Local school resource officer starts 'The Shed' charity to help entire county
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- One local school resource officer is changing the lives of her students, and the rest of her county, one toothbrush at a time. "When the people…
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Local animal shelter receives funding for new facility
HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local animal shelter received funding to kick start their big move to a new facility. The animals and volunteers of Hardeman Adoptable Animals will soon…
State shares top education priorities for year; local leaders discuss plans
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A state education organization released Tennessee's top three education priorities for the year. The State Collaborative on Reforming Education, also known as SCORE, released their top three…
Local mom with global reach helps thousands daily
MEDINA, Tenn. -- One local stay-at-home mom is reaching thousands of people every day, using her platform to help people laugh through life. You may have seen some of…
JMCSS high schools host open houses this week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- High schools in the Jackson-Madison County School System will host open houses this week. The purpose of the open houses is to provide prospective students a chance to visit the schools, meet the faculty and staff, talk…
Bible lectureship draws thousands to Freed-Hardeman University
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Students of all ages are on Freed-Hardeman University's campus this week, but it's not your typical week of class. For many, this week is a tradition. "For…
Hooked on Science: Smoke Ring Launcher
Smoke Ring Launcher INGREDIENTS 32 Gallon Trash Can Shower Curtain 2 Bungee Cords Fog Machine INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Using a knife, have an adult cut a 5-inch hole in the bottom…
Pets of the Week: Puppy Power!
Puppy power! They are 7-week-old Pitbull mix puppies. Their mom was a stray that wandered up to somebody's house and she ended up at the shelter in Crockett County. She…
Visit Crockett Mission thrift store on Facebook
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- One local thrift store gives back directly to the community. Crockett Mission is a nonprofit thrift store in Maury City that helps families in need with expenses including rent, utilities and food. You can donate your items to…
Information on TDOT's 2017 Dynamic Message Sign Contest
To enter TDOT'S 2017 Dynamic Message Sign Contest, visit, www.tn.gov/tdot/article/dms-contest
Expermiment of the Week: Pop a Balloon with an Orange
Pop a Balloon with an Orange INGREDIENTS Balloon Orange Flexible Measuring Tape INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Inflate the balloon. Describe the inflated balloon by using its observable properties. Using the flexible measuring…
Pet of the Week: Amos
Pet of the week: Amos, available for adoption through Saving the animals together. Amos is a four-year old bird dog, but they aren't sure what specific breed. Melissa Roberts with STAT…
4th annual Sleepy John's Country Blues Jam is Saturday in Bownsville
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- They'll be singing the blues this weekend in Brownsville, and you're welcome to join the show. "A lot of people, when they think of the blues, they…
TBI: 42 arrested in Memphis prostitution sting; local expert weighs in
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A sting operation conducted by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation resulted in human trafficking charges against 42 people. One of those arrests includes a man from Humboldt. The TBI held a press conference Friday in Memphis to talk…
Highway 45 Bypass ranks high on governor's repair list
JACKSON, Tenn. — As Gov. Bill Haslam calls for a gas tax increase to help fund road improvements, one major project on TDOT's wishlist is the Highway 45 Bypass. Anyone…
Information on applying for open enrollment in JMC School System for 2017-18 school year
Open enrollment and magnet applications are available online at www.jmcss.org, by clicking the “Open Enrollment Applications” button. For families that do not have the ability at home to apply online, enrollment kiosks are available at the Board of Education Office…
Local OB/GYN urges caution when visiting Zika-affected regions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local doctor wants to give a friendly reminder to West Tennesseans. If you are planning on traveling outside the country this spring, be cautious when visiting Zika-affected…
Manufacturer to expand in Brownsville, create more jobs
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee Economic Development Commissioner Randy Boyd made a special trip to Brownsville Wednesday to announce the Teknor Apex company will be expanding. "They could choose any place…
TDOT's annual Safety Message Contest is back for 2017
NASHVILLE -- One of Tennessee's newest traditions has returned for 2017. The Tennessee Department of Transportation is looking for the Volunteer State's best safety slogan designed by drivers. Creative commuters can submit ideas for TDOT's Safety Message Contest. Submissions must follow one…
Pet of the Week: Marley
Pet of the week: Marley, available for adoption through Saving the animals together. He's an 11 month old lab mix. He loves everybody like most labs do. He's up to date…
