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Tensions run high at local city council meeting

DECATURVILLE, Tenn. -- A local city council meeting got heated after a debate about the mayor being accused of not consulting with the council over having the town's police station demolished. According to Alderman Cassi Keeton, Mayor Tim Grace allegedly…

GALLERY: Couples enjoy romantic dinner at state park

WILDERSVILLE, Tenn. -- Many couples enjoyed a romantic dinner at a local state park. Natchez Trace State Park held a Valentine's Day dinner Tuesday night. Couples enjoyed ribeye steaks and grilled chicken breast at the Pin Oak Lodge in…

Local florists see Valentine's Day rush

JACKSON, Tenn. -- February 14 marks Valentine's Day, a day for romance and appreciation towards loved ones. Although some may plan ahead, there are others that wait until the actual day to buy gifts. Valentine's Day can be hectic for…

How to prep your lawn for severe weather

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- With severe weather on the way, here are some ways to properly prepare to avoid damages to your property. Those tips include making sure items like trash cans, patio furniture, and other outside items are stored properly.…

Jackson State offering select degrees, certificates online

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is now offering some of their degrees and certificates online. JSCC says thanks to a grant of $2.2 million from the Tennessee Board of Regents, their college will be working to create online…

West TN teacher suspended amid 'inappropriate conduct' allegations

BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local teacher is under investigation after accusations emerge. Benton County Schools Director Mark Florence confirms a teacher at the Benton County Career and Technical Center has been suspended. The school system says the suspension is…

UM Lambuth shares planetarium's March schedule

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Wanting to learn more about the sky above us? Then look to the University of Memphis Lambuth! Tuesday, the university released the M. D. Anderson Planetarium schedule for March of 2023. The schedule includes: Friday, March 3,…

UT Martin hosts 'I AM MAN' photography display

MARTIN, Tenn. -- Photographs of the Civil Rights Movement are being displayed at the University of Tennessee at Martin. The news release says that "I AM A MAN: Photographs…

Session on Civil War Trails to be held Feb. 27

UNION CITY, Tenn. -- A Zoom session on Civil War Trails in northwest Tennessee is coming later this month. According to a news release from Discovery Park of America, the…

First Hub City Hero for 2023 named by city

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The first Hub City Hero of 2023 has been named! Tuesday, the City of Jackson announced Dianne Sherrod as the Hub City Hero for January. The city…

West Tennessean faces vandalism, arson charges

ANDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A West Tennessean is facing charges for arson on the other side of the state. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, their agents began investigating a fire at a rehabilitation clinic in Norris, which is…

GALLERY: Parents put on their Sunday best for Cuties Day Ball

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Mothers and fathers put on their Sunday best to show up for their Valentine. Washington Douglass Head Start hosted their Valentine's Cuties Day Ball Tuesday morning. The event was held to show the importance of parents…

Students gather for African American Youth Leadership Summit

JACKSON, Tenn. -- An event hosted by University of Tennessee at Martin brings students together in person after being held virtually for the last two years. "This is for African American students, letting them know that they are the leaders…

Students perform 'Hats' at local school

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Second and third graders showed off their hard work.   Monday night, Jackson Christian School students performed their theatre skills through their performance of "Hats." The event was held…

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