JACKSON, Tenn. — The City of Jackson is celebrating a huge milestone in a big way. The Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial Commission, Mayor Scott Conger, and Mayor Jimmy Harris unveiled the 200-year anniversary logo. The columns represent the bridges over Forked Deer River. The bridge represents the history of the county as a transportation hub. “Jackson has a rich history and the…
JACKSON, Tenn. — United Way of West Tennessee is collecting donations of bottled water for the residents of Jackson, Mississippi. United Way says last month’s winter weather left behind a water crisis in the area. To help, United Way asks residents bring bottled water to their location on 470 North Parkway in Jackson, Tennessee, anytime between 4 p.m. and 6…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee panel has voted to remove the state Capitol’s bust of a Confederate general and early Ku Klux Klan leader. The Tennessee Historical Commission voted 25-1 on Tuesday to move the Nathan Bedford Forrest bust to the Tennessee State Museum. The committee said that facility is better equipped to provide the appropriate context for the…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Health has new information about the COVID-19 vaccine scheduling. The department is estimating that 1.5 million people are now eligible for the vaccine in Tennessee. Several locations have been made available for Tennessee residents to book a vaccine appointment. Health Commissioner, Dr. Lisa Piercey, says people can use the website vaccinefinder.org to find…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. — A historical building, damaged from the recent winter storm, has left residents wondering about its future. On Feb. 22, snow and ice that accumulated on the roof of the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center started to melt. But that melting caused the roof of the building to collapse. Now, Haywood County officials are trying to save the…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. — A Crockett County man has been indicted on multiple counts, including aggravated statutory rape, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. A news release from the TBI says Gregory A. Dedmon, 44, of Brownsville, was arrested after a cybertip was provided, saying someone had solicited and exploited a minor on Facebook. Dedmon was charged with aggravated statutory…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The City of Jackson’s own investigation into the side deal made with the Jackson Generals is revealing millions of dollars was spent on the team, without the approval of the city council. And now that’s leading to changes at City Hall. The council was all ears Tuesday morning, listening to the findings on an internal investigation into…
MILAN, Tenn. — A local school district gave big bonuses to teachers and staff. The Milan Special School District started back to school in August, offering in-person and virtual options for students. Milan Special School District Director Jonathan Criswell says, through all the restrictions and safety measures, teachers and staff have stayed strong. “We’re asking teachers and staff that we…
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has released new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The new guidelines go in effect on Tuesday, March 9. The health department says people who are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 no longer have to quarantine if exposed to a confirmed case and are not displaying symptoms. According to…
The gallery above shows the latest statewide COVID-19 data from the Tennessee Department of Health as of Tuesday, March 9. The health department also released an updated case count by county. 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. Categories: Local News,…
