Archives: 2021

COVID-19 in Tennessee: 1,497 new cases, 819,505 total

The gallery above shows the latest statewide COVID-19 data from the Tennessee Department of Health as of Wednesday, April 7. The health department also released an updated case count by county. *Click to enlarge For more information on COVID-19, go to the CDC website, the Tennessee Department of Health website or call (877) 857-2945. For more information on COVID-19 vaccinations in Tennessee, click here.

The Sound of Jackson | Ep. 12 | Herz (Season Finale)

It’s the season finale of The Sound of Jackson! We catch up with local band Herz, established in 2014 and known for their energetic flair. After a pandemic-induced break, they are back and ready to rock with brand new music. During their interview, they explain how they got their name, share stories from performing, and detail their inspirations. And make…

Tiger Woods was speeding before crashing SUV, sheriff says

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Authorities say Tiger Woods was speeding when he crashed an SUV in Southern California less than two months ago, leaving the golf superstar seriously injured. Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said Wednesday that Woods was driving 84 to 87 mph on a downhill stretch of road outside Los Angeles that had a speed limit of…

Freed-Hardeman announces finalists for Mr., Miss FHU titles

HENDERSON, Tenn. — Freed-Hardeman University announced the finalists for the Mr. and Miss FHU title. Mr. and Miss FHU Finalists (Back Row to Front Row) Connor Creasy and Hannah Young; Sam McGreevy and Emaleigh Board; Dillan Todd and Cassidy Shrader and Jessie Bates and Wisenie Jadis. Photo courtesy: Freed-Hardeman University FHU says 2021’s finalists for Miss FHu are: Emaleigh Board,…

Kenneth Raymond Turner

Graveside service for Kenneth Raymond Turner, age 71, will be Monday, April 12, 2021 at 10:30 AM at the TN State Veterans Cemetery at Parkers Crossroads in Parkers Crossroads, TN. Mr. Turner died Sunday, April 4, 2021 at Jackson General Hospital. Visitation for Mr. Turner will be Saturday, April 10, 2021 from 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM at Mercer Brothers…

Henry Hall Butler

Henry Hall Butler age 66, passed away on Monday, April 5, 2021 at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital.  All services are under the direction of the Bells Funeral Home. Mr. Butler was born in Humboldt, TN on June 15, 1954 to the late Elmer Horace Butler and Wilsie Lucille Wall Butler.  He worked in Residential Construction for many years. …

8 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County; 11,130 total

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another eight cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 11,130. Those new patients range in age from 13-years-old to 41-years-old. There are currently three Madison County residents hospitalized, with one of those patients on a ventilator. The health department also released…