Year in Review: West Tennessee weather of 2018
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As we look back at the past year, we can't help but reflect on all the big weather events we've dealt with, whether it was record-breaking rain, tornadoes…
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Flooding continues in parts of West Tennessee
DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- Many people woke up to flooded areas Monday as we hit record rainfall in West Tennessee. Flooding is by no means a stranger to Decatur County. Keith…
New state laws take effect Jan. 1, 2019
JACKSON, Tenn. -- New laws are coming to Tennessee on Jan. 1. One of them deals with the opioid crisis. "Obviously opioids are a big problem in the state of Tennessee," said…
Weather causes power outages for many West Tennesseans
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson Electric Membership Corporation has announced there were thousands without power Monday morning due to weather. According to a release, recent weather has caused outages to about 2,100 members. There were reportedly 13 outage locations scattered…
Gas prices drop in Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Gas prices in Tennessee have fallen 3.2 cents per gallon in the past week. Gas is now averaging $2 a gallon, according to GasBuddy's daily survey. Current gas prices in Nashville are 2.11 a gallon, down 4.3 cents…
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 county continues to face flooded roads
SAVANNAH, Tenn-- Flooding is no stranger to the people in Hardin County, some said it floods so much they find ways to avoid it. "In the country there's like a lot…
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…
Some West Tennesseans end 2018 with a laugh at the 'Pre-New Years Eve Comedy Jam'
JACKSON, Tenn.--The Comedy Jam show will be held at the Premier Place in North Jackson. With famous comedian Reginald Ballard who played a role in the 90s hit television series, the Martin Show. And Chris Thomas from BET's Rap City,…
Organization holds series of basketball games to support a good cause
JACKSON, Tenn. - The annual Hub Classic is bringing out fans from all across west Tennessee to enjoy high school basketball games during the holidays, but this tournament is more than just…
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…
