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Additional death, 7 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another Madison County resident has died due to COVID-19 complications. The health department says a 71-year-old woman died March 22 due to COVID-19 complications. A total of 220 Madison…

Dyerburg man arrested on weapon, drug charges after traffic stop

DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A Dyersburg man has been arrested for illegal weapon and drug possessions, according to a Dyersburg police news release. Press Release Incident Type: Weapon and drug arrest Date: March 23, 2021 Dyersburg police arrested a Dyersburg…

Jackson middle school receives STEM grant from TVA

JACKSON, Tenn. -- North Parkway Middle School in Jackson was awarded a $5,000 STEM grant by the Tennessee Valley Authority. North Parkway received the grant after writing about aquaponics, or…

Hardin County opens COVID-19 vaccine to those over the age of 18

HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Anyone over the age of 18 can now make an appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine in Hardin County. The Hardin County Emergency Communications says residents should be able to go to covid19.tn.gov to make an appointment.…

Residents reminded to watch for deceptive vehicle advertising

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance is reminding Tennesseans to watch for vehicle scams. When buying a car, customers are reminded about the following: Advertisements for new vehicles must indicate the vehicle's stock number. Keep a…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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