Rising pollen levels mark return of allergy season
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The flowers are starting to bloom. For many, that means Spring is just around the corner. But that means allergy season is on its way too. Conditions became…
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Jerry Lee Lewis cancels shows, is recovering from stroke
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Rock 'n' roll pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis has been transferred from a hospital to a rehabilitation center following a stroke last month, but will have to cancel upcoming shows, including his appearance at the New Orleans…
Candidate for Jackson mayor Mark Johnstone holds fundraiser
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A candidate for Jackson mayor, Mark Johnstone, held a fundraiser Monday night. At a farm-to-table event at ComeUnity Cafe, he auctioned off three farm-to-table paintings. Local guitarist Douglas Marcis…
Jimmy Eldridge opens campaign headquarters
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A candidate running for Jackson mayor gathered with his supporters Monday. Jimmy Eldridge along with family, friends and supporters attended the opening of his campaign headquarters. Eldridge says he…
Controversial lynching memorial has a committee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The controversial lynching memorial now has a committee. Several members of the community were at the Madison County Commission Monday morning to support the memorial for lynching victims in…
Video shows fight that police say led to Martin shooting
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Video shows a fight happening outside the Slide & Ride Saloon in Martin early Sunday morning. An officer with the Martin Police Department was patrolling different…
Ayers Children's Medical Center celebrates therapy dog's 400th visit
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Ayers Children's Medical Center celebrates a special therapy dog. Majik became a registered therapy dog in February 2010, shortly after his second birthday. Majik also visits other places in Jackson…
Madison Co. commissioners deny sheriff's request for more money
JACKSON, Tenn.-- During Monday's County Commission meeting, the Madison County Sheriff's Office requested an additional $168,000 to fund meals at the prison. Some commissioners understand the additional need. "It's hard…
New Tennessee House bill aims to protect animals
JACKSON, Tenn. -- House Bill 852, or the Tennessee Paws act, is sponsored by Rep. Bruce Griffey. The bill aims to give tougher sentences for anyone convicted of aggravated animal cruelty,…
Local NAACP chapter hosts mayor, City Council candidate forums
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For the first time in over a decade, a new mayor will soon be elected for the city of Jackson as well as new City Council members. The…
Hair braiding bill advances in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A proposal to loosen state regulations surrounding hair braiding is advancing inside the Tennessee Statehouse. The House Government Operations Committee agreed Monday that hair braiders should not face the same strenuous licensing requirements as most cosmetologists.…
Nashville officer dragged by off-road vehicle in swarm
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Police in Tennessee's capital say an officer was dragged when a group of off-road vehicles swarmed a downtown street. Citing a release from Metro Nashville police, news outlets report that a four-wheeler dragged Sgt. John Bourque…
Martin police investigate after gunshots fired outside bar
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Police are investigating after gunshots rang out early Sunday morning outside a bar in Martin. An officer was in a nearby parking lot when the shots were fired outside Slide and Ride Saloon, located at 627 North…
Jackson Escape Rooms go city-wide
JACKSON, Tenn-- "We've gotten really good at locking people in rooms for fun and we decided we wanted to knock down the walls, and get out in the city," said Lee Wilson,…
Families gather for a Cinderella Tea Party
JACKSON, Tenn. - Young girls in the Hub City had a chance to dress up as princesses for a day. Sunday the Ballet Arts celebrated the Cinderella ballet with a tea party. Families gathered and got to meet special characters…
