How proper car care helps save gas
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With gas prices on a steady incline, drivers are making sure they get the most out of their gas tank. And Joshua Burns Jr., with Old Hickory Car Care, says vehicle upkeep…
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Drug used in sexual assaults seized from baby food package in Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Illegal drugs were seized from a package containing baby food in Memphis earlier this month. According to a release, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers examined a package at an international port in Memphis on March…
Gibson Co. authorities seek woman who allegedly stole from church
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Sheriff's Department needs help identifying a theft suspect. According to the department, the female driving the vehicle in these photos allegedly stole property from a church in Yorkville. The incident took place…
Opioid crisis victims confront Purdue Pharma's owners
NEW YORK (AP) — Victims of opioids and those who have lost loved ones to the addiction crisis are unleashing their emotions on members of the family they blame for fueling the deadly epidemic. Thursday’s unusual hearing is being conducted…
Bicentennial committee recruiting vocalists for 200 Voice Choir
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County's year-long Bicentennial celebration will end with a grand finale this fall, and vocalists from around the area are being asked to join the fun. The Bicentennial Commission is recruiting singers to join The 200 Voice…
USDA funds prevention study after 2021 Tennessee floods
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Federal officials say they are funding a project that will look into what infrastructure could help prevent further flooding in a community where rushing waters killed 20 people. A U.S. Department of Agriculture news release says…
Local university hosts first global affairs forum
MARTIN, Tenn. --UT Martin hosted its first global affairs forum and one of the the panelists says the amount of people that showed up was more than what they expected.…
Congressman Kustoff urges Pres. Biden to approve disaster declaration for Tennessee
WASHINGTON, D.C.--U.S. Representative David Kustoff sent a letter to President Biden urging him to quickly approve Governor Lee's request for a major disaster declaration for Tennessee. This comes in the wake of severe winter storms that occurred in West Tennessee…
Delivery drivers feel the hurt caused by higher gas prices
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Whether it is regular mid-grade or premium, everyone is feeling the effects of increased gas prices. And with the rise of prices at the pump, we could be seeing a…
Experts spread awareness during National Kidney Month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The month of March is National Kidney Month, and experts are spreading awareness about kidney disease. Your kidneys can be compared to an air filtration system for your body. They're responsible…
New nutrition place opens in West Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you're needing a pick-me-up to help with your day, but don't want to make the commute across town, we have a solution for you. Nutrition on Hollywood is the…
Milan Elementary program honored by state
MILAN, Tenn. -- Milan students and teachers are being recognized for their academic program. The Tennessee State Department visited Milan Elementary School Wednesday morning to celebrate and honor the work district teachers…
Community welcome to help celebrate poetry contest winners
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Griot Collective of West Tennessee is welcoming the community to join them in celebrating the winners of its poetry contest. The Collective says it will be hosting its 2022 Black History Month Poetry Contest Winners Ceremony…
Bill ending suspension of driver's license over child support fails
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Legislation has been proposed to remove a driver's license as license that can be taken away due to no child support payments. The legislation -- proposed by Rep. Harold M. Love, Jr. in the House and Sen.…
Dove Award-winning Sidewalk Prophets to perform in Henderson
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- The Dove Award-winning band Sidewalk Prophets are coming to Henderson. The band will be performing at the Williams Auditorium on April 23 at 7 p.m. Sidewalk Prophets' hits include “The Words I Would Say,” “You Love Me…
