Law enforcement looking for those willing to serve
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is looking to hire new police officers. The starting salary for someone who is not certified to be a police officer is around $44,000. If…
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Crockett County student takes first place in essay contest
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A Crockett County student has placed first in a statewide essay contest. The news release says that William "Liam" Douthit, from Crockett County Elementary School, placed first in the pre-K through second grade level of the 2022…
New transportation plan aims to improve travel in Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A plan was released recently allowing drivers and businesses the opportunity to learn about future expansions. "The Governor has just recently announced his Tennessee Modernization Transportation Act of 2023,"…
Families receive free food in Crockett County
ALAMO, Tenn. -- The Northwest TN Economic Development Council, in cooperation with the United States Department of Agriculture, held a mobile food distribution Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 11 in Crockett County.…
Dr. Danielle Shutes to join Tyson Learning Center in Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Dr. Danielle Shutes has been named Center Director of Tyson Learning Center. A partnership between Tyson Foods and KinderCare, the Tyson Learning Center is the new child care facility that will support workers at Tyson Food's Humboldt…
Jackson native creates program for HBCU students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson native has been awarded for her passion in environmental and climate change. Tom's of Maine has started a new incubator program that awards five people across the country with funding…
Medina gas station catches fire
MEDINA, Tenn. -- A gas station caught on fire in a local town. The Medina Fire Department received a call concerning a fire at a local gas station around 2 p.m.…
Tickets available for Crystal Ball gala in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Symphony League is gearing up for their largest fundraiser of the year. The Crystal Ball is a gala style event held at the Carl Perkins Civic…
Legislators convene in Nashville for 113th General Assembly
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The next Tennessee General Assembly has arrived! The 113th assembly kicked off Tuesday in Nashville, and it came with the reelection of Lt. Governor Randy McNally as Speaker of the Senate. This is McNally's fourth term in…
Last Hub City Hero of 2022 named by city
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The next Hub City Hero has been named, and she is the last one for 2022! The City of Jackson says Martha Priddy, a local volunteer, was named the Hero for December of 2022. The city says…
'Operation Dark Crystal' executed in West Tennessee
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, in combination with several other agencies, made a large drug bust in Carroll County. Early Tuesday morning, local law enforcement executed what's being…
Jackson to host qualifying round for Tennessee Songwriters Week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A special opportunity is being offered for local songwriters. Jackson will be hosting an official qualifying round for Tennessee Songwriters Week. Honoring musicians, singers and music venues, Tennessee Songwriters…
Local hospital awarded for high-quality heart care
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County General Hospital is being recognized for their high-quality cardiovascular care. The American College of Cardiology has awarded the hospital with the HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence. According to a news release, the recognition…
Livingston's Soda Fountain to film for America's Best Restaurants
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The spotlight is shining on one local restaurant this week. Livingston's Soda Fountain in Brownsville will be featured by America's Best Restaurants. America's Best Restaurants is a national media and marketing company that recognizes local, independently-owned restaurants.…
Student retention discussed at first work session of 2023
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County Schools held their first work session of 2023. It came with updates on the Pope School project, Oman Arena, and school testing. More than $20 million…
