DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Dyersburg State Community College President Karen Bowyer is retiring after 37 years. The college made the announcement Thursday in a news release. Dyersburg State says its first female and third president will be retiring effective Dec. 31,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man suspected in a fatal shooting in January 2019 has been convicted of first-degree murder and a gun charge. According to a news release, 25-year-old Elijah Garrison, known as "Evil," was sentenced this week following a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local children's hospital is now enrolling kids in an antibody trial. In the wake of COVID-19 vaccinations being distributed to children around the U.S., Le Bonheur Children's…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- One family effected by epilepsy is looking for solutions. "You don't know how long 30 seconds is until your witnessing your child have a seizure," said Katie…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Carroll County man has been sentenced to federal prison for possession and distribution of child pornography. William Farrell Russell, 47, was sentenced to nearly 21 years in prison, according to a news release from the District…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students at Rose Hill are celebrating their last day of school. But just a few months ago, playing like this wouldn't have been possible. "We did it. We…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board is moving forward with four projects throughout the district. Those projects are the Jackson Academic STEAM Academy, the JMCSS Teaching and Learning Center, Pope School K-8, and a multipurpose stadium, according to…
DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- Nine people are facing charges following a nine month investigation into drug trafficking in Decatur County, according to the sheriff's office. The Decatur County Sheriff's Office says the investigation began in mid-August 2020, with investigators…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed five additional cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 11,450. Those new patients range in age from 19-years-old to 55-years-old. There…
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Clayhill Speedway is bringing all the fun for many people in the Atwood community. On Wednesday, fair-goers came out to enjoy lots of food, rides and…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Police have apprehended the suspect in the deadly shooting that took the life of woman in the 300 block of North Fairgrounds. On May 18, at approximately 3:40 p.m., officers with the Jackson Police Department were…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local songwriter and performer has made his way into the top country music charts. Born and raised in Jackson, John Pate developed a love for music…
PARIS, Tenn. -- Darryl Worley and Cody Nance hosted a meet-and-greet at Trolinger's BBQ in Paris, talking about upcoming events in West Tennessee. "If they're looking to get…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- The Dyersburg Police Department says there have been six shootings in four days, leaving residents concerned and police looking for answers. It started Sunday morning, when police responded to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A woman was shot and killed Tuesday, and the family is wanting answers. Jackson police say that on Tuesday, 36-year-old mother of four, Grace McDonald was killed.…
