A New Miss Lane College is crowned
JACKSON, Tenn.-- "Tonight is the 51st annual Miss Lane College pageant here on the campus of Lane College," said Fisher Smith, the director of campus life at Lane College. Smith says that…
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University School of Jackson hosts open house
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local school hosted its annual open house. The University School of Jackson opened its doors to parents and students Sunday. Those interested in becoming a part of the USJ family got the opportunity to learn about new programs…
Jackson Christian School hosts open house
JACKSON, Tenn. -Jackson Christian School hosted their annual open house Sunday... The school opened its doors to parents and students interested in starting the next school year with them. Parents learned about programs and got a tour of the facility…
Cardiac arrest survivor shares how an AED saved her life
JACKSON, Tenn. -Having an automated external defibrillator, or AED, nearby can mean the difference between life and death. Jo Ellen Hamilton describes herself as a cardiac arrest survivor who has first hand…
'Guns and Hoses' supports local first responders
JACKSON, Tenn. - West Tennesseans got to show their support for local law enforcement this weekend. The 'Guns and Hoses' event took place Saturday afternoon at the Jackson Fairgrounds. For just $20 people could eat chili, listen to live music…
A sorority celebrates 99 years of sisterhood
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local sorority is celebrating their Founders Day. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority celebrated their 99th statewide founders day with a brunch at the Double Tree Hotel. Members of the sorority dressed in royal blue for the occasion.…
A local town celebrates 150 years of history
MCKENZIE, Tenn. - One West Tennessee town is marking a major milestone, and it's one that has been more than a century in the making. "We are celebrating McMenzie's 150th of existence,"…
Music lovers raise funds at the 'Jackson Symphony League Crystal Ball'
JACKSON, Tenn--Music lovers attend Saturday's Jackson Symphony League Crystal Ball. This is the 18th year the Crystal Ball is being held. It was located at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. The ball had everything from a silent and live auction,…
A Henderson County family wants justice for their loved one
LEXINGTON, Tenn--"This could be your brother, this could be your cousin, he had a family, and he deserves to have justice," said Priscilla Cooley, Aunt of Hank John D. Cooley. The Tennessee…
Authorities search for missing man at Pickwick Lake
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn--"We're gonna have a boat out here everyday until we discover something or he's found," said Richard Childers, Hardin County District 3 Fire Chief. Hardin County District 3 Fire Chief…
McDonald's employee hailed a hero after jumping into action to help frightened teen
MEDINA, Tenn. -- A local fast food restaurant employee says she found herself in a scary situation, by jumping into action to help someone in need. Some are hailing her a hero,…
Harlem Globetrotters wow fans with game at UT Martin
MARTIN, Tenn.--A global phenomenon stopped by UT Martin, Friday night for more than a game of basketball. The Harlem Globetrotters played a game against the Washington Generals in the Elam Center on UT-Martin's campus. The event was filled with games…
Local city councilman launches annual "Do the Write Thing' campaign
JACKSON, Tenn.--Jackson leaders flooded the gymnasium of Jackson Career and Technology Friday afternoon for a special program. Led by city Councilman Ernest Brooks II, JCT launched their 'Do the…
Police describe alleged assault outside Medina McDonald's
MEDINA, Tenn. -- The McDonald's in Medina was open for business like normal Friday morning, but it was a different situation Thursday afternoon. Court documents say a man attacked a…
UT Martin students to work Super Bowl in Atlanta
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Students from a local university will again make their way to the Super Bowl, picking up work experience from the NFL. "I'm thrilled! My whole family…
