McNairy Co. to host job outreach event
MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn.- The state of Tennessee said there are more than 90,000 jobs available across the state and they are just a click away. This Wednesday, from 10 a.m.…
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McNairy Co. storm damage more than $1 million
McNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- It has been nearly three weeks since an EF-4 tornado touched down in Selmer. As volunteers and first responders worked to clean, they were also adding…
Weakley Co. deputies ask for help to find woman
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn.-The Weakley County Sheriff's Department is asking for help finding a woman who has not been seen since last night. Investigators did not release a picture of Cynthia…
Bolivar police investigate first homicide of 2016
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Bolivar police responded Friday night to the city's first homicide of the year. Neighbors along Lafayette Street said they heard a gunshot around 7:30 p.m. Friday but didn't realize what had happened until police…
Fire officials offer tips for space heater safety
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- If you own a space heater, fire officials have safety reminders that are worth hearing again. According to Madison County Fire Chief Eric Turner, most fires caused by heaters…
Local groups provide shelter to those in need during winter weather
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A recent plunge in temperatures has local organizations working to take in as many people in need as they can during the cold nights. Area Relief Ministries offers shelter to…
Madison Co. Commission to vote on referendum regarding JMCSS expansion
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A referendum on the Jackson-Madison County School System's building new schools is on its way to the Madison County Commission. The Legislative-Resolutions Committee unanimously approved bringing a non-binding referendum to…
Mayor speaks out after deadly Bolivar shooting
HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn. -- The mayor of Bolivar is sharing his condolences for the victim's family and praising the police department's quick response after a deadly Friday night shooting.
Lifeline Blood Services still in critical need of donors
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local blood collection facility has issued another critical appeal for donors. Following a shortage announced last week, officials at Lifeline Blood Services re-evaluated its need for blood products…
Cold temps pose danger for outdoor pets
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Overnight wind chills could make outside temperatures feel like some of the coldest temps of the season — making for tough conditions for outdoor pets. The dip…
Human trafficking course kicks off in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local law enforcement officers are learning more about the fight against human trafficking as part of a three-day training course. U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Tennessee Edward…
As Powerball tops historic $1 billion, a look at 10 highest U.S. lotto jackpots
The Powerball jackpot for Wednesday night's drawing will be an estimated $1.4 billion — the largest lottery jackpot in the world. Not that there aren't large jackpots elsewhere. Spain's massively popular Christmas lottery, known as "El Gordo," is ranked as…
2nd man charged in Christmas Eve robbery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man went before a judge Monday on a charge stemming from a Christmas Eve robbery. LaMarlow Martin is charged with aggravated…
Englewood opens new campus in Medina
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Englewood Baptist Church opened its north location in Gibson County, Sunday. Monday through Friday, the building is Medina Middle School, but on the weekends, the gym and other…
Blood supply reaches second week of critical need
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local blood bank is continuing to issue a critical appeal for blood due to a shortage. Lifeline Blood Services has re-evaluated its need for blood products in…
