Lexington police chief retires after 32 years of service
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A celebration of retirement was held for Lexington Police Chief Roger Loftin. "Absolutely. They pulled one over on me. I asked them not to make a whole…
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Court: Teacher wearing MAGA hat fell under protected speech
VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) — The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of a former teacher in Vancouver, Washington, concluding that his wearing a hat supporting former President Donald Trump to school was protected speech under the First…
Christian graves desecrated in historic Jerusalem cemetery
JERUSALEM (AP) — More than 30 graves at a historic Christian cemetery in Jerusalem were found toppled and vandalized, the diocese said Wednesday, jolting the Christian minority in the contested city. A head stone is toppled…
Local sorority to host swim class for kids
UPDATE (1/5/23): All spots are currently full, however you may still call to be placed on their wait list. JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local sorority is hosting a swim class for kids! Swim 1922, which is set for February 4,…
Suspect leads authorities on search in Madison County
MADSION COUNTY, Tenn. -- On Wednesday morning around 7:40, a tipster let us know about a large police presence near Cotton Grove Road in Madison County. We arrived on scene shortly…
Tennessee National Guard rescues Appalachian Trail hikers
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee National Guard says it has used a military helicopter to rescue two hikers who were stranded on the Appalachian Trail. In a news release, the Guard says the hikers were stranded on Dec. 31…
Discovery Park announces construction of new outdoor stage
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- The Discovery Park of America is announcing an exciting addition. A new 700-square-foot outdoor entertainment stage is under construction as an addition to their Rotary Pavillion. According…
Mega Millions jackpot climbs to $940M after no winner
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The Mega Millions jackpot increased to an estimated $940 million after another drawing resulted in plenty of losers but not a single grand prize winner. A customer fills out a Mega…
Fisherman dies after falling into cold Tennessee lake
MORRISTOWN, Tenn. (AP) — A man who was fishing with his son on an east Tennessee lake has died after falling from a boat into the cold water, wildlife officials said. Jeremy Gene Keen, 47, and his 14-year-old son were…
Jackson Christian Theatre to present 'The Sound of Music'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local stage will be "alive with the sound of music" this month. The Jackson Christian School Theatre program is presenting the classic musical on January 12 through 14.…
Health dept. welcomes Ginger Rowsey as new PIO
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department is welcoming a new member to their team. Veteran journalist and public relations professional Ginger Rowsey has been hired as the new Public Information Officer, replacing Mallory Cooke. Cooke left the…
Collapse of NFL player Damar Hamlin highlights importance of AEDs
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Monday night, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field during the first quarter of the Cincinnati Bengals and Buffalo Bills game. According to the NFL, Hamlin…
Tennessee names Arizona official as Correction commissioner
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee announced a new Department of Correction commissioner on Tuesday. Frank Strada is deputy director for the Arizona Department of Corrections, where he oversees prison operations, inmate programs, public affairs, facilities management and financial services, according…
USJ to present "Murder on the Orient Express'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Murder on the Orient Express is coming to the Hub City. The University School of Jackson will be presenting the show, along with a dinner on January 13 and January 14. Each day will have a…
Transgender Missouri inmate executed for fatal stabbing
BONNE TERRE, Mo. (AP) — A Missouri inmate was put to death Tuesday for a 2003 killing, becoming what is believed to be the first transgender woman executed in the U.S. FILE - This photo provided by…
