2022 Toy of the Year to be named at Dallas event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The 2022 Toy of the Year Award Banquet will be held Tuesday night in Dallas. Toys are nominated by meeting a variety of criteria such as innovation, playability, and…
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Girl Scout's project brings impressive addition to Madison Academic campus
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Girl Scouts are known to build courage, confidence, and various skills that will help them not only in their lives, but in the community. Amanda Smith is a…
Walk to End Alzheimer's coming to Union University campus
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Alzheimer's Association is bringing one of its largest events to raise awareness and funds. The Walk to End Alzheimer's will take place at Union University's campus on October…
National conference held in one of West Tennessee's oldest classrooms
SELMER, Tenn. – One honor’s society conference is taking place in one of West Tennessee's oldest classrooms. The Sigma Gamma Epsilon honor society held their 46th biannual conference at the Coon Creek Science Center, hosted by the University of…
South Side students learn dangers of impaired driving
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Driving can be a dangerous activity without the proper awareness and attention needed to be safe. South Side High School participated in the Arrive Alive Tour on Tuesday morning.…
SWAT, negotiators respond to hostage situation in Hardeman County
UPDATE (9/22/22): TBI announces arrest, details in Hardeman County standoff HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities are currently responding to a hostage situation in Hardeman County. According to Hardeman County Sheriff John Doolen, two people are being held inside a house…
Benton County deputies respond to accidental child overdose
HOLLADAY, Tenn. -- The Benton County Sheriff's Department responded to a report of an accidental child overdose. According to dispatch, the incident took place Monday, September 19 in the Holladay area. Police say deputies and EMS responded to the scene,…
All U.S. adults under 65 should be regularly screened for anxiety, health panel says
(AP) -- An influential health guidelines group says U.S. doctors should regularly screen adults for anxiety. It’s the first time the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has recommended anxiety screening in primary care for adults without symptoms. The report released…
Tennessee man, 3-year-old grandson die in house fire
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee man and his 3-year-old grandson have died in a house fire, officials said. The Knoxville Fire Department responded early Monday to a blaze with two people trapped inside, news outlets reported, citing a statement…
44th Annual Chester County BBQ Festival coming to Henderson
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- The Chester County community is coming together for the love of great food. The 44th Annual Chester County BBQ Festival returns to Henderson this week. A few events earlier in the week, including a parade and a…
City officials meet with community at local church
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church hosts a community meeting to address concerns and issues for District 4 in the Hub City. A community meeting was held Monday night at the…
Starlight Symphony returns to Jackson this Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Symphony is preparing for their 44th Annual showing of The Starlight Symphony this Saturday. "This weekend is a huge event for people that are local to Jackson.…
A.J. Massey attends first County Commission meeting as Mayor
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Commission held its monthly meeting Monday. The meeting was held at the West Tennessee AgResearch and Eduction Center. On the agenda was the consideration of…
Old Hickory Rotary Club honors late Shirley Jones with donation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Old Hickory Rotary Club met Monday to honor a long-time member. Shirley Jones was a dedicated member of the Jackson Old Hickory Rotary Club and an employee…
Discovery Park to host First Amendment Festival in Union City
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- This weekend, Discovery Park of America will be hosting their first ever First Amendment Festival in Union City. There will be various activities for all ages, including…
