Lane College students prepare for graduation Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local college is preparing for a big day Saturday. "It's a huge day of celebration," said Vice President of Academic Affairs Michelle Curtain Stewart while students from…
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State Senator Ed Jackson comments on new state bills
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- State Senator Ed Jackson returned to Madison County after the most recent legislative session. The Tennessee Senate passed a number of wide-ranging bills last week, including the Education Savings Account and Senator Jackson's own bill, putting…
World's Biggest Fish Fry kicks off with parade
PARIS, Tenn. -- The weather was perfect for a parade Friday. People of all ages had smiles on their faces as they enjoyed the parade at the World's Biggest Fish…
Governor Bill Lee helps announce new jobs in West Tennessee
LEXINGTON, Tenn. - Governor Bill Lee was back in West Tennessee on Friday afternoon to announce two more businesses bringing jobs to the region. His first stop was in Lexington,…
TWRA warns CWD positive counties, addresses invasive carp overcrowding
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has a warning for anyone planning to go hunting soon. "The main focus for today is to talk about the hunting regulations…
USJ hosts 2019 Special Olympics track and field competition
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "I'm in the softball throw and the 100 meter walk," eighth grade JCS student Olivia Gaston said. "Standing long jump and softball throw," ninth grade JCS student…
New steel business to invest $2.8M, create 32 jobs in McNairy County
SELMER, Tenn. -- A new steel fabrication company will soon start up business in McNairy County, creating dozens of new jobs. Quality Iron & Steel will invest $2.8 million and create 32 jobs as they establish operations in Selmer, according…
Titan Medical Manufacturing to locate new operation in Henderson County
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee was in West Tennessee Friday along with other state officials for Titan Medical Manufacturing's announcement that the company will locate new operations in Henderson County. The medical care manufacturer will invest $7.5 million and…
Amazon joins firms telling Tennessee to shun anti-LGBT bills
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Amid pressure, Amazon has joined a growing list of big companies telling Tennessee lawmakers to avoid bills that negatively impact LGBT people. The letter organized by the Nashville LGBT Chamber of Commerce is also signed by…
Local sorority partners with Make-A-Wish to help Milan family
NORTH JACKSON, Tenn.-- It was a special day for a family from Milan, when Union University's Chi-Omega sorority partnered with Make-A-Wish to make 10-year-old Jay-da Dedmon's dream come true. "She's going…
Local art program celebrates work of veterans, helps express stories
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A program and reception featuring a selection of works of art was held in downtown Jackson Thursday. Students of the American Art Academy and the Brainbow Creative Memory…
Glow Run 5k raises money for cancer patients
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Walkers and runners lit up west Jackson for a good cause. It's all for the fifth annual Glow Run 5k. Participants gathered at the Kirkland Cancer Center Thursday…
Jacob Barker Music Fest to kick off in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. - An annual music festival returns to the Hub City for another year. The fourth annual Jacob Barker Music Fest will kick off Friday afternoon in downtown Jackson.…
Local geologist comments on recent West Tennessee earthquake
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Wednesday morning wasn't West Tennessee's first shake up. The New Madrid Fault Line runs from Illinois, through Missouri, into West Tennessee and ends in Arkansas. "The New…
