Horizons returns to Freed-Hardeman University
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- One of the biggest events at a local university is returning. Horizons, hosted annually at Freed-Hardeman University for youth, is one of many events making a comeback after…
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Bethel University returns to normal ahead of 2021 fall semester
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Bethel University is preparing to go back to normal starting in the fall semester. This year Bethel will offer face-to-face registration every Friday. Students will be able…
Jackson police utilize new camera technology
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police have arrested a suspect in a Illinois homicide thanks to a new technology. JPD says around 10:15 p.m. on July 2, the new Flock Safety Camera Systems alerted officers to a car reported stolen in…
UT's Summer Celebration to be held on Thursday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Calling all gardeners, novice and master alike. Thursday is the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture's Summer Celebration, where you can learn the latest on gardening. Staff…
Jackson police seek vehicle involved in hit and run
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police are asking for the public's assistance in identifying a vehicle believed to be involved in a hit and run on July 3. Investigators say the vehicle is believed to have hit a motorcyclist in the…
Preliminary crash report released on June plane crash in Mercer
MERCER, Tenn. -- The National Transportation Safety Board has released a preliminary report on a June 21 plane crash in Mercer. The Associated Press identified the pilot as Memphis businessman George Cates. The report says the plane, a Cirrus SR227,…
Jeff Foxworthy to speak at 57th Annual FHU Benefit Dinner
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University announced Jeff Foxworthy will be the speaker for this year's benefit dinner. FHU says that the comedian and best-selling author will be the headline for the university's 57th annual dinner. The university says that Foxworthy…
Department of Health shares videos on summertime safety
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Health is sharing summer safety videos. The videos address an summertime pests, like mosquitoes, sun and heat safety, as well as "looking before you lock" to prevent children from being left in hot…
COVID-19 Update: Week of July 7
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 25 new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County since June 30. There are now a total of 11,583 confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 in Madison County. The health department…
Man sentenced to 38 years for rape of a child, aggravated sexual battery
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A man convicted of rape of a child and aggravated sexual battery has been sentenced in Gibson County. On Tuesday, the Gibson County Circuit Court sentenced 66-year-old Johnny Woolfork to 38 years, according to District Attorney…
Viral post leads family to man who helped vet stand for national anthem
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A viral Facebook post is helping a local veteran and his family find a total stranger. This person recently helped the veteran "stand up" for the country…
Two new art galleries featured at The Ned
JACKSON, Tenn. -- More local artists are getting a chance to show their creations. There are two new art galleries now on display at The Ned. You can experience The…
Frame shop announces 'What is Jackson to You' competition
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's time to answer a thought-provoking question: What is Jackson to you? Havner's Frame Shoppe, located in midtown Jackson, is announcing their "What is Jackson to You" Art…
Bolivar native returns to teach tennis camp for children
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- One Bolivar native returned to teach a summer camp. Tennis Coach Lonnie Wooden returned to Bolivar to teach a tennis camp for underprivileged children. Wooden was named…
Milan mayor says Milan Arsenal project could finish early
MILAN, Tenn. -- Will the Milan Arsenal project be finished before expected? Milan Mayor B.W. Beasley has made eight trips over the last five years to Washington D.C. to meet…
