West Tennesseans gather for Veteran's day parade
JACKSON, Tenn -- For the second year in a row west Tennesseans gathered for a Veteran's Day parade. Organizers with the Veterans program committee say it's a chance for the community…
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27th Annual Charity Gala raises money for good cause
JACKSON, Tenn -- A legacy continuing in the community for 27 years. The West Tennessee Health Care Foundation's annual Charity Gala benefits Ayers Children's Medical Center and the Kirkland Cancer Center. "Tonight is…
Charity dinner benefits African girls in need
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- It was a night of giving and celebration in Brownsville as residents hosted a big dinner to raise money for little dresses. The charity is Dresses for Africa,…
Civil War battle comes to life
PARKERS CROSSROADS, Tenn. -- Cannon's boomed, hooves stomped, and soldiers marched at this well-known and historic site more than 150 years ago. One soldier shared with us why it's so important…
Homecoming activities continue at Freed-Hardeman University
HENDERSON, Tenn.--There's no shortage of activities going on for homecoming weekend at Freed-Hardeman University. Thanks to help from FHU associates, an auxiliary group of ladies that do projects all year long to…
Hamilton County school board denies liability in rape case
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The Hamilton County Board of Education argues in court filings that it should not be held liable for the rape of a freshman basketball player. The Chattanooga Times Free Press reports (http://bit.ly/2g0cfhq ) that the legal repose…
Downtown businesses salute soldiers with fundraiser
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several downtown Jackson businesses partnered together Friday night in support of veterans, their families and first responders for the first-ever Downtown Jackson Salutes Our Soldiers fundraiser.…
Liberty Garden Park holds Veterans Day dedication
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Veterans, future military and community members gathered Friday at Liberty Park in north Jackson for the first ceremony at the Veterans Memorial Gazebo. Liberty Garden Park was first created…
Fire dept. rules out arson in blaze that destroyed north Jackson home
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In an update on a fire that destroyed a home Thursday in north Jackson, officials confirm they have now ruled out arson. The Jackson fire marshal said the fire on…
Bethel University rededicates library in honor of former president
McKENZIE, Tenn. -- The library at Bethel University was rededicated Friday as the Burroughs Learning Center. City of McKenzie and university leaders stood with students as the library was named after a former university president. After the ribbon cutting, students and guests…
High school seniors compete for full ride at Bethel University
McKENZIE, Tenn. -- For nearly 30 years, a scholarship competition at a West Tennessee college has awarded two students with a tremendous opportunity. "Well typically we give tuition, room and…
Milan High School students host Veterans Day ceremony
MILAN, Tenn. -- Milan High School students took a break from classes Friday afternoon to honor our country's veterans. Nearly 100 veterans attended the ceremony where each branch of the…
Community remembers local veterans at 11-11 service
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Each year in Brownsville, veterans, service members and the community gather for a memorial service at 11 o'clock on the 11th day of November in the town square to honor those…
American Legion Post 282 of Brownsville receives keys to new building
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Local veterans received something on this Veterans Day for which they've been waiting a long time. Haywood County Mayor Franklin Smith presented the American Legion Post 282 of Brownsville with keys to a building they can call…
Haywood Co. community brings holiday shopping close to home
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Folks in Haywood County are already getting in the holiday spirit by shopping right at home. 'Tis the season to shop until you drop, and the ninth annual "Holiday…
