JMCSS Jackson Leadership Conference lets teachers share knowledge
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The new school year is just around the corner, and teachers are making sure they're ready to lead a successful academic school year. Jackson-Madison County teachers…
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Food Truck Spotlight: Coastal Connections
Seafood lovers in the Hub City may want to listen up! This week on Food Truck Spotlight, we're visiting Coastal Connections at their new location in Jackson. Owner Leon O'Neal is originally from Florida and he's bringing his seafood…
Councilman shares what to expect from I-CARE Community Summit
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Leaders are coming together to improve ways in preventing crime. United States Attorney Joseph C. Murphy Jr., United States Marshal Tyreece Miller, along with the Jackson City…
Milan school teachers getting over $32,000 in grants
MILAN, Tenn. -- Grants totaling over $32,000 are going to help Milan students with their education. The nonprofit Milan Endowment for Growth in Academics is providing 29 grants to the Milan Special School District, according to a news release.…
Two groups host workshop to bring awareness to human trafficking
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two groups held a workshop to save lives last week. Sisters With Aspiring Goals, or SWAG, and the City's Recreation and Parks Department held the Dangers of Human Trafficking Teen and Parent Workshop. Officials with the…
What to know ahead of August 4 Election
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It is almost time for the the August 4 State and Federal Primary and County General Election. In Madison County, voters are anticipating the mayoral, sheriff, and some…
Milan police respond to shooting near Rose Garden Apartments
MILAN, Tenn. -- The Milan Police Department is addressing a shooting near a local apartment complex. According to Chief Bobby Sellers, officers responded to possible shots fired near Rose Garden Apartments on Ellis Street around 6 p.m. Tuesday night. Police…
Former Madison County deputy indicted for assaulting inmate
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A former Madison County deputy has been indicted following an investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. According to a news release, TBI agents began investigating an allegation involving Edward James Vince in May 2021. The…
MISSING: 29-year-old Austin Carlton from Obion area
OBION, Tenn. -- A family is searching for a missing man from the Obion County area. The Obion Police Department confirms a missing person report has been filed for 29-year-old Austin Clay Carlton. Family says Carlton's whereabouts have been unknown…
National Night Out held in Milan
MILAN, Tenn. -- A local community came together to stand against crime. Milan held their National Night Out event at the GCST Polk Clark High School. The event is a…
Books of Madison County fundraiser to be held Aug. 16
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual event made its return. Preparations are underway for the 11th Books of Madison County fundraiser. It's the biggest event of the year to…
Two art shows open in the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Art enthusiasts can view two exhibits, which are now open in the Hub City. Art Boks Studio and Gallery is curating two shows from now until the end of August. The first is a punk rock…
Madison County sheriff candidates make their case to voters
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two candidates are running for the Madison County sheriff race: Independent candidate Marc Byrum, and Republican candidate Julian Wiser. Byrum says he is familiar with the way the sheriff's…
Suspect arrested in connection to fatal April shooting in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department says a man has been indicted and arrested in connection to a fatal April shooting. The department says that 19-year-old Christopher Hines has been arrested in the shooting of Charles Tyus, Jr., who…
UT Martin receives anonymous donation
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin has been given an anonymous donation. According to a news release, the university has been given the Overcast Family Professorship for Excellence in Construction Management Endowment, which will go to help…
