Extreme heat warning in effect: What to know
With the heat becoming increasingly difficult to manage this summer, we take a look at what you can expect when you're heading outdoors.
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City approves FY26 budget with 5-3 vote
After months of deliberation, Jackson City Council members have approved the Fiscal Year 26 budget.
Trump says Iran and Israel to have a phased-in ceasefire over 24 hours
President Donald Trump says on social media that Israel and Iran have agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire” to be phased in over 24 hours.
HCFD responds to house fire caused by lightning
The Hardin County Fire Department responded to a house fire with an unusual cause earlier Monday.
Newly crowned Miss Volunteer America shares what's next on the agenda
Last weekend, the world was introduced to the new Miss Volunteer America.
JMCEMA to test air raid, chemical siren Saturday
The Jackson-Madison County Emergency Management Agency has announced that it will be testing the air raid and chemical siren tone instead of the weekly tornado siren test.
Heat safety tips for families affected by dementia
With a widespread heat wave bringing dangerously high temperatures and triple-digit heat indexes for millions of people, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is providing important tips to help families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses keep their loved ones safe.
POLL: How do you feel about the U.S. bombing of nuclear sites in Iran?
The U.S. joined in on Israel’s conflict with Iran on Saturday, bombing multiple nuclear sites in Iran.
FedEx founder Fred Smith dies at 80; Tennessee officials react
State leaders are remembering the life and legacy of FedEx founder Fred Smith.
BBB warns employment opportunity scam is rising
The Better Business Bureau is alerting us to the latest scam that they are seeing in West Tennessee.
Bethel Springs to hold Independence Day celebration on July 3
The Town of Bethel Springs will present their Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 3.
Iran launches missile attack on US base in Qatar
Iran launched a missile attack Monday on a U.S. military base in Qatar, retaliating for the American bombing of its nuclear sites.
Pedestrian 'stable but critical' after being struck in Lexington
A pedestrian is hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle in Lexington.
City of Jackson awarded 2025 AARP Community Challenge grant
The City of Jackson is thrilled to announce they have been selected to receive a 2025 AARP Community Challenge grant.
UPDATE: Subject of TBI Silver Alert found alive
A #TNSilverAlert has been issued on behalf of the Selmer Police Department for 73-year-old Carlie Brand.
