First ever boat parade held during Festival of the Lakes
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A boat parade and festival captivated Henderson County. In a remarkable display of community spirit and patriotism, the Festival of the Lakes event and the first-ever boat…
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Parade marks annual celebration in Dyer
DYER, Tenn. -- One town celebrated not only the 4th of July, but also held an annual parade. Dyer celebrated its 39th Dyer Station Celebration Tuesday morning. Organizers say this year…
White Squirrel Parade held in Kenton
KENTON, Tenn. -- The White Squirrel Parade was held in Kenton on Tuesday. The parade is part of a week-long celebration being held in the town, which has already included…
GALLERY: City of Martin opens 50-year-old time capsule
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Fifty years of Martin history has been unearthed. At the City of Martin's Centennial Celebration 50 years ago, a time capsule was buried at the CE Weldon…
TBI investigating two separate, fatal incidents
UPDATE: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirmed that they are also investigating a separate death that occurred in the 100 block of Oak Street. The TBI says one person was confirmed…
Rain or shine, event organziers plan ahead for July 4th celebrations
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several events across West Tennessee will be held on July 4th to celebrate Independence Day. With possible storms in the forecast, it is important to have a backup plan. At the White Squirrel Festival, the fireworks display…
Program at White Squirrel Festival honors vets, first responders
KENTON, Tenn. -- As part of the 2023 White Squirrel Festival in Kenton, a program was held to honor all first responders, military veterans and families. The event was held at the Kenton City Gym and the program included several…
Celebration held for Grand Marshal Sandy Moss
DYER, Tenn. -- A celebration was held to honor a very special person. A Grand Marshal Reception was held as part of the Dyer Station Celebration to honor Grand Marshal Sandy Moss. Moss said she is excited and grateful…
Ceremony held for first responders, veterans in Haywood County
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A ceremony was held at the Haywood County Courthouse in Brownsville on Monday. The celebration was held for first responders and veterans who risk their lives on a daily basis, for those who have risked their…
Maternal deaths in the US more than doubled over two decades. Black mothers died at the highest rate
Maternal deaths across the U.S. more than doubled over the course of two decades, and the tragedy unfolded unequally. FILE - Ansonia Lyons carries her son, Adrien Lyons, as she takes him for a diaper change…
Jackson restaurant getting drive-thru addition
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new drive-thru spot is coming to Jackson later this year. The Old Country Store announced that they are going through with plans to install a drive-thru on the northside of their current building. “We’ve been discussing…
Where to go for last minute firework sales
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Doing some last minute firework shopping for the Independence Day holiday? Deco Fireworks, in Lexington is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. during weekdays and is located near at 4100 US-412 in Lexington. They are…
From PTSD Awareness to July 4th: What to keep in mind
JACKSON, Tenn. -- June marked PTSD Awareness Month. With July 4th bringing in explosive celebrations, we share what to remember and what to keep in mind. PTSD, or Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, develops in some people who have experienced a shocking,…
Field of Flags on display near downtown Jackson through Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- These are the final days to view the Jackson-Madison Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution's 2023 Field of Flags in Triangle Park in downtown Jackson. Triangle Park, located at the intersection of Airways Boulevard, Main…
UPDATE: Henry County authorities say missing teen found
UPDATE: The Henry County Sheriff's Office says Teyana Smith has been located safe and returned home. EARLIER STORY: HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities in Henry County are attempting to locate a missing teen. Courtesy: Henry County…
