Symposium brings technology to Jackson library
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thanks to a partnership between a group of local libraries, the 731 Tech Symposium on Thursday was a hit. "They have more technology in their hand versus Sputnik when we sent…
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Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson will host a household hazardous waste collection day on October 26 downtown. The day allows residents to safely get rid of harmful wastes from their home. The event will be from 9 a.m.…
Jackson-Madison Co. library announces nonprofit database
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library is providing access to a database for nonprofit organizations. The database, Foundation Directory Online, has 156,000 foundations, programs, and grantmaking charities in the United States, as well has other information for nonprofits. The…
TBI confirms vehicle, second person in Paris shots fired investigation
PARIS, Tenn. -- A man wanted by the Paris Police Department has been added to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's Most Wanted list. Rodney Wilson, 24, is wanted for attempted second-degree murder, three counts of reckless endangerment and unlawful…
A local special school district receives violations
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn.--Ryanne Parker said her daughter who has Autism Spectrum Disorder, has been in the West Carroll County School District since kindergarten, but in the recent years Parker says her daughter’s report card…
Fall fashions on display at Fall Fling Fashion Show
JACKSON, Tenn.--Men and women strutted their stuff down the runway Wednesday. The Jackson Area AARP and Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee partnered for a Fall Fling Fashion Show, featuring this season's hottest looks at…
Crockett County receives Three Star Grant
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn.--"Our growth hasn't declined, but it hasn't significantly increased," Crockett County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Charlie Moore said. Crockett County recently received a $50,000 Three-Star Grant from the state of Tennessee,…
Ripley man convicted on federal gun charge
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A Ripley man charged in the death of a Lauderdale County woman has been convicted on federal charges of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. U.S. Attorney Michael Dunavant announced the verdict in a news…
Fire officials offer space heater safety tips
HENDERSON CO., Tenn. -- Henderson County fire officials say this week the county experienced their first heater-related fire of the fall season. "On Sunday night into Monday, the electric heater actually came on…
Health department hosting walk-in clinic for flu shots
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's time to get your flu shots! "It's incredibly important to get vaccinated, the flu can lead to serious health complications. It can lead to hospitalization, causes you to miss…
WRAP declares October Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Dyersburg
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- "It is an issue in every community across the state. We want to do our part with law enforcement in collaboration with WRAP to get folks out of that cycle," Mayor…
UTM to host Miss UTM, Miss Soybean pageants in October
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The annual Miss University of Tennessee at Martin and Miss Tennessee Soybean Festival Scholarship Pageant will be held October 26 at the University of Tennessee at Martin. The pageant is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. The…
Missing Haywood County teen found safe
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A teenager reported missing in Haywood County back in September has been found safe, according to the Haywood County Sheriff's Office. Gregory Shelton, 16, was reported missing on September 17. They Haywood County Sheriff's Office and…
Sheriff's office warns residents of new scam
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Madison County Sheriff John Mehr is warning residents about a new scam involving the sheriff's office. In a news release, the sheriff's office says scam calls appear to be coming from the Madison County Sheriff's Office phone…
Man killed in Luray shooting identified
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A man killed Monday night in a shooting at a home in Luray has been identified. The Henderson County Sheriff's Office says Justin Blake Beecham died after he was shot at a home on the 5000…
