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Weakley County community mourns death of Westview student-athlete

MARTIN, Tenn. (WBBJ) - The Weakley County community is mourning the death of Colton Wayne Stewart, a 14-year-old Westview High School student who played football and baseball for the Chargers. Murphy Funeral Home said Stewart died Thursday evening, Nov. 12. Westview High School announced his death Friday. The circumstances surrounding...

Weakley County, TN · 2d

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Tennessee Honors Shackelford Funeral Directors for 100 Years in Business

Shackelford Funeral Directors was recognized for 100 years in business in Tennessee during a program Thursday, November 12, 2026, at its Bolivar funeral home on Mecklenburg Drive. Tracey Exum from The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development presented a certificate from TNECD Commissioner Stuart McWhorter marking the centennial. The...

Bolivar, TN · 2d

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Newbern woman was denied state help with Medicare Part B costs

NEWBERN, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Access to healthcare can become a fight of its own. That’s the reality one Newbern woman now faces. “And I try to look at the good side, but I’ve lost my faith in a lot of it,” Tammy Brooks, who is battling Stage 3 lung cancer, said.

Newbern, TN · 2d

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The supply, demand, solutions to Madison County's childcare problem

Madison County is trying to tackle its complex childcare and child well-being access standing, which previously ranked 95th out of 95 counties, and a new study shows how employers can get involved. In 2022, the last-place ranking , designated by the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth (TCCY), led to the creation of the Madison County Children's Cabinet in 2023 . The cabinet is led by local leaders including Jackson Mayor Scott Conger, Madison County Mayor AJ Massey and Jackson-Madison County School System Superintendent Marlon King. More: Jackson ranks as 'Best Place For Working Parents,' but among lowest in child well-being More: Madison Co. Mayor delivers State of the County: Economic investments grow more than last 6 years combined Today, the county ranks 89th for overall child well-being, according to 2026 TCCY numbers. Ashley LiBetti, principal consultant for Pillars Research and Strategy, presented the research findings on Nov. 10 to a room full of community leaders representing fields from education to non-profit networks. The study was funded by a grant through the Tennessee Valley Authority and, in part, with matching funds from the county. The primary sources for gathering the data were provided by care providers, working parents, Madison County

Madison County, TN · 2d

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Historical Markers Identify Trail Of Tears Thru Henry County

Paris, Tenn.–Henry County Historian Dr. David Webb spoke before a well-attended crowd Thursday evening on the tragic trek of the Trail of Tears through Henry County. The state has recently been installing historical markers in Henry County. The Henry County Historical Society requested the markers several years ago. Some...

Henry County, TN · 2d

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Restaurant Inspection Scores {Hardeman County} – October 2026

Hardeman County, TN · 2d

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South Fulton Middle School ranked No. 28 in Tennessee

SOUTH FULTON, Tenn. (KBSI) – South Fulton Middle School has been ranked No. 28 in Tennessee in the 2027 Best Middle Schools rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. According to Obion County Schools, the recognition places South Fulton Middle School among the state’s top-performing middle schools.

Tennessee · 2d

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City Of Paris’ Commitment To Downtown Revitalization Commemorated

Jackson, Tenn.–At the Rurul Development Feedback Forum in Jackson, Downtown Paris Association Director Tara Wilson was presented with the new Tennessee Main Street logo to commemorate the DPA’s continued commitment to downtown revitalization and preservation. Wilson is also interim director of the Paris-Henry County Chamber. Wilson, Paris City...

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Madison County faces challenges in child safety, education

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - From getting to class to feeling safe at home, children in Madison County face a range of challenges, according to a report from the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth. The report ranks Madison County 94th out of Tennessee’s 95 counties in child safety and risk...

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Henry County Commission To Meet Monday

Paris, Tenn.–A busy meeting is in store for the Henry County Commission when it meets at 5:30 p.m. Monday, November 16 at the courthouse. Among agenda items are consideration of the floor plans for the renovation for the former TRC building and change order to Renaissance Historic Exteriors for the bell tower on the courthouse.

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UC Veteran Speaks At UT Martin Program

MARTIN, Tenn. – Tasha Bowman, a retired sergeant first class from Union City, signed up for service to the Tennessee Army National Guard when she was 17 and served more than 20 total years over two stints. Bowman deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Inherent Resolve in 2014...

Martin, TN · 1d

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Flu season arrives as Jackson residents take precautions

The holidays are the way which means a lot of people. With the flu season getting started it can become easy to catch it during the holidays. 39 News speaks to local residents on what they will do to avoid the illnesses.

Jackson, TN · 3d

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Flu season arrives in Jackson ahead of busy holiday season

The cold breeze Jackson is feeling means the flu season has arrived. With the holidays right around the corner, how can you avoid the flu this year?. Some ways to avoid the flu include avoiding close contact with people who are sick, staying home when you're sick, and covering your nose and mouth, cdc.gov recommends.

Jackson, TN · 3d

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Main Street-Union City “Lighting of the Christmas Tree”

Last night was a big night in downtown Union City with the Main Street “Lighting of the Christmas Tree”. The annual event was emceed by Joe Ward, and included music from local students and the recognition of area students for their specially hand-made ornaments for the tree. The...

Union City, TN · 2d

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Germantown, Collierville ranked among 30 best small cities to live in America

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Two local suburbs have earned national recognition as some of the best small cities to live in the United States. Germantown and Collierville both ranked among the nation's top 30 small cities in Livability.com's inaugural 2026 ranking of the 50 Best Small Cities in America, released Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Collierville, TN · 3d

WREG

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Health department on possible cause of mystery stench in Memphis

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Shelby County Health Department may have gotten to the bottom of a foul smell reported across parts of Memphis and Shelby County this week. For days, residents have been complaining online about a strong odor that smelled like sewage or something rotten. The health department said it has been working with […]

Memphis, TN · 3d

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Financial literacy advocate sees ‘gold mine’ in Memphis, urges residents to seize it

As Mayor Paul Young works toward his goal of adding 10,000 housing units in Memphis by 2030, John Hope Bryant says he is ready to buy two homes himself. Bryant, founder of Atlanta-based financial literacy nonprofit Operation HOPE, sees promising investment opportunities in the city, and he wants Memphians to recognize the potential too.

Memphis, TN · 3d

Atlanta Black Star

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Memphis Station’s Decision to Let Reporter Go Days After Pressing Marsha Blackburn About Black Residents Has Viewers Crying Foul

Outrage is growing after FOX13 Memphis let go of Black reporter Rob Sneed from his freelance position, shortly after he questioned Tennessee Gov.-elect Marsha Blackburn […] Memphis Station’s Decision to Let Reporter Go Days After Pressing Marsha Blackburn About Black Residents Has Viewers Crying Foul

Tennessee · 4d

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RaceTrac Hits a New City in Tennessee

The chain plans to open additional stores by the end of the year. RaceTrac has announced an expansion of its footprint in Tennessee with the opening of its first location in Memphis. The new site “marks an exciting milestone as RaceTrac continues to bring its travel center experience to new communities,” the company noted in a statement.

Tennessee · 4d

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Ford Jr. must report to prison by Dec. 3

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Former Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. has exactly three weeks to surrender to federal prison to serve his tax evasion sentence. He’ll serve that two-year sentence at a minimum-security prison on the grounds of Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama. Ford Jr. has until 2 in the afternoon on Dec. […]

Shelby County, TN · 2d