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Harvest Church honors mothers with tribute service
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.—One local church celebrates Mother’s Day with a special service. Harvest Church located at 3401 Bledsoe Road in Humboldt hosted a service today dedicated to a special family member, Mom. The service began at 10 this morning and included a tribute message to mothers from Pastor Seth...
Two found dead in Crockett Co. home, TBI investigating
CROCKETT, Tenn. (WMC) - Crockett County Sheriff’s Office found two people dead Thursday night. CCSO found two people dead in a home on Highway 88 between Alamo and Maury City. Tennessee Bureau of Investigation was called to the scene. “It is very early in the investigation and there are...
Tradition for Humboldt residents comes to an end
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.– One local community’s traditional weekend takes a hit due to a “No Trespassing” sign. The area known as the “Crossing” by residents of Humboldt community, is now blocked from being used for a long-standing event and residents are just wanting answers as to “why now?”
Downtown hotel, men's shelter on horizon for Jackson development
Tuesday's city council meeting entailed updates on the newest hotel coming downtown, a guaranteed maximum price budget for the men's homeless shelter, and extensive public commentary voicing unanimous opposition to rezoning a residential area in northwest Jackson. Residential rezoning ...
Hot dog alert! Oscar Mayer Wienermobile coming to four Tennessee cities this month
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be in several cities in Tennessee over the next month. The giant hotdog vehicle will be hanging out in four different cities in Tennessee between May 9 and May 19. While you won't be able to buy hotdogs from the vehicle, you can take pictures and even go...
How you can help Jackson Police solve crime in the city
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson Police Department reminds citizens of a way they could help fight crime in the city. Jackson residents with security cameras are asked to register their camera system with Safe Jackson, TN, JPD’s camera registry program. Registering your cameras does not allow police access...
Century Farms Winery hosts a unique Mother’s Day event
JACKSON, Tenn.—Century Farms Winery held an exclusive Mother’s Day Posh Picnic. Mothers and guests had the opportunity to enjoy a charcuterie board and wine outside near the vineyard. The space was open to the first 30 guests who purchased a ticket. Guests also had the opportunity to take...
Augustine School hosts its Spring Soiree
JACKSON, Tenn.—It’s the largest fundraiser of the year for one local school. Augustine School held their Spring Soiree this evening. It was a night full of food, drinks and laughter. Director of development, Bailey Bell told us that Augustine’s School holds this fundraiser to raise money for capital...
Family Fun Fest returns to the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn.—One event returns to Jackson with fun for the entire family. Area Relief Ministries presented its annual Family Fun Fest today at Jackson’s Amp at the Market. The event took place from 10 this morning until 2 this afternoon with activities for every member of the family...
Damage near Jackson, Williamson Co. line consistent with EF1 tornado, NWS says
SOUTHERN Ill. (KFVS) - Storm damage near the Jackson/Williamson County line is consistent with an EF1 tornado, according to the National Weather Service. According to a release from the Williamson County Emergency Management, the NWS finished surveying the area around Skyhawk Road on Thursday, May 9 and determined the damage was consistent with an EF1 tornado and windspeeds around 90 miles per hour.
Gov. Bill Lee visits West Tennessee for Governors Luncheon
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. — The governor of Tennessee made a stop in Humboldt today, May 10. Governor Bill Lee was the keynote speaker at the annual West Tennessee Strawberry Festival Governors Luncheon. This is the premier political networking event of the year. Governor Lee also talked about the poverty level...
Heat-loving Heliotrope flourishes in hot summers
In 2021, we trialed Heliotrope Augusta® Lavender at the University of Tennessee Gardens, Jackson, for the first time. Jason Reeves, horticulturist at UT Gardens, Jackson, and I highlighted this plant on our regular Facebook Live sessions for the gardens and bantered each week over how long the young plants would survive our heat and humidity. My memories of Heliotrope, Heliotropium arborescens, from years ago with its dark green leaves, towering dark purple blossoms, and intoxicating vanilla grape scent were a strange mix of admiration and...
Local students recognized at “Do the Write Thing” ceremony
JACKSON, Tenn.—One organization recognizes a special group of local students. The “Do the Write Thing” Recognition & Awards Breakfast was held this morning. It took place from 9 until 11 this morning at the DoubleTree Hotel in Jackson. The event featured a breakfast meal, a message from...
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