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Dyer Co. High School displays tribute to seniors

NEWBERN, Tenn. -- Hundreds of photos of Dyer County High School's Class of 2020 can be found lined around the school. It was done as way for the community to recognize…

Jackson Christian student celebrates 17th birthday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- One Jackson teen received a special happy birthday surprise from the community and her loved ones. Jackson Christian School student Olivia Gaston celebrated 17 years on Tuesday! The coronavirus didn't…

West Tennessee Healthcare discusses revenue decline

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee Healthcare board approved several resolutions during their April meeting. The first resolution gives the board access to have a meeting each month. "It allows this board to…

County, city mayor discuss phases of reopening

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The city and county mayor of the Hub City met virtually to help inform the public about our economy. Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris and Jackson Mayor Scott Conger went…

Huntingdon Police Department helps deliver groceries

HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- When the first cases of COVID-19 were confirmed in Carroll County, the Huntingdon Police Department knew they had a tough road ahead. "We have our share of elderly population,…

Trump to order meat processing plants to remain open

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump will sign an executive order meant to stave off a shortage of chicken, pork and other meat on American supermarket shelves because of the coronavirus. The order will use the Defense Production Act to…

Jackson area small businesses prepare for reopening

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some small businesses in Jackson plan to reopen Wednesday in compliance with Gov. Bill Lee's guidelines. "We are excited to get back to business because we're independent, this is how…

Dresden public buildings, parks remain closed; adjusts curfew

DRESDEN, Tenn. -- A Facebook post by the City of Dresden says city buildings and parks will remain closed through May 15. The post says City Hall will also continue to work with closed doors until at least June 1.…

Reopened dining rooms in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson began phase one of their economic recovery plan Monday, April 27, which includes allowing restaurants to reopen at 50% capacity with social distancing guidelines in place. As a result, the following local restaurants…

138 cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed there are now a total of 138 cases of COVID-19 in Madison County. The health department says the latest patient is a 45-year-old man who is not hospitalized. Epidemiology…

State releases guidelines for gyms, exercise facilties

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Economic Recovery Group has released guidelines for gyms and exercise facilities. Guidance for gyms and exercise facilities include the following: Restrict occupancy to 50 percent capacity. Implement social distancing guidelines. Regularly disinfect high-touch areas and…