City of Jackson launches new app with JTA
JACKSON, Tenn. —A new transportation app is available now for community members to use. The City of Jackson has launched a new app with Jackson Transit Authority. "A few months ago we received…
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COVID-19 in Tennessee: 7,419 new cases, 653,869 total
The gallery above shows the latest statewide COVID-19 data from the Tennessee Department of Health as of Sunday, January 10. The health department also released an updated case count by county. …
65 new COVID-19 cases, two additional deaths confirmed in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed two more Madison County residents have died due to complications of COVID-19. The health department says those deaths include: An 83-year-old man An 80-year-old man The department says 149…
Shoppers react to mall store closing
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Macy's department store has decided to close its local mall location. If you're a regular customer of Macy's you might want to make your way to the store before it…
Couple celebrates 50th anniversary in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee couple is celebrating a special milestone. Linda and Flake Hudson celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday. The two have been together since age 17 and 19.…
Local charities join together for food drive
JACKSON, Tenn. —Local charities are giving back to those in need in the Jackson community. City Councilman Johnny Dodd, Men on the Move, and Benton Future Leaders of Tennessee hosted their first food…
COVID-19 in Tennessee: 5,844 new cases, 646,450 total
The gallery above shows the latest statewide COVID-19 data from the Tennessee Department of Health as of Saturday, January 9. The health department also released an updated case count by county. …
Sheriff's office warns of phone scam in Dyer County
DYER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Dyer County Sheriff's Office is warning residents of a recent phone scam. An individual is calling several residents posing to be a Law Enforcement Officer. He is calling individuals about... Posted by Dyer County…
Tennessee to launch COVID-19 vaccine appointment system
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee officials are launching a statewide online scheduling system in the coming days for COVID-19 vaccine appointments. State Health Commissioner Lisa Piercey said Friday that the change aims to prevent long lines of people who wait…
76 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County; 9,481 total
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another 76 cases of COVID-19 in Madison County on Saturday. The new cases bring the total number of confirmed positive cases in Madison County to 9,481. Those patients range…
Multiplying Good: Juanita Jones
It's time for Multiplying Good, an award given to people making a positive impact in the community. It's in partnership with Leaders Credit Union. Juanita Jones is a woman helping…
Warming shelter seeks volunteers as temperature drop
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is looking for volunteers to help out at a local warming center for the new year. The Tennessee Homeless Solution Hotline is asking for your help to assist those in need. As we enter…
State Congressional leaders address Wednesday's Capitol riot
WASHINGTON -- Congressional leaders representing the Volunteer State shared their thoughts on protesters who breached security and caused chaos inside of the U.S. Capitol building on Wednesday. "I'm very angry. What we saw…
Carroll Academy faces uncertain future as pandemic continues
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- A school, fighting for its future, says COVID-19 won't slow them down. At first glance, Carroll Academy in Huntingdon looks like other schools trying to stay open in…
Residents gather to protest alleged animal abuse in Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Community members held a protest over alleged animal abuse. Several people protested outside the mayor's office in Humboldt. They say they want justice for the animals allegedly abused by Humboldt city employees, 56-year-old Bruce Lynn Pafford…
