Lane College to honor alumni with Hall of Fame Banquet
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lane College is recognizing alumni that left their mark. "It's a great way for Lane College to honor its former students and student athletes for all their accomplishments…
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Sea of Blue, funeral procession to honor fallen Deputy Matthew Locke
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Sea of Blue is being held for fallen Hardin County Deputy Matthew Locke. The Hardin County Sheriff's Department says the Sea of Blue will be Thursday at 8 p.m. The department's says they will…
Park to mark 159th anniversary of the Battle of Corinth
CORINTH, Miss. -- Shiloh National Military Park is marking 159 years since the Battle of Corinth. The park says it will be commemorating the 1862 battle with a series of activities and hikes from Saturday, Oct. 2 to Tuesday,…
Jackson entrepreneurs support each other
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local entrepreneurs are coming together to share their talents at the Jackson Entrepreneur Group. "I started it because I just wanted to give entrepreneurs a space to show what they have and what they can do so…
Multiple events to be held in West Tennessee on Saturday
If you're looking for something to do this weekend, look no further. With terrific weather headed our way for the weekend, it is a great time to get outside. This Saturday there are at least a dozen different events and…
Carl Perkins Center celebrating 40th anniversary with concert
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse has been helping children in West Tennessee for 40 years. Megan Lewis, the marketing coordinator for the center, says they want to celebrate that accomplishment. "Most nonprofits…
Donnell Century Farm Adventure returns this weekend
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Donnell Century Farms is hosting its Farm Adventures this weekend. Donnell Farms says this family friendly event will bring back classics like Rubber Duck Races, corn mazes, a petting zoo and more. Donnell Farms says there…
Tips for finding the right car seat for your child
Do you have the right car seat for your child? Have you checked your child's car seat lately? If not, you may want to take a look. Sgt. Jena Eubanks, with the Tennessee Highway…
Bemis Historical Society works to preserve history
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Bemis Historical Society was founded in 1998 and has been keeping historic artifacts. "If you don't have a group or a society together to stimulate one another and keep…
Fire department shares safety tips as Fall nears
Fall begins on Wednesday, and cooler weather will eventually come with it. Jackson Fire Department wants to remind you of some safety tips before you start heating your home. For space heaters, JFD says: Keep space heaters at least 3-feet…
FedEx in Humboldt to begin building new facility
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- FedEx in Humboldt is getting a new facility. The Humboldt Chamber says the new building will be eight times larger than its current location, and will be connected by FedEx Way, a new road set to be…
West TN educators compete for grants by social media contest
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Educators across West Tennessee are showcasing their ideas or projects for a chance for them to be funded. The Leaders Education Foundation, started by Leaders Credit Union, recognizes an opportunity…
Milan police to host 5th Citizen's Police Academy
MILAN, Tenn. -- A local police department is giving the public an inside look of the task of working in law enforcement. The Milan Police Department is hosting its 5th annual Citizen's…
'Rate the Plates': Voting open for new license plate design
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- It is time to "Rate the Plates" in the state of Tennessee. On Monday, Gov. Bill Lee announced that everyone can help choose the next standard license plate. You will have the choose between four different designs,…
Attorneys general address antitrust laws in letter
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee's Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III is helping push for an update on federal antitrust laws. According to a news release, a letter sent to House and Senate leaders by a coalition of state attorneys general…
Pet of the Week: Bella
Today's Pet of the Week from Saving the Animals Together is Bella. Bella is approximately 4-years-old. She is up-to-date on her shots, spayed and micro-chipped. Bella is house trained and…
Westview Charger Band holds fundraiser
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The Westview Charger Band in Martin wants to fix you dinner! The band is traveling to Orlando, Florida in spring of next year. They will represent Martin and Weakley County by marching in the Disney parade. To…
Chicken Shack aims for another sellout at fair
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Chicken Shack, a fair staple in West Tennessee, is working hard to fill your cravings. Early in the morning, the West Tennessee State Fairgrounds are quiet and empty. However, long…
IRS reminds small businesses of free resources for National Small Business Week
In honor of National Small Business Week, the IRS reminding businesses about the free resources available to them. The IRS says small businesses serve a vital role in the economy, and they want them help them learn more about how…
Organization launches new campaign for Suicide Prevention Month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- September is Suicide Prevention Month, and one organization is spreading awareness through a new campaign. While travelling to work or while on your lunch break, you might have noticed signs…
