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It's harder than you think to give a gun for Christmas

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- With Black Friday upon us, people are buying plenty of gifts. Everything from electronics to clothes, even guns. But if you're buying guns as gifts, know it's not as simple as…

UPDATE: Missing Henderson woman located, is safe

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Henderson police have located a woman reported missing Thursday. Mary Carroll is safe and returning to her home, police say. Carroll, 27, of Henderson, was located around 6:15 p.m. Friday within Chester County, according to police. No…

Jackson police ramp up patrols for shopping season

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Police said Friday they are being proactive by increasing patrols during the holiday season. Officials said additional officers will be placed on patrol in busy shopping areas. It is not…

Families hand pick Christmas trees at local farm

This video is no longer available. BEECH BLUFF, Tenn. -- With Thanksgiving over, now the journey for the perfect Christmas tree begins. People from all over West Tennessee came out to the Ward Grove Christmas Tree Farm in hopes of…

West Tennesseans fill carts with marathon shopping sprees

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Early sales didn't stop thousands from Black Friday bargain hunting. Thousands of West Tennesseans checked items off the Christmas wish list, many with a marathon shopping spree. "I'm kinda passed the…

Tennessee Education Lottery Educator of the Week: Pyron

This video is no longer available. BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- This week's Educator of the Week presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery is Sam Pyron of Brownsville. He has been teaching science and coaching football for almost two years at Haywood…

Weather students drawn to UT Martin program

This video is no longer available. MARTIN, Tenn. -- Some of the most frequent deadly tornadoes in the country happen in our area. Because of this threat, there's a fascination to learn about these violent acts of nature. Storm spotter…

West Tenn. gets holiday shopping started on 'Gray Thursday'

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- The holiday shopping season officially begins on Thanksgiving Day, with "Gray Thursday" one day ahead of traditional Black Friday. Many West Tennesseans stood in line Thursday in hopes of getting the…

Local church hosts Thanksgiving dinner

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The New Life Christian Center hosted a Thanksgiving Day celebration Thursday. The church opened their doors to the community for a worship opportunity and a free dinner for those in attendance. The church says giving back is…

Some Jackson gyms open Thanksgiving

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some West Tennessee gyms were open this Thanksgiving, and employees said the 'regulars' still showed up to sweat. Employees at Planet Fitness in Jackson said on a usual Thursday morning they…

Doctors urge awareness of holiday season stress

NORTH JACKSON -- Doctors are warning those with a heavy holiday schedule not to procrastinate. Many during the holiday season are beginning their long list of things to do. That list may include decorations, parties, gift wrapping and family commitments.…

Local wreckers stay busy on Thanksgiving

This video is no longer available. SOUTH JACKSON -- While many of us make our way to our Thanksgiving destination, Johnny Clark with Highway 70 Wrecker is on standby if you have trouble along the way. "From flat tires to…

West Tenn. runners mark holiday with Turkey Day 5K

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hundreds of West Tennesseans hit the streets to kick off their holiday with a little exercise. The Gold's Gym Turkey Day 5K brought out more than 900 runners Thursday. Proceeds from…

Meals on Wheels feeds hundreds in Gibson Co.

This video is no longer available. GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Few things bring people together like a warm holiday meal, and that's just what many in Gibson county were in need of on Thanksgiving. Dozens of volunteers were up at…

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