University of Memphis Lambuth hosts 'Take Back the Night' event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Faculty and students at University of Memphis Lambuth Campus are taking a stand to raise awareness and stop violence against women. "Take Back the Night is…
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UT Martin kicks off 53rd annual Spring College Rodeo
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Grab your gear and saddle. Let's head to the rodeo! The 53rd annual University of Tennessee at Martin Spring College Rodeo kicked off Thursday night. There was a silent auction, including things like horse equipment, clothes,…
Madison County departments present budget proposals for next year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Madison County departments continued presenting their budget proposals for next year. Five county departments met with the budget committee Thursday morning to present their budget requests for…
Jackson City Council hears department's budget proposals for upcoming year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson City Council met with many departments to hear their proposed budgets for this next year. The council met Thursday with six departments, listening to their…
JMCSS superintendent issues statement after comments posted by teacher
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School System Superintendent Dr. Marlon King released a statement following comments were posted by a teacher to social media. In the message, King says that a teacher posted comments that "put an area of our…
Martin police continue to investigate Wednesday's fatal shooting
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A shooting in Martin has left one woman dead and another woman behind bars. Martin police are still investigating after a fight Wednesday afternoon led to a fatal…
Student arrested after allegedly bringing gun to school
JACKSON, Tenn. -- New information has been released about a local student who was arrested. Greg Hammond, the Chief of Staff and Public Information for the Jackson-Madison County School…
JMCSS superintendent discusses school finances with local committee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School Superintendent Dr. Marlon King met with the county finance committee, discussing the school system's finances. King discussed the federal money they received from the…
Madison Co. Sheriff's Office warning residents of stimulus scam calls
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office is warning residents of scam calls regarding stimulus checks. The sheriff's office says residents are receiving calls from individuals claiming to be from a local bank, telling the resident that they…
Huntingdon resident to serve as commissioner of Department of Veterans Service
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee announced Thursday that Huntington resident Maj. Gen. Tommy H. Baker will serve as commissioner of the Department of Veterans Services, according to a news release. The move is effective immediately, according to the release.…
Mayor, Choate Engineering officials visit seniors at local high school
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- The founder of a local organization, along with the mayor, visited Bolivar Central High School Thursday. Choate Engineering Performance founder Cass Choate and Bolivar Mayor Julian McTizic visited the school, sharing with seniors the job opportunities the…
LIFELINE hosts blood drive to help local family
MEDINA, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services is heading to Medina to help a local child in his battle against cancer. During a blood drive on April 29, $10 will be donated to the family of Brett Wyatt for every unit…
Bethel University aims for 'near-normal operations' in Fall
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Bethel University is aiming to get back to what it says is "near-normal operations" this fall. Bethel says this plan includes returning to in-person classes as a default, as well as bringing back campus events and activities.…
Woman killed after vehicle collides into Jackson home
UPDATE (9/13/23): According to a crash report from the Jackson Police Department, tests revealed Melecia Cherry had both marijuana and cocaine in her system, as well as a blood alcohol content of .12. An investigation revealed the vehicle was traveling…
Jackson State Community College to host vaccination event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College has announced plans to host a vaccination event on Wednesday, April 21. The drive-through vaccinations are scheduled from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the gymnasium parking lot on the main campus of…
