Jackson Animal Care Center seeks artists for murals
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local artist adds some pizzazz to a temporary place for animals looking for a forever home. "People walk in this way, and it would be the first thing…
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Local high school holds graduation at Ballpark
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students celebrated their graduation at a different venue. Madison Academic Magnet High School celebrated 76 students from their graduating class of 2020 at the Ballpark. Families and friends spaced out in the stands to cheer on their…
State announces new guidelines; updates program for essential workers
NASHVEILLE, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee signed another executive order help reopen the state. Gov. Lee says he has signed a new order that will allow groups of up to 50 people to participate in social and recreational activities together.…
City leaders discuss COVID-19 impact on economy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson Budget Committee met Thursday to discuss the impact COVID-19 had on the city's economy. "Most notably our sales tax, the impact that the coronavirus has had…
Rose Hill School holds drive-thru graduation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Rose Hill School held a social distancing drive-thru graduation for their students, and it was quite emotional. Parents lined up and drove through. Each student received a certificate, a gift and photo. "Their end of eighth grade…
Virtual fair connects Tennesseans with job opportunities
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A virtual resource fair is helping connect Tennesseans with local employers. The Virtual Employment and Education Resource Fair will provide job seekers with employment opportunities through the internet and through videoconferencing, according to a news release from…
Milan police release details in Wednesday shootings
MILAN, Tenn. -- Shots rang out in Milan on Wednesday during two separate shootings, just hours apart. The second shooting left one man dead around 11:15 p.m. Wednesday night. "Patrol went to the location on Anderson Street where they received…
Dyersburg State releases spring 2020 dean's list, honor roll
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Dyersburg State Community College has released the spring 2020 dean's list and honor roll. A release from DSCC says students on the dean's list earned a GPA of 3.5 or higher, and students on the honor roll…
Girl Scouts Heart of the South launch virtual parties and meetings
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Girl Scouts Heart of the South is launching free virtual programs for girls and offering discounted memberships for families new to Girl Scouts. Their new "Discover Parties" and "Virtual Troop Meetings" are free to girls interested in…
JMCSS moves JCM, North Side graduations to Oman Arena
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two Jackson graduations scheduled for Friday have been moved due to weather concerns. Jackson-Madison County School System confirmed Thursday that JCM Early College High and North Side High School graduation ceremonies have been moved to Oman Arena.…
18,961 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 313 deaths, 1,539 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 18,961 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Thursday, May 21. In addition, 313 people have died and 1,539 are hospitalized. Another 12,191 have recovered. The report shows the following case…
Customers rush to shop as TJ Maxx, Marshalls reopen
JACKSON, Tenn. -- More stores are reopening as Jackson and Madison County ease coronavirus restrictions, and shoppers are anxious to get their retail therapy in. TJ Maxx and Marshalls haven't let people…
UT Gardens endures pandemic setbacks, encourages visitors
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Preparing flower beds at UT Gardens in Jackson usually starts at the beginning of May, but because of rain, cold weather and COVID-19, they've been delayed. "We lost all of our volunteers, which we depend heavily on,…
Dyersburg police investigate Wednesday shooting
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Dyersburg Police are investigating a Wednesday night shooting near Kist Street. Police say officers responded to the area around 8:45 p.m. after a report of a person shot. Police say officers found 57-year-old Kenneth Anderson with a…
153 COVID-19 patients recovered in Madison County; no new cases confirmed
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed no new cases of COVID-19 have been reported Thursday, and 153 patients have completely recovered from the virus. The health department says a total of 165 Madison County residents…
