Kilgore Flares to add around 100 jobs, invest $40M in Hardeman Co. facility
TOONE, Tenn. -- Chemring Group announced plans Tuesday to invest $40 million in its Kilgore Flares plant in Toone, creating around 100 new jobs. "This is a great day in…
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Warm weather brings uptick of violence
JACKSON, Tenn -- One person is injured after a shooting at a east Jackson apartment complex. It happened around 2:30 p.m. Monday. Police say the person who was shot has injuries…
'People are not alone': Mother, daughter talk importance of suicide prevention
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "Most people don't want to talk about it because it's uncomfortable," said Tosha Gurley, West Tennessee coordinator for Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network. As of 2016, suicide is the second-leading…
3rd annual Semper Fi Golf Tournament tees off
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.--The 3rd annual Semper Fi Golf Tournament was held in Jackson. This is the yearly fundraiser put on by the Captain Jack Holland Detachment 735, Marine Corps League. The…
Local organizations support Books At The Barn
DENMARK, Tenn.--Local organizations supported a cause started by Dolly Parton. Many local businesses and sponsors showed up for the third annual "Books at the Barn" at the Barn at Snider…
Man convicted in 2015 homicide sentenced on remaining charges
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man convicted in a murder nearly three years ago on Betty Manley Road in west Madison County appeared Monday before a judge for sentencing. Roger Jones testified Monday…
May is Stroke Awareness Month; What risk factors should you know?
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you feel you could be suffering a stroke, medical experts say there are signs to look for. "An easy acronym for everybody to know is called F.A.S.T.,…
'Battle of the Badges' blood drive is now underway
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's time to donate and save a life. Monday was the first day of the Battle of the Badges blood drive.
U-turn left behind as work progresses at 45 Bypass, Casey Jones Lane
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's official — cars can now turn left onto the 45 Bypass from Casey Jones Lane in Jackson. "This has been something that's been coming," Old Country Store…
1 injured in shooting at Lincoln Courts
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police have confirmed one person was injured in a shooting Monday afternoon at an east Jackson apartment complex. Police responded around 2:30 p.m. Monday to a report of…
University of Memphis plans to freeze tuition again
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) -- Officials say the University of Memphis is going to give students a break and freeze tuition for the 2018-19 academic year. U of M school officials say theirs will likely be the only university in Tennessee,…
Teachers urge parents to help prevent 'summer slide'
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. — Students across the area are preparing for summer break, but many teachers hope it's not a complete break from learning. East Elementary School students brush up on…
Abuse, neglect claims investigated at 460 Tennessee schools
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- An analysis has found Tennessee's Department of Children's Services investigated 647 allegations of child abuse or neglect involving students at more than 460 schools during a recent 20-month period. Data obtained by USA Today's Tennessee Network…
Edible Arrangements honors new moms with Mother's Day surprise
JACKSON, Tenn. — While many are spending mothers day with loved ones, employees at one business are working to make sure every mom feels appreciated. "You see such a great expression…
West Tennesseans flock to local farm for homegrown summer favorite
MILAN, Tenn. -- If the Strawberry Festival last week got you in the mood for a particular summer favorite, than you're in luck. "They look delicious, red and ripe and large…
