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Sheriff: Girl, 12, believed to have died by electrocution

This video is no longer available. CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A 12-year-old girl has died by what is believed to be accidental electrocution, according to the Chester County Sheriff's Department. The incident happened Sunday in the 2000 block of Old…

Businesses prepare for fall fest rush

This video is no longer available. BROWNSVILLE, Tenn.-- Businesses are looking forward to the city's annual fall festival to bring in some needed customers. "Everybody's really good in this town. They try to support their town, and all these businesses…

Local farmers say there's a pumpkin shortage

This video is no longer available. TOONE, Tenn. -- One local farm says pumpkin production is down about 50 percent this year. Ray Gilmer owns Falcon Ridge Farm in Toone and says this shortage is unusual. "Well we've only been…

Police warn motorists with parked vehicles

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department said over the weekend, several parking lots have been hit with a string of car burglaries. In various parts of Jackson, police say burglars went around to…

Sheriff: Maury City police chief arrested on 3 charges

This video is no longer available. CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee police chief finds himself on the other side of the law. The Crockett County Sheriff's Office says Maury City Police Chief Richard Stitts has been charged with…

Domestic violence awareness has "End it now" theme at Jackson church

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.-- A community gets involved in the fight for domestic violence awareness. Saturday, people in Jackson learned what domestic violence is, and how to stop the cycle. Sharon Wolfe was the guest speaker…

Hundreds turn out for Rockabilly Riot

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hundreds of people turned out Saturday morning in Downtown Jackson for a riot unlike any other. Runners started the 4 mile Rockabilly Riot obstacle course at the lift. It included a…

TN Scottish Festival brings in the clans

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Saturday, West Tennesseans attended the annual Scottish Festival at the Casey Jones Village in Jackson. Members of Scottish Clans came out to represent their roots as well as community members. Despite…

Haywood Co. bus driver allegedly assaulted

This video is no longer available. BROWNSVILLE, Tenn.-- In Haywood county, an alleged assault is under investigation involving two workers in the school system. According to a Brownsville police report, the bus garage foreman is accused of punching a female…

Three arrested after West Tenn. fugitive is found

This video is no longer available. HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Deputies discover drugs and stolen property during the arrest of a fugitive wanted in three West Tennessee counties. Deputies say Johnny Arnold was wanted on multiple charges for crimes ranging…