Madison County

Utility company gives tips to protect your gas meter set

WEST TENNESSEE - The West Tennessee Public Utility District is reminding customers to take precautions and care of their gas meter set during this winter weather. The District said customers need to remember that all three stages of water (solid,…

TDOT Asking Motorists Not to Drive in Dangerous, Icy Conditions

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) continues to strongly urge motorists to stay  home. TDOT crews are on their fourth day of clearing roads and are now removing downed trees. Due to the prolonged weather event, with…

NWS reminds West Tennesseans of safety tips during storm damage

The National Weather Service (NWS) is reminding individuals of some important safety tips as the Mid-South  is being impacted by severe winter weather. "The entire Mid-South is experiencing tremendous impacts due to various types of winter weather right now," wrote…

Winter Storm leaves damage throughout West TN

The Winter Storm that hit West Tennessee on Friday and Saturday has left property damage and destruction for some residents. We are getting reports and photos of vehicle damage,…

City of Jackson working to keep individuals warm

JACKSON, Tenn. - The City of Jackson posted a special thank you to all the city employees and volunteers that have worked to keep individuals warm during these freezing temperatures. The City of Jackson is providing two warming centers for…

Jackson Fire's fleet fitted with chains

JACKSON, Tenn. - The Jackson Fire Department has fitted its fleet with chains. In a post on Facebook, JFD said the move was the first time in several decades the department has fitted the trucks with the chains. The move…

JMCSS Superintendent reflects on contract extension

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. - Jackson-Madison County School Superintendent (JMCSS) Marlon King posted a reflection of his time as school superintendent, his contract extension, and his vision for the future. For more local news, click here.

Trump administration grants Tennessee’s Emergency Declaration

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Governor Bill Lee announced that President Donald J. Trump has granted an Emergency Declaration to support Tennessee’s ongoing response to the winter weather event that is impacting all 95 counties across the state. The request was submitted…