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Scotts Hill leaders working to help residents after power, water service interruption

SCOTTS HILL, Tenn.-- Utility crews continue to work diligently to help hundreds left without power. The town of Scotts Hill, which gets its…

Hardeman County leaders give update on recovery efforts following winter storm

HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn.--Many communities are still working around the clock to clear roads and restore power following the weekend winter storm. WBBJ 7…

State emergency operations at 'Level 3' following winter storm

NASHVILLE, Tenn.-- The state Emergency Operations Center in Nashville remains activated at a level 3 – state of emergency to support statewide coordination in response to the winter storm. Restoring power remains the state's top priority, as prolonged cold…

Businesses begin to reopen as first signs of melting emerge

People across the region felt the impact of last weekend's weather, and while many are still recovering, some are up and running.

Sen. Blackburn issues statement on winter storm damage

Senator Marsha Blackburn issued a statement on Wednesday, January 28, regarding the impact Winter Storm Fern had on the state.

THP assists over 1,600 motorists through the 4th day of historic Winter Storm

THP has assisted more than 1,660 motorists and responded to 3,514 calls for service since Winter Storm Fern began.

Federal troop deployments to US cities cost taxpayers $496M and counting

The Trump administration's deployment of federal troops to six U.S. cities has cost taxpayers about $496 million through December.

State sets up winter weather information hotline

If winter weather has left you without power or unsure where to turn, you’re not alone.

Partial federal shutdown seems increasingly likely as Democrats demand major changes to ICE

A partial government shutdown is looming at week’s end.

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Madison County EMA buildings collapse

Two buildings of the Madison County Emergency Management Agency collapsed as a result of the winter weather, according to Mayor A.J. Massey.

Mayor Conger offers explanation for status of Jackson's roads

Mayor Scott Conger is speaking out regarding criticism of snow and ice removal.

Save A Lot Shoppers donate 1K bags to support Reel Foot Ministries

Save A Lot in Dyersburg has donated more than 1,000 bags of much-needed, high-quality food to Reel Foot Ministries.

Benton County is first stop for The Mill’s new regional entrepreneurial Office Hours

The Mill Workspace is launching a new resource designed to support small business owners and entrepreneurs across Northwest Tennessee.

IRS opens 2026 filing season

The Internal Revenue Service today opened the 2026 tax filing season and began accepting and processing federal individual income tax returns for tax year 2025.