Local organizations share ways to fight fraud, identity theft
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Someone's identity is stolen every two seconds, but you don't have to become a victim. "One of the things we were talking was what is the No. 1…
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Vanderbilt LifeFlight cuts ribbon on Humboldt base
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Vanderbilt LifeFlight held a ribbon cutting for their eighth base Tuesday afternoon in Humboldt. The ceremony was held at the Humboldt Municipal Airport. Officials say they look forward…
Experts stress pool safety in wake of viral video involving toddler
JACKSON, Tenn. — School is out and summer is in, which means kids are spending more time at the pool with family and friends. But after a video goes viral of…
Miss Tennessee pageant brings big bucks to Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant brings big bucks to Jackson. "I think it's definitely great for the city," Matt Childress, a business owner, said. Childress owns Woodstock…
New principal named at Rose Hill School
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Rose Hill School will have a new leader for the 2018-2019 school year. Dr. Teresa McSweeney will be the principal at the kindergarten through eighth grade school. McSweeney takes over…
MyRide West Tennessee needs volunteer drivers
JACKSON, Tenn. -- MyRide West Tennessee needs your help. The driving service is looking for more volunteer drivers. "To take older adults, 60 and older, that live in Madison County to…
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's acting director on leave
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Acting Director Jason Locke has been placed on leave with pay pending the outcome of an investigation into allegations that he misused state funds. Bureau spokesman Josh DeVine said in a statement…
Former Dyersburg HS teacher pleads guilty to solicitation charge
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A former Dyersburg High School teacher has pleaded guilty to a charge of solicitation to commit aggravated statutory rape. John Mark Moody pleaded guilty Tuesday to one count of solicitation to commit aggravated statutory rape and one…
2 airlifted in Gibson Co. crash
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Two people were airlifted from the scene of a Tuesday morning crash between Milan and Bradford. The one-vehicle crash occurred around 11:30 a.m. on Highway 45 East when…
Democrats to debate Tuesday in Tennessee governor race
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- The two leading Democrats in Tennessee's open race for governor are meeting for a head-to-head debate. The Democratic debate with former Nashville Mayor Karl Dean and state House Minority Leader Craig Fitzhugh will take place Tuesday…
JMCSS superintendent delivers year in review
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School Board members gathered Monday for their monthly meeting. School officials usually meet on Thursday but decided to combine their work session and board meeting.…
Boy Scouts host annual Cub Scout Camp
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee Boys Scouts of America hosted the first day of their annual Cub Scout Camp. Sixty-five children between the ages of 6-11 enjoyed snacks and outdoor activities…
Sheriff Mehr hosts 39th community meeting
PINSON, Tenn. -- Madison County Sheriff John Mehr kicked off his 39th community meeting Monday night. The meeting took place at 6:30 p.m. at Pinson Club at Highway 45 South. Jerry…
Henderson police chief suspended
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- The steps of the Chester County Courthouse was supposed to be the site of a protest Monday morning, but that didn't happen. Click…
Jackson aims to fetch huge 'Dog Park Dash' grant
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The city of Jackson is making a run for the "Most dog-friendly city in Tennessee" and needs the public's help with assistance on social media. Jackson has applied…
