Storm shelters offer families safe space during severe weather
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One way you can keep your family safe during a threat for severe weather is with a storm shelter. As we approach the peak of the severe…
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$28 billion federal grant to provide crucial funds to restaurants
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you're a restaurant owner affected by COVID-19, a federal grant program is now open. As part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, another $28…
38 arrested in multi-agency investigation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police confirmed 38 people were arrested April 29 and May 1 during a multi-agency investigation in Jackson. Jackson Police Department, Tennessee Highway Patrol, U.S. Marshals and Madison County Community Corrections were a part of the investigation…
West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation recognized for housing contributions during pandemic
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Housing Development Agency is recognizing the West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation for their contributions to housing during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a news release, the Foundation received one of five 2021 Tennessee Best Awards, winning…
West Tennessee Strawberry Festival kicks off with annual prayer breakfast
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Monday morning's prayer breakfast was the kick start to Humboldt's biggest week of the year: the 83rd West Tennessee Strawberry Festival. "My hope is just as a…
7-year-old killed in Interstate 40 crash, 6 others injured
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol has confirmed a 7-year-old died Sunday afternoon in a crash on Interstate 40 in Haywood County. According to a crash report, the wreck happened near the 66 mile marker on Interstate 40…
WGU offering scholarships for Teachers College programs
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Western Governors University is observing National Teacher Appreciation Week this week by offering scholarships for education professionals, according to a news release. The release says WGU plans to offer up to $2 million in scholarships for current…
JMCSS announces plans to move Central Office to historic Jackson High School building
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County Schools Superintendent Dr. Marlon King has announced plans to move the district's Central Office once construction of Madison Academic Magnet High School is complete. The district announced plans Monday to relocate Central Office to the…
Jackson General relaxes hospital visitation policies
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County General Hospital announced plans on Monday to relax visitation policies beginning Monday, May 3. According to a news release, the revised visitation policy is due to declining volumes of hospitalizations and the increase in vaccinated…
Medon convenience center closed Monday
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department confirmed Monday that the Medon Convenience Center will be closed due to flooding. The center is located at 31 Bowman Collins Road. The health department says they plan to reopen…
Union City police investigate Sunday morning shooting
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Union City police have issued warrants for the arrest of an individual in connection with a shooting early Sunday morning. According to a news release, officers responded to the Last Word Cafe on East College Street…
4 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.; 11,361 total
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed four new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 11,361. Those new patients range in age from 11-months-old to 57-years-old. There…
Jackson police investigating Sunday shooting at apartment
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police are investigating a shooting Sunday night at a Campbell Street apartment. Police say the shooting happened just after 7 p.m. Sunday at Sycamore Creek Apartments at 1336 Campbell Street. Officers found a man with multiple…
Veteran lives his dream of opening BBQ restaurant
MARTIN, Tenn.-- James Mealer describes his BBQ at the new Squirrel’s BBQ Joint in Martin in four words. "Lip-smacking, Tennessee good," said Mealer. Mealer has over 20 years of experience cooking and serving…
Local chapter honors education achievements in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn.--- A local sorority celebrated their Founder's Day virtually. The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa honored several high school graduates for their accomplishments. The students recognized received scholarships for…
