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Law enforcement teams execute search warrant, multiple detained
JACKSON, Tenn. — There was a large police presence at a local establishment earlier today, May 1. Around 4:30 p.m. we received a tip regarding a large number of unmarked police cars at a property on the 500 block of Main Street. When we got to the scene, multiple...
Regional Planning Commission approves new business site plans
JACKSON, Tenn. — The City of Jackson Regional Planning Commission met this afternoon, May 1. Preliminary site plans have been approved for some new businesses, including a new Dunkin Donuts. It would be located in the area of Parkstone Place near the ballpark. Other items considered during the meeting...
Residents protest against plans for substation near their homes
JACKSON, Tenn. — May 1, residents of the Jacks Creek Cove neighborhood attended a meeting to express their concerns about a possible substation being built by Southwest Tennessee Electric near their neighborhood. Representatives with Southwest declined interview but stated in the meeting their reasoning for choosing this specific location.
3 gang members sentenced to prison following murder in Humboldt
WASHINGTON – A federal jury convicted three members of the Hoover Criminal Gang yesterday for their roles in the murder of a suspected rival gang member. According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, Markell Young, 32; Octavius Ferguson, 27; and Jordan Powell, 25, all of Gibson County, Tennessee, were members of a sub-set of the Hoover Criminal Gang known as the 83rd or Eight Tray. This violent criminal street gang operated throughout Tennessee, California, and elsewhere, and was engaged in racketeering activities including murder, robberies, and the trafficking of marijuana and cocaine.
West TN Strawberry Festival prepares to return
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. — It’s the largest and longest running festival, and every year since 1934 the Strawberry Festival has returned to West Tennessee. The very first festivals were designed as a way to market Humboldt’s community and all of West Tennessee in a challenging economy. Organizers went...
2024 West Tennessee Strawberry Festival starts May 5 in Humboldt
We are only a few days away from one of the most anticipated events of the year -- the West Tennessee Strawberry Festival. It kicks off Sunday, May 5, at 2 p.m. in Humboldt at the West Tennessee Regional Art Center, followed by a week full of events for the entire family.
Construction for Senior Center underway
JACKSON, Tenn. — We have a follow up to a story we first brought to you on broadband grants. Construction on the long-awaited Senior Center is underway. With its completion comes the opportunity for seniors to come together for community, and further their knowledge. “We have received a grant...
City of Jackson warns against fire department phone scams
The City of Jackson has issued a warning against new phone scams. If you receive a call soliciting donations on behalf of the Fire Department, Fire Prevention, or Training Division it is a scam and you should hang up immediately. Do not share credit card or check information, city officials...
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