Jackson Idol welcomes 11th year of performances
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hundreds of children took the stage at the Carl Perkins Civic Center Thursday for Jackson Idol 2018. This is the 11th year of the show, and campers from four…
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Lexington police crack down on speeding as part of Operation Southern Shield
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Obey the speed limit or face the consequences. Law enforcement crack down on speeding this week as part of Operation Southern Shield. Lexington Police Officer Josh Reed ran…
West TN Healthcare Foundation gives more than $17,000 to organizations
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson nonprofits receive money to continue their work. The West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation gave more than $17,000 to 10 organizations that make a difference in the community Thursday morning.…
Sheriff's office searches for missing McNairy Co. man
McNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Family members and local authorities are searching for a man who has been missing for a month.
Felon gets 10 years for having gun used to kill child
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A Tennessee man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for possessing the gun authorities say a toddler used to fatally shoot a 7-year-old. Anthony Patrick Sanders, 28, was sentenced Wednesday for having two guns…
THP searching for driver after deadly Big Sandy crash
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol is searching for a driver who was near a crash in Big Sandy Wednesday afternoon. THP says the crash took place just before 2 p.m. near the intersection of Able Street and…
State officials urge parents to stress safe driving to teens during summer months
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Summertime traditionally brings vacation, relaxation, and spending time with friends and family, but state officials say it also brings more car accidents, especially ones involving teen drivers. "I…
What's New Wednesday: Board & Brush
"3, 2, 1! Distress!" yells out the workers at Board and Brush in Jackson. "It's so much fun. It's a great atmosphere! It gets loud," said Cindy Fuller, owner of Board and Brush.…
Dream Center receives donation from new business, Blue Coast Burrito
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Dream Center received a $720 donation raised by a new business, Blue Coast Burrito. After losing their first building, the Dream Center decided to partner with Blue Coast…
Local restaurant celebrates National Hot Dog Day with special sales
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Wednesday marks National Hot Dog Day, and restaurants across Jackson celebrated with special sales. Sonic locations will have $1 hot dogs until midnight. You have choices between the…
Girl Scouts of America releases 30 new badges focused on STEAM skills
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Girl Scouts of America have released several new badges the organization hopes will inspire new skills and leadership roles. The Girl Scouts of America have rolled out a set of 30 new badges to start off…
State officials warn parents of '100 Deadliest Days' for teen drivers
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- While students and their families are enjoying summer break, state officials are reminding them of the more dangerous side of summer. Over 1,050 people were killed in auto crashes involving a teen driver in 2016 during the…
Businesses help 'Stuff the Bus' as students head back to school
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In less than three weeks, Jackson-Madison County and Crockett County students will head back to school, which means they'll need supplies. "We're collecting school supplies for the students…
Hardin Co. Animal Services offers deal to potential pet parents
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local animal shelter is giving potential pet parents a special deal while address overcrowding at the shelter. "We are maxed out," Hardin County Animal Services Director Debbie…
Carroll Co. couple appears in court on animal cruelty charges
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- A man and woman facing about 300 counts of animal cruelty combined appeared in court Wednesday. The nonprofit taking care of the animals says it wants money to…
