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Family members die 15 days apart from COVID-19

JACKSON, Tenn--The family of three individuals who died from COVID-19 gathered to honor them. Family members gathered for a candlelight vigil to honor three of their relatives who died just 15 days apart from COVID-19. The vigil was held at…

Denmark resident celebrates special milestone

DENMARK, Tenn. --- A Denmark woman celebrates a special milestone. The Madison county community is celebrating one well-known resident's 90th birthday. Aurelia Henning-Burks also known by the Denmark community as 'Baby Shang' celebrated her 90th birthday surrounded by family…

Local residents march for voting rights

JACKSON,Tenn., --- Today, local residents and organizations hosted a voting rights march in downtown Jackson. Today marks 58 years since Martin Luther King held his March on Washington, and today across the country people are gathering for voting rights marches…

TN physician announces plans to run for Governor

JACKSON, Tenn., ---Physician Jason Martin announced that he's running as a Democrat for Governor in 2022. Today the Indivisible Jackson, Madison Area Democratic Women, and Jackson NAACP hosted a voting rights march where Martin held a Q&A. Attendees asked Martin…

Church event helps community members of all ages

JACKSON, Tenn. --- A local church gathers to give back to their community. Blairs Chapel CME Church held a Community Impact Day for their church and community members. "Today is our Community Impact Day. Where we're distributing backpacks full of…

Resource Center opens in Waverly for flood survivors

HUMPHREYS CO., Tenn. --- FEMA works with local agencies to provide support to flood survivors. According to a news release from FEMA, agencies on the local, state, and federal levels are working together in a Multi-Agency Resource Center in Humphreys…

Band of the Week: Marching War Eagles

This week's band of the week is brought to you by Union University. Tonight we highlight the talented Marching War Eagles of West Carroll High School as our Band of the…

HCMC gives update on COVID-19's impact in Henry County

PARIS, Tenn. -- The Henry County Medical Center released an update on the COVID-19 pandemic's impact in Henry County. “This week has certainly been crisis mode at Henry County Medical Center,” said Henry County Medical Center CEO Lisa Casteel. “Wednesday…

FEMA warns of scams related to Middle Tennessee flooding

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency is sharing advice on how to avoid being scammed and how victims of the recent flooding can apply for financial assistance. "That representative is going to tell you all about your…

Waverly churches help survivors of deadly flood

WAVERLY, Tenn. -- The community of Waverly is continuing to clean up and help flood survivors. Disaster relief crews have started cleaning up debris that flood waters left in its path. Local churches have taken in flood victims to…

Nonprofit honors fallen veterans in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A nonprofit is paying tribute to fallen veterans across america, and it is just ahead of a national celebration. Remembering, honoring and teaching are just three important features of Wreaths Across America. "We remember our fallen,…

FHU to host Mission Emphasis Days Sept. 8, 9

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University has set a date for its Mission Emphasis Days. In a news release, FHU says it have missionaries speak to all Bible classes, at chapel and at two congregations on Sept. 8 and Sept. 9.…

City announces Ella Watkins as August's Hub City Hero

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has announced Ella Watkins as the Hub City Hero for August. The city says Watkins is a retired Jackson-Madison County Schools educator, who also founded Sisters with Aspiring Goals, or SWAG. The city…

Jackson company calls for help for flood victims

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Lewis Corporation is currently accepting donations for Middle Tennesseans affected by deadly floods. "What we are accepting is canned foods, clothing, shoes, tents, chargers, cleaning supplies... Again, anything they can utilize for the flood victims," said…

3 deaths, 371 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another three Madison County residents have died due to COVID-19 complications. The health department confirms those individuals are: A 54-year-old male who died August 22 A 74-year-old male who…

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