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Shoppers continue to crowd reopened businesses

JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's been a few days since popular retail businesses were swamped with customers after reopening. Tuesday, shoppers were still lined up outside the door. Over the weekend hundreds packed Ross Dress for Less, and shoppers had a…

Panera Bread offering Meals for Heroes program

Panera Bread has launched a new initiative supporting frontline healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a news release, the Meals for Heroes program started during National Hospital Week, May 10 through May 16, to provide communities a chance…

Sex offender indicted on child exploitation charges

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee man is facing new charges of child exploitation after videos of children were discovered on a cell phone earlier this year. According to a news release from U.S. Attorney Michael Dunavant, 54-year-old Rodney Patterson…

Jackson International Food and Art Festival cancelled

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson International Food and Art Festival, originally scheduled for September, has been cancelled due to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic, according to City of Jackson officials. According to a news release, festival organizers felt the cancellation…

Shiloh National Military Park announces phased opening to begin

SHILOH, Tenn. -- Shiloh National Military Park is increasing their access and services after closing earlier this year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The phased reopening will begin Friday, May 29, when the park reopens access to the visitor center…

Health department confirms 8 COVID-19 cases at transitional care facility

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Eight residents at a Jackson care center have tested positive for COVID-19, according to the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department. The health department says the eight additional positive cases are at American Health Communities West Tennessee Transitional…

Mother of fallen soldier helps others with loss

JACKSON, Tenn. -- "The Blue Star has turned to Gold," said Gold Star Mother of West Tennessee, National 1st Vice President, Cindy Tatum. This phrase reminds many Americans of U.S. Veterans, and…

Jackson City Hall lit up for Memorial Day

JACKSON, Tenn. -- In celebration of Memorial Day, Jackson City Hall shed light on fallen U.S. soldiers. Red and blue lights were installed at Jackson City Hall, lighting up the downtown area, along with several American flags. Leaders of the…

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