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A new state bill awaiting Governor Lee's signature would require school districts to limit digital device use for students in grades K-5. nbc39.com/news/tennessee…

The City of Jackson has installed new state grant-funded restroom facilities at Shirlene Mercer and Stella Duncan parks, with an official opening pending final inspections. nbc39.com/news/local/new…

The Small Business Administration has opened an outreach center in Savannah to provide low-interest disaster loans and application assistance for Tennesseans recovering from Winter Storm Fern. nbc39.com/news/local/sma…

The Jackson Choral Society will perform its nature-themed spring concert, "All Nature Sings," featuring a mix of beautiful and humorous music on Saturday, April 18, at the First Baptist Church in Jackson. nbc39.com/news/local/jac…

Charter Senior Living in Jackson is hosting a $10 fish fry fundraiser this Friday at noon to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association's patient care and research efforts. nbc39.com/news/local/jac…

The Tennessee House passed a bill on Thursday that would ban the possession and sale of kratom, potentially elevating manufacturing and distribution to a felony offense while adding the substance to workplace drug-testing programs. nbc39.com/homepage/tenne…

A pilot safely landed a small plane in a field near Savannah's Highway 64 following a mechanical issue this morning. nbc39.com/news/local/pil…

The Tennessee Department of Revenue has extended franchise and excise tax deadlines to May 22 for businesses impacted by Winter Storm Fern, matching federal IRS relief. nbc39.com/news/local/ten…

Governor Bill Lee has proposed doubling Tennessee's Education Freedom Scholarships to 40,000 as supporters praise the program's flexibility and opponents warn of its impact on the public school system. nbc39.com/news/politics/…

The USDA has retracted its food safety alert for certain dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets after additional testing by the Madison County Health Department confirmed the initial warning was a false positive and the product is safe to eat. nbc39.com/news/local/din…

The Griot Collective will host a National Poetry Month open mic event Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Carnegie Center for Arts and History. The event will feature local poets and recognize winners of the Black History Month poetry contest. nbc39.com/news/things_to…

The Jackson Arts Council updated the City Council on efforts to expand arts programming, including nearly 2,000 Art Boxes distributed to students and 21 grants awarded to local artists and organizations across Jackson and Madison County. nbc39.com/news/local/jac…

Jackson Regional Airport has installed a new entrance sign along Smith Lane to welcome visitors. Officials say the upgrade enhances the arrival experience, while the airport also recorded over 1,100 travelers in March. nbc39.com/news/local/jac…

A West Tennessee theft case involving about $60,000 in stolen farm equipment has ended with an eight-year prison sentence. Authorities say the equipment was tracked across state lines and later recovered through a multi-agency investigation. nbc39.com/news/crime/the…

Tennessee Highway Patrol and safety officials have launched Operation Hands Free to combat distracted driving during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The effort targets phone use behind the wheel through increased enforcement statewide. nbc39.com/news/local/ten…

The West Tennessee Veterans Coalition has launched the Honor Circle program to support local veterans in need. Monthly donations go to the Veterans In Crisis (V.I.C.) Grant Fund, providing emergency assistance across 22 counties. nbc39.com/news/local/wes…

A paving project has begun on U.S. Route 51 in Dyersburg covering nearly six miles from Ragan Levee Road to U.S. 412. Crews will work through October with lane closures and resurfacing updates. nbc39.com/news/local/pav…

Madison County has outlined its Fiscal Year 2026–2027 budget process, including April public hearings and a final vote set for June 25. Officials say the county remains financially stable, operating under budget while maintaining services. nbc39.com/news/politics/…

Drivers in Jackson, Tennessee, USA and across West Tennessee are seeing higher gas prices as oil trades above $100 per barrel. The state average is $3.85, with increases tied to Strait of Hormuz disruptions and global supply concerns. nbc39.com/news/local/wes…

Communities across the region observed Good Friday with church services focused on prayer, reflection, and faith. Residents gathered to reflect on the meaning of the day and its spiritual significance during local services. nbc39.com/news/local/com…