Kindness spreads in Haywood County for 7th annual tradition
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- One local community is making sure everyone has a smile on their face. "We need to have it more often in this town and everywhere else," said Brownsville resident…
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Local law enforcement receive training on gang, terrorist identification
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Thursday, select law enforcement groups from across West Tennessee participated in a class by the Rural Domestic Preparedness Consortium at the West Tennessee Regional Training Center. The attendees learned about…
McNairy County lawyer allegedly sent sexual texts to client
MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A McNairy County lawyer has been censured after sending inappropriate text messages to a client. A news release states Brian Jackson Petty was representing an indigent client regarding a dependent and neglect matter in Juvenile Court.…
Biden to double free COVID tests, add N95s, to fight omicron
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden says the government plans to double to 1 billion the rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests to be distributed free to Americans. Speaking at the White House on Thursday, Biden says his administration will also make…
Town hall on childcare, early education to be held in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- United Way of West Tennessee will present a town hall meeting regarding childcare and early education in Madison County. Parents, educators, and other officials who provide care or services to young children, particularly those 8-years-old or younger,…
Tennessee GOP release new US House map; Dems promise to sue
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Republicans have released their plan to split fast-growing Nashville into multiple congressional seats. The Wednesday announcement sparked alarm among Democratic leaders who warned the new map unfairly affects Black voters and will face legal challenges.…
COVID-19 cases surge in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new spike in COVID-19 cases is worrying local health leaders. "We've seen an increase, I think we reported 1,248 new cases since last Wednesday. I can tell you it's actually more than that because of the…
The Foundation names new Chief Financial Officer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation announces its newest member. The Foundation has announced Landon Taylor as the Chief Financial Officer. Taylor previously served as an accounting associate, joining the Foundation in October 2020. The West Tennessee Healthcare…
New Economic Development Coordinator named at Jackson Chamber
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Chamber is welcoming a new member to the team, but she is a familiar face. The Chamber has hired Rachel Tucker as the new Economic Development Coordinator. Tucker is a graduate of Union University and…
Jackson's newest 'Hub City Hero' announced
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson announced the name of the newest "Hub City Hero." Hannah Wall was selected as December's "Hub City Hero." Wall graduated from North Side High School in Jackson and is currently a sophomore at…
Church and Discovery Park to open 99-year-old cornerstone box
DRESDEN, Tenn. -- A church in Dresden and the Discovery Park of America are working together. Church leaders from Dresden's First United Methodist Church are working with artifact experts from Discovery Park of America in Union City to open and…
Weakley County Schools implements 'After School Scholars' program
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- In an effort to make sure no child is left behind, a local school system is implementing a tutoring program. Weakley County Schools has requested the assistance of more than 90 current, retired and student educators…
Mayor Conger recalls accomplishments, looks ahead during State of the City address
JACKSON, Tenn. -- City of Jackson Mayor Scott Conger delivered his annual State of the City address at this week's Rotary Club meeting. Mayor Conger started off his address…
Dresden still awaiting federal assistance for tornado recovery
DRESDEN, Tenn. -- In a town that has suffered loads of destruction following December's tornadoes, residents and leaders all have one question: Why has FEMA not yet declared it a disaster?…
Real estate course returning to Jackson State Community College
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is announcing the return of a real estate course to their campus. According to a news release, an affiliate broker class will be held on the JSCC campus by The Blues City Real…
