Humboldt nurse sings with U.S. Army Veteran
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A nurse at Tennessee State Veterans Home of Humboldt is bringing joy to residents with the gift of song. Deanna Seaton sets time aside from her busy schedule to sing with…
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Landslide continues to expand due to increase of rainy weather
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- After storms rolled in over the weekend, a landslide in Hardin County continues to expand, overlooking the Tennessee River. Two homes collapsed after the initial landslide in February, but…
Family and friends hold candlelight vigil for loved one
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Family and friends held a candlelight vigil to remember a loved one. On Sunday, 28-year-old Chantell Cox died from pre-existing medical conditions. Family members say she had a history of brain tumors. Wednesday evening, dozens gathered at…
Leaders with local United Way tout success of "Give Back 731" event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The United Way of West Tennessee says the "Give Back 731" event Tuesday was a massive success. Communities were encouraged to donate to charities across West Tennessee. Even with just two weeks notice, 50 organizations raised more…
Sheriff requests 30 percent budget increase from county
WEST JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Department is asking for more money--despite the uncertainty around the coronavirus. "We're sitting here, pulling from other departments, to increase the fund balance, because we…
Tennessee to reopen non-contact recreational businesses on Friday
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Small, non-contact recreational businesses will be allowed to reopen on Friday, May 8, according to Gov. Bill Lee. In a news release, Gov. Lee says these businesses include bowling alleys, arcades, dance classes, water sports, mini-golf and…
High schools display their 2020 graduates
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- High schools across West Tennessee are putting their seniors on display. "We see what you've had to go through this spring, and we just want to remind you…
Sixth person charged in 2016 death of Hardeman County father and son
HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn. -- A sixth person has been charged in the 2016 deaths of a Hardeman County father and his 13-year-old son. Nakera LaShawn Hamer, 44, is charged with multiple charges, including first-degree murder, according to the Tennessee Bureau…
152 cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another positive case of COVID-19, bringing the total to 152 in Madison County. The health department says the newest patient is a 55-year-old man. He is not currently hospitalized,…
Senior Salute: Class of 2020 photo submissions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Schools all across the country have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, but that doesn’t take away the hard work these students have put into their studies. To celebrate the…
Mayor Conger recommends businesses enforce face coverings
JACKSON, Tenn. -- No shirt, no shoes, no mask... No service? Our local mayors want to leave mask enforcement up to businesses. "Why would you not be considerate of the other people…
13,938 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 239 deaths, 1,221 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 13,938 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Wednesday, May 6. In addition, 239 people have died, and 1,221 are hospitalized. Another 6,564 have recovered. The report shows the following case…
Health department to distribute free cloth face masks
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department is distributing free washable, reusable cloth face masks starting Wednesday. Masks are available to Madison County residents only. Pickup locations: Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department 804 North Parkway The WIC Center…
GE Appliances donates new appliances to Selmer community
SELMER, Tenn. -- GE Appliances has donated brand new appliances to the City of Selmer, and this isn't the first time they've done it. "We opened in October of 1994, and the appliances were…
Lincoln Elementary announces drive-thru registration
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lincoln Elementary has faced challenges registering students during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, the school will be hosting a drive-thru registration Monday, May 11 through Wednesday, May 13, from 9 - 11 a.m. The process takes…
