Sheriff's office names woman killed by train
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Sheriff's Office has released the identity of the woman killed Monday morning after being struck by a train. Stacy L. Warren, 37, was killed…
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JMCSS Education Vision committee meets
JACKSON, Tenn.-Discussions over the status of the Jackson-Madison County School System continued, Tuesday night during a meeting of the education vision committee. The committee comprised of county commissioners and school board…
Voters question candidates at NAACP forum
JACKSON, Tenn -- Candidates took questions from potential voters, Tuesday night as part of the NAACP Candidates Forum. Of the 21 candidates running for the Tennessee's 8th Congressional District seat, only…
Lane College hosts "Praise Break", dozens offer prayer for the nation
JACKSON, Tenn.- Dozens gather in prayer Tuesday night at Lane College, in light of recent events across the country. About 50 community members gathered for what Lane calls a "Praise Break."…
Body of missing Fort Campbell soldier found
FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (AP) - The body of a 101st Airborne Division soldier who was swept away by strong currents during severe weather at Fort Campbell has been found. The post said Tuesday that the soldier was found less than…
Judge denies lawmaker's attempt to block probe of conduct
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A Nashville chancellor won't block the release of an investigative report on allegations of sexual harassment by state Rep. Jeremy Durham. Chancellor Russell Perkins said in a Tuesday ruling that Durham raised some legitimate questions about…
Massage parlors will remain closed after owners appear in court
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The owners of the spas that were shut down last week appeared Tuesday morning in Madison County Chancery court. They are facing a nuisance petition alleging…
Jackson police chief honors citizen dedicated to city's youth
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local police honored a Jackson resident Tuesday for her devotion to the youth of Jackson and their families. Jackson Police Chief Julian Wiser recognized Debra "Pee Wee" Williams-Easley for her work with the youth of the city…
Early voting begins Friday for state primary & general election
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Early voting for the state primary and general election begins Friday, July 12. With more than 40 candidates on the ballots, voters have no shortage of…
Reelfoot Rural Ministries in need of school supplies
OBION COUNTY, Tenn. -- School starts in just a few weeks, and one local nonprofit is working to make sure all the kids in their community are ready, one…
For local grower, watermelon crop ripens family tradition
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- In the heat of the summer, it's hard to beat a slice of fresh, cold watermelon. If you've ever tried to grow one of your own, you know…
Sheriff: Woman killed by train has been identified
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Officers have identified the woman who was killed Monday morning when struck by a train. The sheriff's office has not yet released the woman's name.…
Chick-fil-A offers free meal to costumed customers on 'Cow Appreciation Day'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A tradition now in its 12th year had dozens of West Tennesseans saying "mooooo" while ordering food Tuesday at Chick-fil-A. For their annual Cow Appreciation Day, customers…
Union Summer Music Camp educates, brings fun for kids
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The sound of music is rising on Union University's campus. "They tell me how excited they are and they can't wait to come, and that's exciting to…
Madison Co. Fire Dept. gets first-ever ladder truck
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Fire Department recently purchased its first ladder truck, according to Chief Eric Turner. “It's a late '80s model truck,” Turner said. “We are…
