Facebook has 3 billion users. Many of them are old.
Facebook says it is not dead. Facebook also wants you to know that it is not just for “old people,” as young people have been saying for years. FILE - An iPhone displays the Facebook app…
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Residents voice concerns about 'putrid smell' from chicken barns
TRENTON, Tenn. -- At Monday's County Commission meeting in Gibson County, multiple Yorkville residents voiced their concerns about a "putrid smell" in the town. According to Tammy Ladd, a resident of Yorkville, this odor…
JPD K9 retires after 10 years of service
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local K9 is going into a well-deserved retirement. Officer K9 Pax has completed his time with the Jackson Police Department, but not after helping serve his community alongside Officer Jeremy Stines.…
Events this week in West Tennessee: May 8-14
Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Click here for a list of LIFELINE Blood Services’ mobile blood drives. Monday, May 8 Special Olympics Torch Run…
First responders earns 'Star Life Award'
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A local county first responders won an award. The Gibson County Emergency Medical Service won the "Star Life Award" for region that covers most of West Tennessee. The EMS Star…
Local students hear from veteran, doctor
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Students in Humboldt were able to hear from a veteran on Monday. U.S. Navy Veteran Dr. Russell Ledet spoke to Humboldt City School students at East Elementary and Humboldt Jr./Sr. High School. He shared his personal story,…
Police respond to incident at north Jackson Wendy's
UPDATE: JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department says around 11:45 a.m., officers headed to the 800 block of Vann Drive for a person wanted on felony warrants from Selmer. JPD says that when officers arrived, they attempted to make…
Bethel's Dr. Johnson, Dr. Lancaster announce retirement
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Retirements have been announced for two longtime faculty members at Bethel University. A news release states during the May 4 faculty meeting, Dr. Roger Johnson and Dr. David Lancaster confirmed…
Fundraiser to support food insecurity in Henry County
PARIS, Tenn. -- One organization is hosting a fundraiser to help feed those in need ahead of World Hunger Day on May 28. The Little Pantries of Henry County is selling t-shirts to support the little pantries located throughout the…
Rackets ready: Series of events coming to Jackson for National Tennis Month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As May marks National Tennis Month, a series of events in Jackson and Madison County aims to get players up and moving. According to a press release, tennis has been shown to have a significant positive impact…
Art exhibition recognizes West TN talents
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.---An art exhibition was held in a local city. As part of the week long Strawberry Festival, an art exhibition was held on Sunday at the West Tennessee Regional Art…
A local church celebrates 200 years
JACKSON, Tenn.---One church is celebrating 200 years of existence. First Presbyterian Church on North Highland Avenue has been celebrating 200 years of service with a variety of events. Sunday afternoon,…
Shiloh will offer upcoming ranger led program
SHILOH, Tenn.---Local park will offer an upcoming ranger led program. According to information from Shiloh National Military Park, Saturday, May 13, the park will offer a ranger led hike entitled “Johnston's Last Fight.” Albert Sidney JohnstonCourtesy…
Stabbing under investigation in Selmer
SELMER, Tenn. ---Stabbing suspect in custody in Selmer. According to information from the Selmer Police Department, a suspect is in custody after a person was stabbed at a local gas station on Saturday morning. The stabbing took place at Murphy's…
A new festival celebrates creativity in the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn.--- An exciting new festival kicks off in the Hub City. The first ever Vintage Makers Music and Arts Festival, a free two-day event taking place celebrating art, music, and community…
