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Authorities seek public help in locating sex offender

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department and the U.S. Marshal Service are seeking an individual for violation of the Sex Offender Registry. In a news release, US Marshals say they are seeking Qasandra Dance, who is a registered sex…

1 injured in shooting at Lincoln Courts apartments

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police have confirmed one person was injured in a shooting Friday afternoon at Lincoln Courts apartments. Police say officers responded to a report of a shooting around 1:45 p.m. Friday to the 100 block of Lincoln…

JMCSS Athletics to shift back to Phase One safety measures

JACKSON, Tenn. -- As a result of the decision to postpone in-person classes at Jackson-Madison County Schools, JMCSS fall sports will return to Phase One safety measures. The decision was made Friday morning during an emergency meeting of JMCSS Senior…

75 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County; 1,704 total

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another 75 Madison County residents have tested positive for COVID-19. The newest confirmed cases include 32 males, 43 females, and range from ages 1 to 79. A total of…

Free WiFi to be expanded to public housing communities

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Free WiFi is coming to public housing communities in Jackson. The Jackson-Madison County Library teamed up with Jackson Housing Authority and Jackson Energy Authority to bring free WiFi to the community…

Local community activist dies due to COVID-19

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A community activist known for her dedication to helping children has died due to COVID-19. People recognized Tanya Rivers when she spoke. Her assertive voice and passion was…

Immunizations being offered by local health department

JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's that time of year again: time to get your children vaccinated. Students must have shot records up-to-date whether they are enrolled in virtual learning or in-person learning. The Jackson-Madison…

JMCSS announces move to distance learning after positive COVID-19 cases

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System has announced a distance learning option will replace the traditional in-person learning after two staff members in the district tested positive for COVID-19. The district says staff members at Liberty Technology Magnet…

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