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School Closings - 1/7/2022
The following schools will be closed on Friday, January 7 due to winter weather: Alamo City Schools Augustine School Bells City Schools Benton County Schools Bethel University Bradford Special School District Carroll Academy Carroll County Schools Chester County Schools Christ…
Business Closings - 1/6/2022
We have received confirmation that the following business and government offices will be closed due to winter weather on January 6, 2022: Tennessee state offices Jackson Energy Authority offices The Old Country Store Jackson-Madison County Library Discovery Park of America…
Jackson Elks Lodge makes donations to area non-profits
JACKSON, Tenn.--Two organizations receive big donations. The Jackson Elks Lodge presented RIFA and the West Tennessee Therapy and Learning Center with donations, Wednesday. RIFA received a $2,000 Spotlight Grant. The lodge also gave the Therapy and Learning Center $1,750 worth…
Madison County Sheriff John Mehr discusses new body cameras
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office recently received a federal grant of $160,000 for body cameras. "We had looked at body cams when I first came in office. I looked…
1 million COVID-19 cases reported in US
JACKSON, Tenn. -- COVID-19 cases are continuing to rise, with 1 million new cases being reported in the United States on Monday. Positivity rates have increased almost 2% in the past two years, from 17% to 18.9%. However, the number…
Brownsville family to host benefit concert for boy's medical treatment
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Brownsville family is hosting a benefit concert to help a young boy receive his medical treatment. "He was a normal, developing child. He was energetic, adventurous and daring, and just…
Officials talk about City of Jackson's plan to buy industrial land
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A big land purchase is currently in the works by the City of Jackson. The city has called a special meeting for Thursday. One of the biggest discussions on the…
LIFELINE reporting extremely low blood donations
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Blood donation centers are in need of your help now more than ever. LIFELINE Blood Services is seeing extremely low donations in blood this week. Usually bringing in 500 units per week, donations have been slashed into…
What's Poppin brings gourmet popcorn to Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- What's Poppin? That is the name of a new popcorn shop in the Hub City. It was started by owners Harvey and Deborah Hobson, who are originally from Chicago. They say they came to Jackson to retire.…
Organizations offering help with heating bills
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A drop in temperatures could mean a rise in your heat bill. Several organizations in West Tennessee are offering ways to help those in need with the extra cost. Mark…
Crime Stoppers to host 4th annual Law Enforcement Ball to raise funds
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Local law enforcement will be wearing a different uniform this weekend. Crime Stoppers will be hosting their 4th annual Law Enforcement Ball Saturday at the Jackson Fairgrounds. The ball is held to raise money for rewards…
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…
