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'The Sound of Music' comes to Gibson County

TRENTON, Tenn. -- "The Sound of Music" is coming to Peabody High School this March. Nite Lite Theatre of Gibson County is presenting its production of the musical on March 18, 19, and 25 at 7 p.m. Additional performances will…

Gibson County courts cancelled, rescheduled

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Gibson County Court is being moved or rescheduled. Gibson County Traffic Court that was set for Thursday, Feb. 3 has been moved Feb. 24. Gibson County Civil Court for Friday, Feb. 4 has been cancelled. Gibson…

Madison County Election officials prep for primaries

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Election Commission held a meeting Wednesday to discuss plans for the upcoming local elections. During that meeting, the commission discussed appointing poll officials and setting early voting hours for the May 3 county primary.…

COVID-19 in Madison County: 2 death, 909 new cases this week

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed two deaths and another 909 cases of COVID-19 in Madison County. The department says an 81-year-old woman died Jan. 9, and a 65-year-old woman died on Jan. 27 due…

Tennessee senators share thoughts on Lee's State of the State

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee held his State of the State address Monday night, discussing several topics. "There's so many things in the governor's budget this year that's going to be great improvements. It's going to improve the life…

UT Martin students to help with Super Bowl, All-Star Game

MARTIN, Tenn. -- A dozen University of Tennessee at Martin students are heading to Las Vegas and Los Angeles. UT Martin says the students, along with Dr. Dexter Davis, are heading over to help the local organizing committee at the…

Training held on drug-related traffic stops in Madison County

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office hosted a training session to help officers and deputies better spot drugs during a traffic stop. Law enforcement from all over Tennessee traveled to Jackson Tennessee College of Applied Technology…

Hardin County Schools director gives update on district

HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local school district is making sure every child has a proper education during uncertain times. Hardin County Director of Schools Michael Davis says they have felt the effects of COVID-19 just like other districts. "Kids…

City Council talks public transportation, skate park

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson City Council is bringing new public transportation vehicles and possibly a new skate park. At Tuesday's City Council meeting, the Jackson Transit Authority requested the city to provide 10% match funds in their purchase…

Library to host program on African-American history, monument

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A special program is giving insight into the new Seven Pillars monument in Shirlene Mercer Park. The event, called The Seven Pillars, will feature Angela Nelson Parks, Tony Black, Tina Mercer, and others as they speak on…

Tickets on sale for 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tickets for "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" are on sale now! Lights Up! Theatre Co. is presenting its production of the book created by Roald Dahl at Community Montessori. Performances will be held on March 4 at…

Henry Co. Medical Center Board of Trustees welcomes new member

PARIS, Tenn. -- The Henry County Medical Center Board of Trustees has a new member. A news release says board chairman Dr. Scott Whitby welcomed Dr. Tiffany N. McCutcheon during December's meeting. The release says McCutcheon is a Paris native…

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