Friends step in to help 99-year-old woman with delivery
WEST JACKSON, Tenn. -- 99-year-old Elizabeth King needed a new fridge after hers broke. But she realized that her house was so old, that most refrigerator units wouldn't fit in her home. "We…
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Popeyes worker accused of attacking patron who wanted refund
COLUMBIA, Tenn. (AP) - A Tennessee Popeyes restaurant worker recorded throwing a woman onto the pavement has been charged with felony aggravated assault. News outlets report 29-year-old Deriance Ra'Shaiel Hughes was arrested Friday. The woman's attorney, Rocky McElhaney, tells The…
Martin police investigating Monday morning shooting
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Martin police are investigating an early morning shooting Monday. Police say officers responded to a shooting around 2:30 a.m. at Cambridge Apartments on Lee Street after a report of a shooting. Police say when officers arrived, they…
Customers, employees evacuate Walmart for bomb threat
JACKSON, Tenn.--A normal shopping trip for south Jackson Walmart customers turned into an evacuation. At around 4:50 p.m. Sunday, Jackson police responded to the south Walmart for a report of a bomb threat. According to the Jackson Police Department, a…
Local BBQ restaurant to serve veterans
JACKSON, Tenn.-- West Alley BBQ and Smokehouse on Vann Drive in Jackson is offering a deal for veterans and active duty military for Veterans Day. The restaurant is serving up a complimentary half-rack of ribs with a choice of one…
West Tennesseeans enjoy night of laughter
JACKSON, Tenn.--Comedy lovers enjoyed a night of laughter and stand up comedy Sunday. Comedian Michael Jr. made a stop in north Jackson at Love and Truth Church as part of his 'In the Moment' tour. The comedian was on Oprah,…
South Jackson Walmart evacuated after bomb threat
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several Jackson police cars surrounded the south Jackson Walmart Sunday evening. At approximately 4:50 p.m. on November 10, officers of the Jackson Police Department responded to 2171 S. Highland Avenue,…
Martin police investigate Saturday morning shooting
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The Martin Police Department is investigating a Saturday morning shooting in Martin. According to a news release, the shooting occurred in the area of the Station at Martin Apartments on the 200 block of West Peach Street…
UPDATE: Authorities locate missing woman
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Hardin County Sheriff's Department is seeking help in finding a missing woman. According to a new release, Brittany Moore, 26, was last seen around 10 p.m. on Friday.…
Sorority sisters celebrate chapter's 80th anniversary
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local sorority enjoyed an evening of sisterhood Saturday. Members of the Gamma Alpha Omega chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., danced the night away at the Jackson Country…
West TN Healthcare Foundation raises funds at charity gala
JACKSON, Tenn. -- People gathered in West Tennessee to raise funds for a charitable event. 700 people gathered at the Carl Perkins Civic Center for an elaborate evening under the big top, but the…
West Tennesseans honor veterans at annual parade
JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Tennesseans came together to honor those in the armed forces at the annual veterans parade in Jackson on Saturday. The parade was held in honor of those who have…
Scholarship luncheon awards nursing students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual luncheon was held in Jackson on Saturday to award scholarships to nursing students. The Jackson Area Minority Mentor Nurses hosted its annual scholarship luncheon. The luncheon was held inside…
Local cemetery hosts cleanup day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Volunteers lent a helping hand at a local cemetery. Hollywood Cemetery hosted a work and cleanup day Saturday. The community was invited, and about nine people volunteered to help. Board members…
Community gathers to raise funds for children, women
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It was a night of boots, bands and bingo at the STAR Center on Friday. The Jackson Service League is raising funds to provide grants to local organizations, with a focus on children and women. Attendees spent…
