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COVID-19 in Tennessee: 5,844 new cases, 646,450 total

The gallery above shows the latest statewide COVID-19 data from the Tennessee Department of Health as of Saturday, January 9. The health department also released an updated case count by county.  …

Sheriff's office warns of phone scam in Dyer County

DYER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Dyer County Sheriff's Office is warning residents of a recent phone scam. An individual is calling several residents posing to be a Law Enforcement Officer. He is calling individuals about... Posted by Dyer County…

Tennessee to launch COVID-19 vaccine appointment system

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee officials are launching a statewide online scheduling system in the coming days for COVID-19 vaccine appointments. State Health Commissioner Lisa Piercey said Friday that the change aims to prevent long lines of people who wait…

76 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County; 9,481 total

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another 76 cases of COVID-19 in Madison County on Saturday. The new cases bring the total number of confirmed positive cases in Madison County to 9,481. Those patients range…

Multiplying Good: Juanita Jones

It's time for Multiplying Good, an award given to people making a positive impact in the community. It's in partnership with Leaders Credit Union. Juanita Jones is a woman helping…

Warming shelter seeks volunteers as temperature drop

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is looking for volunteers to help out at a local warming center for the new year. The Tennessee Homeless Solution Hotline is asking for your help to assist those in need. As we enter…

Residents gather to protest alleged animal abuse in Humboldt

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Community members held a protest over alleged animal abuse. Several people protested outside the mayor's office in Humboldt. They say they want justice for the animals allegedly abused by Humboldt city employees, 56-year-old Bruce Lynn Pafford…

City of Jackson recognizes first 'Hub City Hero'

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has announced the first "Hub City Hero." Allison Erath Shipp has been recognized for her work with Give Back Jack and Blessing Boxes, according to a news release. The release says Shipp created…

Over 1,550 vaccinated during Thursday's drive-thru event

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department says over 1,550 residents were vaccinated Thursday. The news release from the health department says 1,563 Madison County seniors received their dose of the vaccine at the Jackson Fairgrounds. “We could…

Gov. Lee addresses vaccine roll out, Joe Biden's win

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee addressed vaccine roll out across the state, and recognized President-elect Joe Biden's win, saying he'll work with him in the future. Tennessee Health Commissioner Dr. Lisa Piercey…

Sen. Jackson, Rep. Todd named 2020 Legislators of the Year

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Southwest Tennessee Development District named Sen. Ed Jackson and Rep. Chris Todd as 2020 Legislators of the Year on Thursday at the organization's annual legislative luncheon. The awards are typically presented in March, but the presentation was…

City of Jackson, JTA launch new transportation app

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson and Jackson Transit Authority have launched a new app to make it easier for residents to use public transportation. According to a news release, the TransLoc app will allow users to track buses,…

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