County commission, school board discuss reopening schools
JACKSON, Tenn.-- It's almost time for school to start in Jackson-Madison County, but what will it look like? "The goal is to get everyone back at school, but we need them…
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JMCSS athletics on hold due to increase in COVID-19 cases among young people
JACKSON, Tenn.-- With COVID-19 cases on the rise in Jackson and Madison County, students and parents may wonder if they'll see the return of sports. Currently, school athletics in Jackson-Madison County Schools are in…
COVID-19 survivor shares her recovery journey
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Alamo resident Mardavia Williamson is a licensed cosmetologist and owns her own salon and lash business. She's also a caregiver. Williamson never would have thought she'd be part of…
Local business owners update progress with mask mandate
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department wants to make sure you do your part in wearing a mask when you are unable to…
Salt & Light dinner rescheduled due to COVID-19
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Area Relief Ministries has rescheduled their annual Salt & Light Benefit Dinner to October due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a news release, the dinner was originally scheduled to be held September 10, but has been…
Jackson State releases fall semester plans
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College has announced their final plans for classes during the fall semester. According to a news release, faculty members will use three different options for classes, while promoting a safe environment for students and…
LIVE: Gov. Bill Lee's press briefing (7/14/20)
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee holds a live media briefing starting at 3 p.m. Central on Tuesday, July 14.
66,788 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 767 deaths, 3,378 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 66,788 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Tuesday, July 14. In addition, 767 people have died and 3,378 have been hospitalized. Another 38,272 have recovered. The Tennessee Department of Health…
Gibson Connect announces move into next phase of broadband expansion
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Gibson Connect, a subsidiary of Gibson Electric Membership Corporation, has announced plans to move into phase three of their broadband expansion, according to a news release. The release says phase three work will begin in Rutherford,…
Johnnie Walker switching to wooden bottles
Whiskey is often aged in wooden barrels. Now, Johnnie Walker is serving up its scotch in bottles also made from wood. Johnnie Walker's parent company, Diageo, says the new bottle, which will be made of wood pulp, will release in…
33 cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison County; fourth death confirmed
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thirty-three new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Madison County on Tuesday, bringing the total number of cases to 504 since the pandemic began. A fourth person died Monday due to complications from COVID-19, according to…
Martin man charged with assault after woman injured in shooting
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A Martin man is in custody after a shooting Monday night injured a woman. Martin police say officers were responding to a medical emergency in the 200 block of Meadowbrook Drive around 6:15 p.m. Monday, when they…
UT Martin responds to ICE decision regarding international students
MARTIN, Tenn.-- According to NAFSA: The Association for International Educators, almost 10,000 international students attend colleges in Tennessee. A local university responds to a recent decision made by a federal agency that…
Senate candidate discusses topics during stop in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn.--A U.S. Senate candidate speaks out about current events, and his goals for Senate. Bill Hagerty stopped in Jackson on Monday afternoon to discuss several issues brought up from voters, including school…
Congressman honors "Man of the Year" recipient for his service
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One government official is recognizing a Jackson man for his dedication and service to the community. Congressman David Kustoff recognized Executive Director for Aspell Recovery Center Richard…
