Emergency storm drain repairs force road closure
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An emergency road closure in north Jackson will have several homeowners walking to their houses for a little while. The Engineering Department of Jackson announced, Monday, all…
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Henderson Co. deputies release body cam footage, talk impact on training
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Henderson County deputies say body camera footage from a deputy-involved shooting could now be used as a training tool. Records show Deputy Dale Kizer was dispatched…
Local organization presents annual 'Woman of Achievement' award
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The area's newest "Woman of Achievement" was honored Monday by Jackson Area Business and Professional Women. The honor is given annually in conjunction with National Business Week. This…
Jackson Christian wraps up sale with 'dollar day'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Christian wraps up its semi-annual consignment sale Monday in hopes of setting a new record. Last spring, the event raised more than $125,000. Sellers receive 60 percent of the profit…
Fallen Madison Co. firefighter honored at national service
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A fallen member of the Madison County Fire Department, Christopher Blankenship is honored in Maryland. His family was on hand as he was recognized during the 35th annual National…
Man charged with assaulting wife at assisted living home
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man is facing a domestic assault charge after police say he broke his wife's collar bone. Eugene McCoy is charged with…
Ag experts, wildlife officers urge drivers to be wary on roadways
MILAN, Tenn. -- During this time of year, there's a few things you want to be aware of as you travel down the roadways. You may have seen a cotton picker…
Henderson Co. hires director to bring in business, jobs
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Henderson County has hired a new person to help bring in business and create jobs, this after two local plants announced hundreds of layoffs this year. Henderson…
Union City police investigate attempted armed robbery
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Police are looking for three men involved in an attempted armed robbery this weekend outside a Union City home. Officers responded just after 9 p.m. Saturday to…
Knoxville fall color show expected to be short
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Knoxville-area fall foliage is expected to make a shorter appearance this year because of a lack of rainfall and near record high average temperatures. The Knoxville News Sentinel reports that Knoxville is 5.35 inches below normal for the…
Youth leaders receive awards at Salvation Army church service
JACKSON, Tenn -- Young people in the community were honored during a special church service at the salvation army Sunday. Awards were given for community service, team building, and much more. Youth…
Local law enforcement promotes National Teen Driver Safety Week
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The '5 to drive' campaign gives parents some talking points about dangerous driving habits that could have fatal consequences for their teen drivers. With car crashes the leading…
4th Annual Bone Appétit supports local animal shelter
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Sunday night there was dinner under the stars to support a local animal shelter. The fourth annual Bone Appétit dinner on the lawn took place as a fundraiser for the…
Residents must have permits for outdoor burning in Gibson County
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- With dry temperatures and the lack of rain lately, city leaders are asking folks to be cautious when burning. "This time of year is bad time of year to…
Henderson County fire department gears up to open additional fire stations
LEXINGTON, Tenn -- The Henderson County Fire department has started to increase fire protection in a big way. The department is welcoming six new fire stations and Saturday Station 17 was…
