Artist paints 'Wings of Hope' on building in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Check out some new artwork in downtown Jackson. The painter said he hopes it inspires people who see it. Colorful wings are painted on the side of a…
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Madison Co. commissioners approve $218 million budget
JACKSON, Tenn. — With a unanimous vote, the Madison County Commission approves the county's budget for the 2018-2019 year. "I think we've done a good job at analyzing and coming up…
Jacob Barker Music Festival organizers give check to Make-A-Wish Foundation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local group presents a check to help make dreams come true for children across West Tennessee. The Jacob Barker Music Festival presented a check to the Make-A-Wish Foundation…
Woman killed in early morning fire in Weakley County
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A woman was killed in an early morning house fire northeast of Martin. Crews responded around 5 a.m. Friday to a house fire in the 400 block of Earl McNatt Road. Fire officials say a tree…
Jackson Christian 8th grader dies in tubing accident
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An eighth grade student at Jackson Christian died this week after being injured in a tubing accident. Ryder Lewis passed away from injuries sustained in a tubing accident Thursday morning, according to a post on the Jackson…
Victims ID'd in Maryland newspaper shooting
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) -- Officials have released the names of the five people killed in a shooting at a Maryland newspaper. Lt. Ryan Frashure of Anne Arundel County Police read the names at a news conference Thursday night, hours after the…
Obion Co. man says he found 4-page 'racist manual' at his job
WARNING: This story contains disturbing language. OBION COUNTY, Tenn. -- An Obion County man says he found a racist document inside his place of employment and is now seeking legal…
Voters turn out for candidate's forum in Carroll County
HUNTINGDON, Tenn.--Nine Carroll County candidates running for office spoke to community members Thursday night. The candidates forum was held at 'The Dixie' in Huntingdon. Candidates running in the mayor, circuit court…
Community shows support to family following death of student
LEXINGTON, Tenn.--Family, friends and community members mourn the loss of a young man who died after drowning last week. Visitation for Tyler Spann was held at Lexington High School. The…
Four people sent to hospital in three car crash in northeast Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn.--Four people were transported to the hospital Thursday night after a crash in northeast Jackson. Jackson Police say three cars crashed at BancorpSouth Drive. The people involved in the…
Madison County Fire Department wins Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
JACKSON, Tenn.--Thursday was the last day of the Battle of the Badges. During the past two weeks, Lifeline Blood Services has been asking people to come in and donate in…
Local unsung hero honored at Jefferson Award Gala in Washington D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C.--Thursday night, a local hero is honored in Washington D.C. at an annual gala as a part of the Jefferson Awards in partnership with Leader's Credit Union. The Jefferson Award…
TDOT announces road construction on hold for Independence Day
NASHVILLE -- If you're concerned about road work slowing down your Fourth of July holiday plans, there's no need to worry. The Tennessee Department of Transportation announced road construction will be put on hold for Independence Day. There will be…
Jackson hosts TN Fraternal Order of Police Conference
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Fraternal of Police Conference kicked off Thursday in Jackson. Sam Knolton traveled from Clarksville to attend. "We certainly want to help other agencies, learn from other…
Madison Co. leaders to vote on property tax rate
JACKSON, Tenn. — Madison County leaders are one step closer to finalizing a new budget. "I'm feeling good about it," budget chairman Doug Stephenson said. He says the $228 million budget…
