JMCSS packages, distributes meals for students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local schools are packing meals to ensure the kids are still receiving the nutrition they need to learn remotely. "Making sure that their brain is ready to work…
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Local group supports law enforcement through signs
ADAMSVILLE, Tenn. -- A group is supporting blue lives in a visual way. "We've only started it about -- officially -- two weeks ago, and we're already out of signs. We've ordered more, and it takes about a week to…
West Tennessee Healthcare employee dies due to COVID-19
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The impact of COVID-19 is now hitting the hearts of West Tennessee Healthcare, and officials are hoping new data will help local mayors make tough decisions. "We have had…
Free face mask distribution set for Friday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department and University of Tennessee/Tennessee State University Extension office will distribute free washable, reusable cloth face masks on Friday. The masks will be available for pick up from 9 a.m. to 11…
Department of Education launches COVID-19 dashboard
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A new dashboard aims to help Tennesseans view COVID-19 information from schools across the state. The new dashboard will allow users to see the number of COVID-19 cases in students and staff at both the district and school…
Former sheriff's deputy pleas guilty to child porn charges
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A former Crockett County Sheriff's Office deputy plead guilty to child porn charges. The virtual hearing was not allowed to be recorded, but WBBJ was allowed to attend and take notes. Matthew Berry entered a guilty…
166,587 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 1,931 deaths, 862 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 166,587 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Wednesday, September 9. In addition, 1,931 people have died and 862 have been hospitalized. Another 149,698 have either recovered or are inactive. The…
RIFA approved to receive $60,000 in Community CARES Program grants
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Community CARES Program just announced $150 million in grants to various non-profit organizations across the state to help counter the effects of COVID-19. One of…
Library adds new items to shelves for community projects, education
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library has added new items to their collection, including a journal project, learning kits, and book bundles. According to a news release, the journaling program, called Pages of Madison County, includes 40 journals for…
Health department confirms 19 new cases of COVID-19; 2,547 confirmed
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 19 new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 2,547. The health department says those 19 cases include six men and…
Parks and Rec, schools explore the idea of expanding child care
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.-- Madison County Parks and Recreation, along with the Jackson-Madison County School System, may have a new option for parents. The Madison County Parks and Recreation board met Tuesday…
UT mural comes to Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee will add some color to counties across the state. This new piece of art will remind Tennesseans that UT is everywhere you look. "The…
Business owners discuss financial relief for COVID-19 losses
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Humboldt Plaza 3 movie theater has been around since 1942, but they've had their share of struggles over the years. "We were doing very well…
Relief still available for small businesses, $151 million left unclaimed
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Time is running out for small businesses in Tennessee to receive additional financial relief. In August, Governor Bill Lee used money from the federal coronavirus relief fund…
University of Memphis Lambuth dean explains record increase in enrollment
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University of Memphis Lambuth reported a 23% enrollment increase from last year, with 1,324 students enrolled for the fall semester, and the effects are already felt by…
