Bolivar Energy Authority planning a scheduled power outage
Bolivar Energy Authority is planning a scheduled power outage on May 2 for the Hebron Substation service area.
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Madison County secures $10 Million in state funding for West Tennessee Regional Juvenile Justice Center
Madison County has been awarded $10 million through the General Assembly's approved state budget to support the initial development of a pre-adjudicated West Tennessee Regional Juvenile Justice Center. This investment marks a critical first step toward addressing longstanding gaps in juvenile justice infrastructure across the region.
Chamber of Commerce launches Keep Haywood County Beautiful with Earth Day celebration
The Brownsville-Haywood County Chamber of Commerce, with support from Ford Community Relations and the Ford Tennessee Truck Plant, launched its new initiative, Keep Haywood County Beautiful, with a special Earth Day celebration on April 22.
Community Champion: Natelle Waugh
It’s time to recognize a Community Champion, an honor given to people making a positive impact in the community, in partnership with Leaders Credit Union.
Union University holds final service in G.M. Savage Memorial Chapel
Union University is saying goodbye to a campus landmark.
Quick action by TBI agent helps save man's life in Gibson County
A heroic save in Gibson County as one agent jumps into action.
Jackson Rotary Club examines Tennessee housing challenges
Rotary members in Jackson recently examined Tennessee's housing challenges.
Distracted driving causes 10,000 deaths annually, advocates urge awareness
According to stopdistractions.org, 34 people are killed a day because a driver looked away from the road. April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
What's New Wednesday: The Experience Salon by Gary Gereau
Gary Gereau recently opened The Experience Salon in north Jackson.
Judge revokes bonds for 2 defendants charged with new crimes while on release
Two defendants are back in custody after a Haywood County judge revoked their bonds. Both were arrested on new charges while out on release.
FHU graduate program adds Master of Science in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
Freed-Hardeman University will offer a Master of Science in applied sport and exercise psychology beginning in Fall 2026, becoming the only university in West Tennessee to offer a master’s degree in this discipline. This distance education program meets educational requirements for the Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) certification from the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP).
Bomb threat reported at University School of Jackson
A bomb threat has been reported at the University School of Jackson, the school confirmed on social media Wednesday.
New faces of excellence crowned as Mister & Miss Lane College
Lane College has named its newest student leaders to one of the institution’s highest honors, crowning Shamaiya Flagg as the 58 Miss and Steven Turner II as the 12 Mister.
Bomb threat prompts evacuation at Bass Pro Pyramid; MPD gives all clear
Memphis police responded to the Bass Pro Pyramid in downtown Memphis on Wednesday to investigate an incident.
Remains of 3 children between 3-7 years old found in Hickory Hill
A large law enforcement presence has formed in Hickory Hill.
