One fire chief steps down, another sworn in on Wednesday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson celebrated the retirement of one fire chief and the swearing in of a new one. Wednesday, the City of Jackson held a ceremony…
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731 Thrift, Velvet Rose Hair Studio open in Milan
MILAN, Tenn. -- Two new businesses have opened their doors in Milan. On Wednesday, a block party was held to celebrate the grand openings of 731 Thrift and Velvet Rose Hair Studio. 731 Thrift…
Jackson man gets life in prison for 2019 murder
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson man has been sentenced to life in prison after a 2019 murder. According to District Attorney General Jody Pickens, on February 23, a Madison County Grand Jury convicted 23-year-old…
Job fair to bring Chick-Fil-A truck to Lexington
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A job fair will bring a popular restaurant to a local city for the first time. Manpower will be hosting a community job fair on Tuesday, March 7. The Lexington branch is seeking to fill positions such…
Women's History Month • Week One
UPDATE 03/17/23 We recently had the opportunity to interview Lizzie Emmons, who at the time was the Executive Director of The Jackson Arts Council. However, since the time of our interview, Lizzie has taken on a new position. We wish…
Banquet held for scouts in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. – A banquet was held for scouts in West Tennessee. The 2023 Celebration of Scouting Banquet brought food, scouts, their families and friends to the Carl Perkins Civic Center…
Lisa Garner named CEO of theCO
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lisa Garner is taking on a new role at theCO. According to a news release, Garner is replacing Ben Ferguson. “I'm excited by Lisa's appointment as theCO's CEO, as her remarkable experience sets the stage for great…
Fatal shooting causes concerns about lethal self defense
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After last week's fatal shooting, questions have been asked about when you can use lethal self defense. February 20 in north Madison County, 22-year-old, Tyeasha Starks was fatally…
Selmer police respond to shots fired call
SELMER, Tenn. – The Selmer Police Department responded to a shots fired call on Tuesday. Officials with the department say their officers were dispatched around 11:30 a.m. to Cypress Street for the call. Officers found no one injured, but…
'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' coming to Martin
MARTIN, Tenn. -- "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" is coming to Martin. According to a news release, the University of Tennessee at Martin’s Vanguard Theatre will be putting on their performance created by John Gordon. The production, directed by…
Jackson students close Black History Month with special celebration
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students at Jackson Central-Merry celebrated the last day of the national Black History Month with guest speakers, performers, and presentations. This year's theme was titled "Black Resistance: Looking…
Local Arby's donates $6,500 to Carl Perkins Center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Arby's is giving back to communities by donating thousands of dollars to a local organization. Tuesday morning, Arby's presented a check of $6,500 to the Carl Perkins Center.…
UT Martin seeks new chancellor, Carver taking new role
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee System is seeking a new chancellor for UT Martin. Chancellor Keith Carver, who has held the role for more than six years, has accepted a new position as senior vice chancellor/senior vice president…
Former TN deputy charged with aggravated rape
PERRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A former deputy is charged with aggravated rape and official misconduct, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. TBI says 31-year-old Jonathan Allen Kelly, a former Perry…
Whiteville challenges 2020 Census population numbers
WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- One local town filed an appeal, challenging its 2020 Census population numbers. The US Census Bureau released their 2020 Population Census. Officials with the town of Whiteville noticed…
