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Tennessee District Attorney's General Conference launches project Safe Tennessee
3+ hour, 5+ min ago (202+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WBBJ) " The Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference announced Wednesday the launch of Project Safe Tennessee, a new initiative informed by data to highlight innovative, evidence-based strategies to combat violent crime and strengthen public safety across the state. Data…...
West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex cleaning up after storm damage
1+ week, 6+ day ago (152+ words) JACKSON " The West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex in Jackson is cleaning up after storm damage. Director of Operations Jason Compton said his grounds crew called early Tuesday after they found parts of the complex torn apart. They also found damage to…...
LIST: Storm shelters available across West Tennessee
2+ week, 2+ day ago (50+ words) WBBJ TV JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) " As the severe weather threat moves into West Tennessee Monday, several organizations are opening shelters to local residents. Here is a list of shelters across the area. Be sure to check back for future listings…...
Carroll County museum reopens doors to communities across west Tennessee
2+ week, 2+ day ago (151+ words) MCKENZIE, Tenn. One local museum reopens their doors for the community. The Carroll County Historical Society hosted a ribbon cutting with fun for the whole family Sunday afternoon. The museum is home of former Tennessee Governor Gordon Browning's archives, the…...
Tennessee Tourism expands "Bike Tennessee" program with 37 new gravel routes
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (363+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. " The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development (TDTD) is inviting cyclists to experience even more of Tennessee's breathtaking scenery and natural beauty with the addition of 37 newly curated gravel cycling routes to its Bike Tennessee program. Courtesy of Tennessee…...
IRS announces tax relief for taxpayers impacted by winter storm in Tennessee; postponed to May 22, 2026
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (1093+ words) WASHINGTON " The Internal Revenue Service announced Friday tax relief for individuals and businesses in Tennessee affected by Winter Storm Fern that began on Jan. 22, 2026. These taxpayers now have until May 22, 2026, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and…...
Tennessee Legislator Rep. Shaw Retires
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (285+ words) BOLIVAR Tenn. " A long-serving legislator announces his retirement. After more than 25 years of serving the state of Tennessee in District 80, Representative Johnny Shaw is closing out more than two decades of politics. He is also the first African American to…...
Tennessee Supreme Court assigns judges to replace Madison County's Mark Patey
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (235+ words) WBBJ TV Tennessee Supreme Court assigns judges to replace Madison County's Mark Patey JACKSON, Tenn. " A rare move from Tennessee's highest court effectively sidelining a Madison County general sessions judge. The order says the change comes after reports that division…...
Tennessee 'pot for potholes' bill returns to legislature
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (321+ words) JACKSON, Tenn. " A bill that would legalize cannabis in Tennessee and use the revenue to fix roads is once again up for discussion in the state capitol. The "pot for potholes" bill, proposed by Sen. Heidi Campbell and Rep. Aftyn…...
Tennessee Day of Hope brings mental health resources to Jackson fairgrounds
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (268+ words) JACKSON, Tenn. " The annual Tennessee Day of Hope was held Tuesday at the Jackson Fairgrounds, bringing together community members and organizations focused on mental health and addiction recovery. The event featured a breakfast, community resources, and a celebration of recovery…...