Local bakery feels the effects of a national shortage
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Egg prices have soared to historically high prices. Although households across the country are feeling the effects, so are the places that need them the most. For the…
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Two schools host open houses
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two schools in the Jackson-Madison County School System held open houses Monday night. Jackson Central-Merry Early College High School held their open house, giving future students and parents a chance to see what the school has…
Authorities investigating fire in vacant home
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Authorities are investigating a fire at a home in the Hub City. Firefighters were called to a house fire on Daugherty Street in east Jackson. Authorities say it is a vacant home and no one was…
Official: 7 killed in California community; suspect arrested
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. (AP) — Seven people were killed in two related shootings Monday at a mushroom farm and a trucking firm in a coastal community south of San Francisco, and a suspect was in custody, officials said. San…
CBD store celebrating with donation to animal care center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For customer appreciation week, a local CBD store is serving the community by working with a local animal shelter. Sunmed is celebrating their third anniversary by giving…
US proposes once-a-year COVID shots for most Americans
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health officials want to make COVID-19 vaccinations more like the annual flu shot. The Food and Drug Administration on Monday proposed a simplified approach for future vaccination efforts, allowing most adults and children to get…
Haywood sheriff gives update on Britney Watson
SEE ALSO: Hearing reveals details in Watson murder case HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A missing woman's body has been identified. Kevin Watson turned himself in on Friday after evading police for almost a week, and he was charged with the…
Events this Week in West Tennessee: Jan. 23-29
Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Note: LIFELINE Blood Services has announced an urgent need for blood donations. Click here for mobile blood drive locations this month.…
JPD investigating shooting on Idlewild Street
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on Idlewild Street in east Jackson. Sunday evening, officers responded to a call of gunshots in the area. When they arrived on scene, they found an individual with…
Monday fire highlights importance of smoke alarms
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- A fire in Hardin County highlighted the importance of smoke alarms, says the Hardin County Fire Department. The Hardin County Fire Department says that around 10 minutes past midnight on Monday, their firefighters responded to…
FHU introduces improved version of Annual Bible Lectureship app
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University is introducing a new app to assist Lectureship visitors. FHU Lectureship Director Doug Burleson says FHU has released a new and improved version of its Annual Bible Lectureship app. A news release states the app…
Is tipping getting out of control? Many consumers say yes
NEW YORK (AP) — Across the country, there’s a silent frustration brewing about an age-old practice that many say is getting out of hand: tipping. Some fed-up consumers are posting rants on social media complaining about tip requests at drive-thrus,…
New pill treats diabetic cats without daily insulin shots
When Mark Winternheimer’s 12-year-old tabby cat was diagnosed with diabetes last year, the treatment was daunting: twice-daily injections of insulin, an implanted monitor and frequent visits to the vet. Despite their qualms, Winternheimer and his wife, Courtnee, of New Albany,…
Mom: Tyre Nichols was nearly home when police 'murdered' him
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Tyre Nichols' mother says her son was 80 yards (73 meters) from home when Memphis police officers “murdered him” during a violent confrontation that happened during a traffic stop. A portrait of…
Body found in Henderson County on Monday
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Local law enforcement are investigating a body found on the side of the road. Henderson County Sheriff's Department are investigating a body that was found on the…
