WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House says it believes U.S. government agencies largely fended off the latest cyberespionage onslaught blamed on Russia intelligence operatives, saying the spear-phishing campaign should not further damage relations with Moscow ahead of next month’s planned presidential summit. Officials downplayed the cyber assault as “basic phishing.” Microsoft, which disclosed the effort, said it believed most of…
PARKERS CROSSROADS, Tenn. — This Memorial Day weekend, many will be honoring and remembering those who lost their lives while serving our country. “We remember and we thank all of those who suffered on our behalf for the cause of liberty, and most especially those who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom having given all,” said Art Hemby,…
PARIS, Tenn. — The Henry County Medical Center is aiming to help its patients breathe better. The Pulmonary Rehabilitation staff at HCMC. The program began in April. (Photo courtesy: HCMC) Earlier this year, HCMC launched its Pulmonary Rehabilitation program. “HCMC has wanted to provide this program to patients for many years, but with the long term effects of COVID-19, it…
Friday Night Forecast for May 27th: Behind Friday’s cold front, cooler and breezy weather has moved on in. Lows the next 3 days will be around 50° and highs will only reach the 60s on Saturday. 70s will be back on Sunday with sunny skies and 80s are expected for your Memorial Day. We will have your full forecast coming…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans have blocked the creation of a bipartisan panel to study the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. The Senate fell short of the 60 votes needed to consider a House-passed bill that would have formed a 10-member commission evenly split between the two parties. It was another sign of GOP fealty to former President Donald…
MARTIN, Tenn. — Two Governor’s Schools will return to the University of Tennessee at Martin this summer following virtual programs last year, according to a news release. The program will return with virtual options, the release says. The Tennessee Governor’s School for the Agricultural Science will run from May 29 through June 25, the release says. The Tennessee Governor’s School…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Highway Patrol is increasing patrols and conducting seat belt and sobriety checkpoints for Memorial Day weekend. Troopers across the state will be enforcing speeding, DUI, seat belt and reckless driving law this weekend and throughout the summer, according to a news release. “Last year, 12 people were killed in vehicle crashes during the Memorial Day…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. — Jack’s Family Restaurant will open their first Dyersburg location on Wednesday, June 2. Courtesy: Jack’s Family Restaurant The first 50 customers on opening day will get Jack’s free for a month, according to a news release. The restaurant will open at 380 Highway 51 Bypass West. The restaurant will offer dine in, pick up, and catering options,…
SELMER, Tenn. — Gov. Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation have announced a $1,445,000 loan for Selmer to improve the town’s water infrastructure, according to a news release. The loan comes from the Clean Water State Resolving Fund Loan Program to address infiltration and inflow correction in Selmer’s wastewater collection system, the release says. The program…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed seven new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 11,485. Those new patients range in age from 6-months-old to 55-years-old. There are currently three Madison County residents hospitalized, with one of those patients on a ventilator. The health department also released…
