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Jackson-Madison Co. Library hosting bicentennial music program

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library is hosting a bicentennial program Friday, Aug. 20, focusing on the area's music heritage, according to a news release. Author Shawn Pitts and the JMC media librarian Mike Baker will present the program…

Jackson police seek info in Vann Drive hit-and-run

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police are seeking information in a hit-and-run accident that occurred August 11. According to police, the accident happened on Vann Drive at the Stonebridge Boulevard intersection at approximately 1:25 p.m. Police say the vehicle believed to…

Additional death, 513 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed an 85-year-old woman died Aug. 10 due to COVID-19 complications. A total of 244 Madison County residents have died due to COVID-19 complications. The health department also confirmed another…

TWRA: 10 million pounds of invasive carp removed in July

The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency says their Asian Carp Harvest Incentive Program reached a milestone last month, according to a news release. TWRA says 10 million pounds of invasive carp were removed from Kentucky and Barkley reservoirs in July, the…

Woman arrested after drugs found in Huntingdon home

CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- A woman is facing charges following the search of a Huntingdon home. Carla Bridgett Lawton, 45, is charged with possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of schedule IV drugs and…

JSCC Medical Coding program offers quick entry into healthcare field

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is offering a two-semester certificate program for Medical Coding. An important part of any medical facility, medical coders aid in financial reimbursement as well as quality care of patients. The certificate program, which…

Discovery Park begins cabin conservation project

UNION CITY, Tenn. -- The Discovery Park of America announced plans to restore a dozen structures in the "Settlement" located at the museum and heritage park. The project, funded by the…

Humboldt police seek person of interest

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Humboldt police are asking for the public's assistance in identifying the owner of the vehicle in this photo. Police say the vehicle is a gray Dodge Challenger. The owner of this vehicle is a person of interest…

FHU freshman get involved on campus

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freshman at Freed-Hardeman University are getting the full Lion experience. Students are fully moved in and getting ready to start their college career at FHU. They'll start the semester…

'Booze It and Lose It' campaign begins Aug. 18

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office for the "Booze It and Lose It" campaign. The campaign coincides with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's "Drive Sober or Get Pulled…

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