Gibson Co. commission meeting discusses need for SROs
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. - Gibson County commissioners met Monday for their monthly meeting and a topic discussed was the need for school resource officers at Gibson County schools. "The state…
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65,274 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 749 deaths, 3,284 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 65,274 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Monday, July 13. In addition, 749 people have died and 3,284 have been hospitalized. Another 36,996 have recovered. The Tennessee Department of Health…
West TN correctional officer arrested on contraband charge
HENNING, Tenn. -- Authorities have arrested Officer Trayvon Lee for attempting to introduce contraband into the West Tennessee State Penitentiary, according to a news release. The release states on July 12, Captain Clay Taylor and Internal Affairs Officer Thomas Shell…
Free face masks to be distributed in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department, along with representatives from the University of Tennessee/Tennessee State University Extension office and West Bemis Baptist Church will distribute free washable, reusable cloth face masks in Jackson. On Thursday, July 16,…
12 cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.; 471 total
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 12 additional cases of COVID-19 in Madison County. The total number of cases is now 471. The most recent cases are: 69-year-old male (hospitalized) 57-year-old male (hospitalized) 45-year-old female…
Weakley Co. Sheriff's Office reminding residents of phone scam
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Weakley County Sheriff's Office is reminding residents about a phone scam. The sheriff's office says a Weakley County resident received a telephone call last week from an individual claiming to be a law enforcement official…
Police search for suspects in Metro PCS robbery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying two men allegedly involved in a robbery. Police say the robbery was reported around 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the Metro PCS store on North…
Family throws surprise parade for two loved ones
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.--A family celebrates two birthdays with a parade. Peggy Samples celebrated her 91st birthday with her great-grandson, Michel Johnston, who turned 22. Family members decorated their cars and drove by to show their love and celebrate their loved ones.…
Church holds virtual communion
JACKSON, Tenn.-- A church holds communion, but not in the way you'd think. "It's a little different, but something that I'm grateful for," First Presbyterian Church associate pastor for youth Courtney Bowen said. When you take communion, you usually do…
Family, friends hold surprise party for woman's 73rd birthday
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Family and friends of Fair Ruth McClellan planned a drive-by party to celebrate her birthday. She is turning 73-years-old, and the best part of all? She had no idea this was…
Fans gather for baseball game in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Baseball fans got to enjoy America's favorite pastime Sunday. Fans came out to the Jackson Generals Ballpark to enjoy a summer set of baseball tournaments. This is the fourth game to be hosted this summer. Due to weather,…
61,960 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 741 deaths, 3,250 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 61,960 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Sunday, July 12. In addition, 741 people have died and 3,250 have been hospitalized. Another 35,855 have recovered. The Tennessee Department of Health…
6 additional COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed an additional six cases of COVID-19 in Madison County. The health department says there has been a total of 459 cases since the pandemic began. The most recent patients…
United Way, Jackson Chamber kick off film series
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you're looking for a fun yet educational family activity, a new film series kicked off to engage much needed conversations. United Way of West Tennessee and the Jackson Chamber hosted its first screening in their new…
Dyersburg churches become one, host worship
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- An event aims for unity in the community. Several churches came together for a non-denominational service for their town. It all started with a conversation between two men. "Given the George Floyd…
