Jackson-Madison County NAACP responds to reopening schools
JACKSON, Tenn.-- A local group is responding to plans for reopening local schools in August. "We think that, given our recent uptick in terms of COVID-19, the state of Tennessee has to, in…
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Bethel University leaders announce date for spring/summer graduation
McKENZIE, Tenn.--Leaders with Bethel University announce the date for their spring and summer commencement ceremonies. Graduation will be held on August 1 at 7 p.m. in Wildcat Stadium. To ensure safety, all graduates and guests will be screened for fever…
Chester County businesses, customers speak out about mask requirement
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- While many businesses across the country are requiring masks, even in areas that do not have a mask mandate, some businesses here in West Tennessee are only requiring…
Businesses begin issuing their own mask mandates nationwide
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Businesses are stepping up and enforcing their own mandates in areas that are not requiring masks. Major retailers such as Walmart and Kohl's issued their mandates Monday. In a…
Customers respond to first day of mask mandate at Walmart stores
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Monday marked the first day of a mask mandate at Walmart and Sam's Club stores across the country as cases of COVID-19 continue to rise. "If you…
Obion County woman sentenced in drug distribution investigation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An Obion County woman has been sentenced to serve 18 months in federal custody on charges of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine. According to the U.S. Attorney's office, Nakeia Smith, 27, admitted to investigators…
79,754 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 847 deaths, 3,712 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 79,754 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Monday, July 20. In addition, 847 people have died and 3,712 have been hospitalized. Another 45,974 have recovered. The Tennessee Department of Health…
Jackson-Madison County school offices open for registration events
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County school offices will open for registration on select dates in July. New kindergarten students, along with students who are new to the district or have recently moved to a new school zone, must register at…
Smallest virus increase in two weeks in Madison Co. Monday, hospitalizations continue to climb
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Monday was the smallest increase in positive COVID-19 cases we've seen in Madison County in almost two weeks. However, it was still another day of record-setting numbers at Jackson-Madison…
14 additional confirmed COVID-19 cases; 672 total
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 14 additional cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 672. The health department says those patients are: 40-year-old female (unknown hospitalization) 70-year-old female (not…
Dyer County issues mask mandate through August
DYER COUNTY, Tenn.-- Another county issues a mask mandate during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dyer County Mayor Chris Young said the decision came after a lot of observation and prayer. "When the numbers hit…
New mural celebrates the city of Dyersburg
DYERSBURG, Tenn.-- Dyersburg recently got its first mural. This new mural is on the side of Tencom Services on South Mill Avenue in downtown Dyersburg. The project started back in 2018, led by the Dyer County Adult Leadership class. Local…
West Tennesseans enjoy summer tennis tournament
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It was a beautiful day in the Hub City, and families got to enjoy a tennis game event at the Jackson Tennis Center. "We are out here today for a southern level four junior tennis tournament, ages…
Staying cool in the summer heat
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This past week has been one of the hottest in West Tennessee, and many say they are taking precautions to beat the heat. Some say they are staying hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids and limiting activity…
78,115 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 843 deaths, 3,681 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 78,115 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Sunday, July 19. In addition, 843 people have died and 3,681 have been hospitalized. Another 44,319 have recovered. The Tennessee Department of Health…
