JCM Early College High's Bob Sparks named West TN Teacher of the Year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- JCM Early College High is home to the newly titled West Tennessee Teacher of the Year, Bob Sparks. Sparks was surprised on Friday afternoon by Blue…
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Substance abuse prevention focus of two-day summit in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local coalition is educating organizations on the war on drugs. The Jackson-Madison Prevention Coalition hosted their 2nd Annual Prevention Summit in Jackson. "We focus on substance use…
FHU Theatre to present 'Holmes And Watson' this month
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A mystery filled with twists, turns and red herrings is coming to the stage in Henderson this month. Courtesy: FHU / FHU senior theatre major Courtney Willcut directs "Holmes And Watson" as her…
Local pastors hold prayer vigil honoring Eliza Fletcher in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jacksonians gathered in downtown Jackson to pay tribute to Eliza Fletcher and pray for her family. The prayer group prayed for the kindergarten teacher and mother of two's…
Madison County Mayor AJ Massey announces proclamation for MIA & POW Day
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A proclamation that honors soldiers was announced in Jackson Friday morning. Madison County Mayor AJ Massey announces the proclamation for "MIA and POW Day" that…
Notable Gospel great, West Tenn. native recognized, honored by Lane College
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee native is honored by a local college during a special musical performance held on campus this evening. As part of this week's music symposium,…
Daughters of the American Revolution celebrate National Constitution Week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This upcoming week marks the 235th anniversary of one of the most important documents in the founding of America: The United States Constitution. Locally, the Jackson-Madison County Chapter Daughters…
Local school system recognizes students' talents
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Madison County school board held their monthly meeting, showing recognition to those who modeled the school system's mission. “We had a display of student recognition. We…
Agenda review held ahead of commission meeting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An agenda review meeting was held to see what will be discussed at this month's commission meeting. Many newly elected commissioners were in attendance for the review, as…
Lane College welcomes Grammy-winning artist to Gospel Symposium
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local college has welcomed a famous gospel singer on to their campus. Lane College is holding their Gospel Symposium, and will open the campus to the community in…
Jackson International Food & Art Festival to return this October
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson and several other community partners announced the activities surrounding the 8th Annual Jackson International Food and Art Festival. Courtesy: Jackson…
Intent to bring charter school to Jackson-Madison Co. met with opposition at public hearing
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new option for education may be heading to Madison County, but is being met with opposition. The State Charter Commission held a public hearing with the Jackson-Madison…
Union City police link vehicle to two shootings, seek public assistance
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- The Union City Police Department is seeking the public's help in investigating two shootings. According to a social media post by the department, police investigated two shootings…
The fun continues at the West Tennessee State Fair
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Wednesday was Day Two of the West Tennessee State Fair, and the fun continues. This week the fair has a number of exhibits, plus the traditional rides, games,…
Fire crews work to put out house fire in northeast Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson fire crews were working the scene of house fire Wednesday night. According to the Jackson Police Department, the fire began around 8:15 p.m. The house fire was located near the…
