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Weakley Co. Mayor issues Executive Order for Flags to Half-Staff honoring Deputy Bonham

Weakley County Mayor Dale Hutcherson issues an Executive Order for the lowering of flags to half-staff for Deputy Derrick Bonham.

Semi-truck overturns on I-40

According to a WBBJ news tipster, a wreck occurred involving a semi-truck Saturday morning on I-40 near mile marker 70.

Hardin Co. EMA: Residents should report structural damages

Hardin County Emergency Management Agency is requesting that those residents in the county who have experienced structural damage to their primary residence should report those findings.

Funeral arrangements announced for fallen Deputy Derrick Bonham

The Weakley County Sheriff's Office has announced funeral arrangements for fallen officer, Deputy Derrick Bonham.

Milan Public Utilities working to repair water main break

Milan Public Utilities is currently responding to a water main break on South First Street in Milan.

TEMA launches survey to self-report damages to homes impacted by Winter Storm Fern

The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) is asking anyone whose home has been impacted by recent events to complete a new, easy-to-use survey to report any damages.

City of Jackson continues winter weather response

Our crew went out Friday night checking the latest conditions of the roads in the Hub City after the recent winter system.

Selmer Utility Division offers help amid power disruption, freezing temps

Selmer Utility Division is helping people impacted by the winter storm with their shower and water station.

Warming center opens in Adamsville

A warming shelter has opened in Adamsville to help those without adequate heat.

U.S. Postal Service Commemorates the Life of Phillis Wheatley

The U.S. Postal Service held a first-day-of-issue stamp dedication to commemorate the life of Phillis Wheatley at the historic Old South Meeting House in Boston..

TEMA confirms 21 weather-related fatalities in latest report

The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency has released another flash report adding to the death toll from the recent winter storm.

Ohio woman arrested, charged in shooting death of Weakley Co. deputy

An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest of an Ohio woman in connection to the shooting death of a Weakley County deputy.

Blackburn, Schiff, Grassley introduce legislation to improve access to care for veterans

“Every veteran deserves to receive the benefits and care they earned in a timely manner.”

AAA warns homeowners about ice dam risks following winter storm

In the wake of the recent winter storm, AAA urges Tennessee homeowners to watch for ice dams, which are frozen ridges that form along roof edges and can lead to costly water damage inside the home.