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School Closings - 1/6/2022

The following schools are closed or will have Distance/Remote learning on Thursday, Jan. 6. Alamo City Schools Bells City Schools Benton County Schools Bradford Special School District Carroll Academy Carroll County Schools Crockett County Schools Chester County Schools Christ Classical…

Madison County receives grant for body cameras

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office has been given a grant for body cameras. A news release from the sheriff's office says a federal grant of $160,000 will be used to buy 81 body cameras. The release…

Gibson County 'Mobile Patrol' drink to assist tornado victims

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- After opting out of Mobile Patrol, Gibson County Sheriff Paul Thomas announced the sheriff's office will once again participate. To recognize the return of the community information app to Gibson County, residents can participate in a…

Additional death, 924 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed an additional death and another 924 cases of COVID-19 in Madison County. The department says a 79-year-old woman died on Dec. 31 due to complications from COVID-19. The total…

JMCSS seeks return of Education Foundation

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System is looking to bring back their Education Foundation. The Education Foundation Committee met Tuesday afternoon to see what steps need to be taken to form the foundation's board members once again.…

TDOT preparing roadways for winter weather

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Winter has finally arrived in West Tennessee, and it is already giving us a few transportation concerns. But with the beginning of the season, how prepared are those around…

2 injured in shooting on South Lexington Street in Trenton

TRENTON, Tenn. – Trenton police have responded to a shooting in the 400 block of South Lexington Street in Trenton. Trenton Police Chief Bill Cusson says a group of people were gathered outside a home when they were shot at.…

LIFELINE in major need of blood donations

JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services is reporting a major lack in blood donations. LIFELINE is asking the public to donate blood to help fight this crisis. You can always visit LIFELINE Blood Services at 183 Sterling Farm Drive in…

UT Martin's 2022 spring semester to begin Jan. 13

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin says its spring semester is almost here. UT Martin says in-person classes are set to begin Thursday, Jan. 13. The university says classes will be held fully in-person in Jackson, Parsons,…

Keestone Academy opens in Henderson

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Keestone Academy in Henderson officially opened to the public on Monday. It's a childcare facility started by Carlos Schmitt after attending a town hall meeting where Chester County residents voiced…

Staying safe on the road during winter weather

JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the drop in temperatures comes important winter weather tips to keep you safe on the roads. Before getting behind the wheel, make sure that your car is winter weather…

15-year-old charged with murder in Dyersburg

DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- The Dyersburg Police Department is investigating an alleged murder that took place during the early hours of New Year's Day. According to police, on January 1 officers responded to Light Street around 12:57 a.m. in reference to…

'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' auditions to open in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lights Up! Theatre Company is starting off 2022 with new shows and opportunities for aspiring young actors. The local student-led program is opening auditions for their March production of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." Based on the…

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