THP cracks down on seat belt violators
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) has started a new operation in an effort to get people to wear their seat belt. "You get into an accident, and someone…
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North beats South in final minute of All Star game
JACKSON, Tenn. - The North All-Stars defeated the South 26-24 in the West Tennessee All-Star football game. North Side's Tyalen Shaw threw the game-winning touchdown pass to Munford's Wilson…
Royal Christmas party at Rockabilly Hall of Fame
JACKSON, Tenn.-Saturday, music history makers will be in the Hub City for a royal Christmas party. The Internationally Rockabilly Hall of Fame will induct drummer Carl Griffin of the group 'The Ace Cannon Band' to its list. In his 57-year-career, Griffin…
Author dedicates book to residents of Paris, France
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn.-Inside a West Tennessee classroom Friday, a new holiday, gift and tribute, starts on the pages of a new children's book. Copies of "Journey of the Paper Heart" were given out…
Bethel Springs holds Christmas parade
McNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- For the first time in three years, Bethel Springs will hosted a Christmas parade Friday night. The event was held to bring the community together and bring Christmas spirit to…
Madison Co. jailer reportedly back at work after being attacked by inmate
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Officials with the Madison County Sheriff's Department say a jailer was attacked Wednesday night by an inmate inside the Madison County Jail. They would not release the name of the…
Lexington police search for park vandals
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The search is on for vandals responsible for thousands of dollars in damages at Lexington's Guy B. Amis Park. The Lexington Police Department shared photos of the damage. Officers call it…
UTM officials suspect reporting issue as cause of probation
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Leaders at UT Martin have shed a little more light on why the university has been placed on probation by the Southeast Association of Colleges and Schools, which controls accreditation…
Miss. man wanted in West Tenn. is arrested
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Mississippi man wanted for multiple armed robberies and vehicle thefts in two West Tennessee counties is behind bars. Henderson County deputies say Thomas Collums stole several pick-up trucks…
What's next after controversial Vision 2020 decision?
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After the school board's controversial Vision 2020 vote, we now know five Jackson-Madison County Schools are closing. "I really hate to see the tradition of a school end," said…
Sheriff buys new vehicle with drug fund money
McNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- As drug dealers in McNairy County are being put behind bars, any proceeds from drug sales and weapons are helping out the county's law enforcement. The sheriff's…
School Board approves 'Vision 2020' plans involving school closures
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board made a decision Thursday night on a final Vision 2020 plan. The board's two votes closes five of the district's 27 schools…
Runners help Santa with 'Stuff the Sleigh 5K Run'
MILAN, Tenn.-A group of West Tennessee children will have a Christmas to remember this year thanks to the Milan Fire Department and a whole lot of runners. The department held its fourth annual 'Stuff the Sleigh 5-K', which raises money for…
JSCC to offer installment payments for tuition
JACKSON, Tenn.-Jackson State Community College said starting this spring, it will offer students the option to pay their tuition in installments throughout the semester. The new tuition payment program spreads out the tuition over four…
New graduates for 'Leadership Jackson'
JACKSON, Tenn.-The newest class of Leadership Jackson has officially graduated. The three month program, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce gives class members the chance to visit community landmarks, and meet with area leaders. They also…
