How to prevent blue-green algae in your pond
JACKSON, Tenn. -- On a hot day, you or your pet may want to take a dip in a local pond. But, after several dogs around the southeast have died, you may want…
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Humboldt police investigate Friday robbery
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Humboldt police are investigating a robbery Friday near Viking Drive. Police say officers responded to a report of a person being robbed at gunpoint in the area of Chester Cove and Viking Drive. The suspect is described…
Body found in vehicle at Pickwick Lake
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities have found a body in a vehicle at Pickwick Lake. The body was found Monday afternoon in a vehicle near the main boat ramp at Pickwick Lake, according to the Hardin County Sheriff's Office. The…
Jackson police make multiple arrests in weekend prostitution sting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police have charged multiple suspects after a prostitution sting over the weekend in the Hub City. Court documents say investigators were targeting prostitution through online advertisements and responses. Court documents say the arrests were made Friday,…
UPDATE: Missing Carroll Co. man found deceased
UPDATE: A missing man in Carroll County has been found deceased, according to the sheriff's office. Rex Worman, 76, had been missing since Sunday morning, according to the Carroll County Sheriff's Office. He was found dead Monday, and his body…
Carl Perkins Civic Center Telethon raises over $1 million
JACKSON, Tenn.-- "36 years ago they came up with the idea of having a telethon," said CEO of the Exchange Club- Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse, Pam Nash. Since…
Englewood welcomes new senior pastor
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local church adds a new leader to their congregation. Englewood Baptist Church welcomed their new senior pastor Dr. Adam Dooley Sunday morning. "This has been a great journey to…
Passionate painters make art to benefit American Cancer Society
JACKSON, Tenn. -- People with a passion for painting gathered Saturday to make art for a good cause. Aldersgate United Methodist Church held Painting for a Cure: a tropical-themed painting party. Participants painted and decorated pineapple door hangers. The event…
Hardin Co. officials and family seek help in finding missing man
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Hardin County officials seek assistance in finding a man who went missing early Friday morning. Mickey Qualls, 55, was possibly last seen around 6:30 a.m. on Friday. Officials say Qualls was seen driving a 2006 Red…
Animal lovers gather at Exotic Pet Expo
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Animal lovers gathered at the Jackson Fairgrounds for the Exotic Pet Expo on Saturday. The expo featured many vendors for exotic animals, pets and supplies. People were able to interact with some of the animals and learn…
Cyclists raise awareness for women's heart disease and stroke
MILAN, Tenn. -- A group of cyclists are traveling more than 200 miles Saturday and Sunday for a good cause. 18 cyclists are riding to raise awareness for women's heart disease and stroke for the 2019 Men Go Red Ride…
Tennessee Democratic Party visits Haywood Co.
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Democratic Party is visiting different parts of the state, as part of the stand for the rural healthcare statewide tour. Members say the group is visiting communities around the state that have been most affected…
RIFA collects food for students in need
JACKSON, Tenn. -- People across Jackson filled school buses with food for a good cause on Saturday. "I think we've been doing very well. I'm very pleased with what we have so far, and I'm very pleased with the financial…
Investigators: Earnhardt's plane bounced, went off runway
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (AP) - Investigators say the plane carrying NASCAR great Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his family bounced, veered off the runway and ended up on a highway during a crash landing. Elizabethton Police Chief Jason Shaw said at a…
More than 200 animals removed from house, homeowner charged
PIKEVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A Tennessee woman who authorities say had more than 200 animals inside her home has been charged with animal cruelty. News outlets report all animals had been taken away by Friday afternoon from the home of…
