MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin is a few steps closer to four new programs. The UT Board of Trustees approved the new programs during a meeting in late June, according to a news release from the…
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Starting July 1, adults 21 and up can now carry a handgun without a permit after Governor Bill Lee signed a "Permitless Carry" law. Crockett County Sheriff…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lori Collins is the Director of Redemption Road Rescue, which normally rescues horses. But now they have two pigs and a cat peacefully snuggling in a kennel…
MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The U.S. Marshals have confirmed a suspect in a June 19 robbery at a Dollar General is in custody. Roger Spencer Jr. was wanted on charges of aggravated robbery and aggravated assault, according to a news…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new restaurant is making its way to downtown Jackson, with plans to open in the historic Greyhound Bus Station, according to a news release. Doe's Eat Place,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson announced former Jackson Christian director of musical programs, Johnny Kimbrough, is now the director of the Ned McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center. According to a news release, Kimbrough will bring more than…
As a lawyer, Hank Shackelford is always hard a work fighting for his client. When he's not in the courtroom, he's hard a work giving back to his community. "If you care about…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- A longtime public servant is retiring. After 55 years of working, Chancellor James Butler is retiring. He was appointed as the 26th Judicial District Chancery Court Judge in 2003. Before that, he served in the National Guard for…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local animal shelter is reaching its peak capacity. Time could soon be running out for nearly a dozen dogs if no one adopts them. "We have 14…
Jackson, Tenn. -- U.S. Marshals say another person has been arrested following the June 6 death of Tanyarris Maxwell. Marshals say Maxwell was shot and killed earlier this month at a sporting event near Muse Park on North Parkway…
FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- There are concerns after a series of inmate escapes at a local youth correctional facility. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office is continuously working to find a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police are investigating after a car chase that ended in east Jackson Tuesday night. Police say officers attempted to stop a stolen vehicle just before 9:30 p.m. Tuesday night. Investigators say the driver of the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation wants to make sure you're prepared before hitting the road this holiday weekend. Beginning Friday at 6 a.m., TDOT will be halting all temporary…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With only a few days away from the Fourth of July, West Tennesseans are getting ready to celebrate. Fireworks are one of the most popular ways to celebrate the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year is officially set. The Madison County Commission voted 21 "yes," and one "pass" on the 2021-2022 fiscal year budget…
