Archives: 2021

Madison Co. CASA, Library partner for virtual readings in April

JACKSON, Tenn. — Madison County CASA has partnered with the Jackson-Madison County Library for a virtual reading during National Child Abuse Prevention Month, according to a news release. The organizations will host a virtual “All Community Read” for “Three Little Words” during April, the release says. Participants can check out the book from the library or buy their own copies…

Martha Ann Kail Winbush

Martha Ann Kail Winbush age 82, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 22, 2021 at the Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  Funeral Services will be conducted on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Bells Funeral Home with Bro. Mike Meredith officiating.  Burial to follow in the Walnut Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.  A visitation for…

Showers Move Out But Remaining Windy

Weather Update – 11:00 a.m. – Tuesday, March 23 *Wind Advisory Until 4 PM** A strong area of low pressure will continue to our north with a couple of bands of rain developing in the morning and moving through the area between 9 and 11 a.m. Showers should taper off in the afternoon to mostly cloudy and breezy conditions. A…

TDCI warns of home improvement, repair scams

NASHVILLE, The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance is reminding homeowners to watch for home improvement scams this spring. According to a news release, TDCI and the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors are reminding residents of steps they can take to hire reputable contractors. Consumers can check the complaint and disciplinary history of a contractor through the Board for Licensing…

6 deaths, 3 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed six additional deaths due to COVID-19 complications. Those patients are: a 95-year-old woman, who died Nov. 23, 2020 a 67-year-old woman, who died Dec. 7, 2020 an 85-year-old man, who died Jan. 1 an 83-year-old man, who died Jan. 6 an 87-year-old man, who died Jan. 25 a 77-year-old…

Local medical group plans to host COVID-19 webinar

JACKSON, Tenn– A local medical group is helping residents fight COVID-19. New Life Medical group is offering a free webinar Thursday, March 25, 2021  to help people living with long-term post-COVID symptoms. They will learn how to heal and improve their quality of life. This team specializes in a variety of therapies that will allow people to return to their…

Police search for suspect involved in attempted robbery, shooting

JACKSON, Tenn– Police officials need your help finding a suspect involved in a shooting and attempted robbery. According to the Jackson Police Department, around 2 p.m. Monday afternoon officers, responded to a shooting at a home on Ivy Hill Drive in northeast Jackson. Authorities say an elderly man was shot during an attempted robbery. The victim was taken to the…

Local baseball teams recognize World Down Syndrome Day

JACKSON, Tenn. — It was a great opportunity for local high school baseball teams to showcase their talents at the Ballpark of Jackson Monday afternoon, but an even greater opportunity to shed light on down syndrome. Multiple coaches involved in the double header event featuring Madison, Liberty Tech, Adamsville, and Riverside have children with down syndrome and wanted to provide…

Jackson Symphony announces April events

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson Symphony is hosting a few events during the month of April. The Jackson Symphony is hosting their 60th Birthday Bash at the Greyhound on April 8. The following evening, on April 9, they are hosting “A Night of Symphonic Rock” at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. “We’re so excited for the Symphony to be celebrating…