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UT Martin launches new license plate

MARTIN, Tenn. -- Fans and alumni from the University of Tennessee at Martin have a new way to show their pride. UTM has launched a new license plate, according to a news release. The plate, which was chosen through a…

COVID-19 in Tennessee: 1,636 new cases, 747,462 total

The gallery above shows the latest statewide COVID-19 data from the Tennessee Department of Health as of Tuesday, February 9. The health department also released an updated case count by county. For…

JMCSS work session reviews JCM zone map, teacher hazard pay

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Madison County Board of Education met for a work session on Monday. Topics discussed included zone maps for Jackson Central-Merry and one-time hazard pay for teachers, according to a JMCSS news release. “We have non-certified…

UTM welcomes new officer: Morton

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee Martin just hired the newest member of its police force. He's around 50 pounds and full of energy. His name is Morton, and…

Escaped inmate from Crockett County arrested in Mississippi

CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- An inmate who walked away from a work detail in January was arrested in Mississippi, according to the Crockett County Sheriff's Office. Carlos McCoy was serving a six year sentence for aggravated assault on an officer…

4 deaths, 7 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.

JACKSON, Tenn. -- T he Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed four more Madison County residents have died due to COVID-19 complications. Those patients are: an 87-year-old woman, who died Jan. 8. a 94-year-old woman, who died Jan. 6.…

Chester County man honored with balloon release

CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A community came together to remember a loved one. Family and friends of Jerry Wilson, also known as "Ceed," held a balloon release in his honor on Monday. Wilson had a surgery and died from…

USJ breaks ground for new tennis courts

JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local school broke ground on a new chapter. Students and staff at the University School of Jackson held a groundbreaking for their new tennis courts on Monday. There will be eight new tennis courts and…

Jackson Fire Department joins nationwide pilot program

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fire Department has been selected for a unique and nationwide pilot program. Jackson Fire will be joining nearly 250 other departments in the Community Risk Reduction program, according to a news release from the city.…

Suspect in Indiana double homicide arrested in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police have confirmed 57-year-old Victor Lofton, of Humboldt, was arrested Friday afternoon in connection with a double homicide. A news release from the FBI says 4-year-old DenNisha Howard and 21-year-old Felicia Howard were found shot inside…

Jackson police searching for missing man

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police are searching for a missing man. Police say Billy Perry Jr. has not been seen or heard from since around 9 p.m. on Feb. 5. Police say Perry may be in either a tan or…

COVID-19 in Tennessee: 1,226 new cases, 745,826 total

The gallery above shows the latest statewide COVID-19 data from the Tennessee Department of Health as of Monday, February 8. The health department also released an updated case count by county. For…

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