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Governor issues guidelines on faith-based gatherings

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The state of Tennessee is providing guidance for gathering in places of worship. A news release from the governor's office announced the following suggestions: Take a phased approach to in-person gatherings. Those most at risk to COVID-19…

TDOC facility sees over 1,200 positive COVID-19 cases

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Corrections announced over 1,200 confirmed cases of COVID-19 at the Trousdale Turner Correctional Center in Trousdale County. A release from the state says that targeted testing began in the facility on April 28.…

Milan Subway uses famous faces to promote social distancing

MILAN, Tenn. -- A local sandwich shop is displaying celebrity faces to encourage social distancing. The Milan Subway found a fun way to social distance and use limited seats. They placed pictures of celebrities on places guests are not allowed…

Hardin County Schools announce new meal delivery program

HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Hardin County Schools announced a new program that will deliver free meals to students' doorsteps through at least June 30. The program, called "Meals-to-You", is a partnership between the school district, the U.S. Department of Agriculture,…

No new cases of COVID 19 confirmed in Madison Co.; 90 recovered

JACKSON, Tenn. -- No new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed overnight in Madison County, according to the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department. As of Friday, 145 positive cases have been reported in Madison County. Director Kim Tedford said 90…

Discovery Park of America announces reopening plans

UNION CITY, Tenn.—Discovery Park of America will remain closed to the public through May 2020, however the museum and heritage park is planning to reopen the outside areas for members only on Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31,  following…

Gyms to start reopening in parts of the state May 1

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- As part of Governor Bill Lee's plans, another set of facilities are set to reopen. "I'm so excited! I'm so appreciative of our members because they've been so patient through…

JMCSS leaders discuss 2020-2021 budget

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday afternoon, members of the Jackson-Madison County School System's budget committee met to discuss the district's finances. First on the agenda was the contract to construct a new Madison Academic…

City Council reviews agenda for May meeting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Mayor Scott Conger and members of the Jackson city council virtually met Thursday afternoon to review the agenda for May's meeting. Members discussed the city's budget for next year, as…

UTM names reentry task force for COVID-19

MARTIN, Tenn. -- University of Tennessee at Martin chancellor Dr. Keith Carver has named a reentry task force, which will recommend steps for the university to move forward during COVID-19, according to a news release. Because of the pandemic, the…

Hardin County prepares for businesses to reopen

HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Many businesses across the state have started reopening this week, with restaurants opening on Monday and retail businesses on Wednesday. Hardin County Mayor Kevin Davis says this is just the first phase of reopening for most…

TCA hosts cap and gown pickup for students

NORTH JACKSON, Tenn. -- Trinity Christian Academy continued a yearly tradition for its graduating seniors. Usually, the TCA seniors will pick up their cap and gown and have a fiesta party. This year, the…

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