Wednesday night. According to JPD, around 8:55 p.m. on March 22, officers were dispatched to the 100 block of West Deadrick…

Inaugural festival to celebrate art, music in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A two-day festival celebrating art and music in the community is on its way. The inaugural Vintage Makers Music and Arts Festival will take place in downtown Jackson on May 6-7. The free event will feature over…

3 arrests made in Henderson County drug bust

HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Three people are arrested in connection to a drug bust and stolen property. According to Tracey Grisham with the Henderson County Sheriff's Department, they received information about…

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