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Memphis high school treated for pest infestation to reopen

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- A high school in Tennessee that's been struggling with a pest infestation is set to reopen after Christmas break. WMC-TV reports Shelby County Schools said Kirby High School students would return to campus on Jan. 7…

US judge concerned that race may play unfair role in charges

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- A black federal judge in Tennessee has raised concerns that a federal prosecutor's office in Memphis is charging black people with harsher counts than white people for similar crimes. The Commercial Appeal reports U.S. District Judge…

TN Dept. of Agriculture cautions farmers on herbicide rules

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- The Tennessee Department of Agriculture is advising soybean and cotton farmers to follow new federal guidelines when applying a weed killer blamed for drifting and damaging crops in neighboring fields. In a news release, the department…

A local church holds a special service

JACKSON, Tenn. - A local church is celebrating the first Sunday after Christmas. Friends, family and loved ones gathered at St. Luke Episcopal Church to listen to the service and join in…

One church shows its appreciation for local businesses

MILAN, Tenn. - A local church is showing its appreciation to small businesses for their hard work and customer service to the Milan community. The New Holy Temple in Milan held a ceremony and service to show their appreciation for…

TWRA extends deer season for testing purposes

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Deer season is being extended in Fayette, Hardeman and McNairy counties from January 7 to January 31. This extension isn't just for hunters, but for the hunted. "Chronic Wasting Disease has been known in the wildlife management…

Fire fatality rates increase in Tennessee in 2018

JACKSON, Tenn.--According to the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, there have been more than 90 fire-related deaths state-wide in 2018, as compared to 85  deaths in 2017. Local fire…

New year brings new laws in Tennessee

NASHVILLE -- There are a total of 30 new Tennessee laws going into effect for the new year, one involving local grocery stores. Wine sales in grocery stores will become legal on Sundays, meaning you can snag a bottle of…

Jackson-Madison Co. Library to extend hours

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Book lovers are in luck after a recent announcement from the Jackson-Madison County Library. Leaders with the library announced they will extend their hours. The library director says they previously…

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