Casey Jones Museum returns to regular operating hours
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A historic Jackson business is opening back up to their full operating hours for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. The Casey Jones Museum had been open…
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Collaborative effort leads to arrest in north Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police have arrested a suspect with the help of both the public and other law enforcement agencies. Jackson police say Blake Carroll, 35, was arrested around 4 p.m. on Wednesday at the Executive Inn on North…
Gov. Bill Lee to visit southern border over weekend
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee announced he will be visiting the U.S.'s southern border over the weekend. According to the new release, he will be meeting with members of the Tennessee National Guard and evaluating their needs for securing…
UT Ag Center's Summer Celebration kicks off, invites virtual attendees
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Typically, to attend the Summer Celebration at the UT AgResearch and Education Center, you would need to brave hundreds upon hundreds of people. But this year, that information is…
Jackson man charged after firing AK-47 in area near traffic stop
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Dyersburg police have charged a man who allegedly fired shots in the area where police were conducting a traffic stop on Saturday night. Police say officers had stopped a vehicle around 9:30 p.m Saturday on Frank Maynard…
Discovery Park members eligible for free admission at museums
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Discovery Park of America members will now be able to get free or discounted admission to other museums across the country. Discovery Park is now a member of the Association of Science and Technology Centers Travel…
Henry Co. Sheriff's Office investigating after dog found injured
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Henry County Sheriff's Office has confirmed an investigation into alleged animal cruelty. The sheriff's office says a family learned on July 4 that their dog had been located in a neighboring county while the family…
Chris Istvanko named July Hub City Hero
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Chris Istvanko has been recognized as July's Hub City Hero. Istvanko is a master barber at Gold Chain Cutters, LLC., and has been cutting hair since 2015, according to a news release. The release says Istvanko was…
Two men save a man after his boat sinks in the Tennessee River
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Two men spend their days working in law enforcement and in a hospital setting. On their day off, they still found themselves helping others. Darrell Elder and his son Nick…
Local shelter shares tips to help reunite families with lost pets
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local shelter is sharing some tips on what to do if you've lost a pet during the Fourth of July holiday. This past weekend, people celebrated…
UT Martin recognized for support of veteran students
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin is being recognized for its support of veterans. The sun sets on the Field of Flags display along University Street in Martin. VIQTORY awarded the University of…
Rising temperatures bring risk for heat-related illnesses
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As temperatures and dew points begin to increase this summer, the risk for heat-related illnesses does as well. "During the summer time, the number rises, so you may see…
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…
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…
