Celebrating Cinco De Mayo amid coronavirus
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Hub City is no stranger to embracing other cultures and their foods. "It's Cinco De Mayo, and unfortunately our restaurants are not open yet," said Te'kila Mexican Bar…
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Giving Tuesday aims to help nonprofits
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local nonprofits are hoping West Tennesseans will come together to help those affected by COVID-19 with a very special day. "There are people facing hunger for the very first…
City of Humboldt responds to lawsuit
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The City of Humboldt has sent in a response to the Humboldt Schools superintendent filing a lawsuit against them. Superintendent Dr. Versie Hamlett filed a lawsuit against the city and Humboldt Board of Education in late March.…
First day of non-essential businesses reopening
JACKSON, Tenn. -- On Monday, the city allowed non-essential businesses to open their doors to the public. Manager of Elements Salon on Vann Drive, Deana Coffman says she is happy to be back…
Officials discuss cancelled Strawberry Festival
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Officials in Humboldt discuss their plans after the 2020 Strawberry Festival was cancelled. The festival was set to begin this week, but had to be cancelled due to COVID-19. Beth…
Macy's at Old Hickory Mall reopens
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Macy's is reopening to customers in the Jackson area. The department store has implemented enhanced safety and wellness procedures complying with the CDC's recommended protocol. This includes frequent and enhanced cleaning…
Authorities make arrest in fatal Humboldt fire
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Authorities have now made an arrest in connection to a fire at a Humboldt apartment complex on Spangler Drive that killed one person. In a press release, the Tennessee Bureau…
State recognizes Correctional Professionals Week
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- It is Correctional Professionals Week in The Volunteer State. The week was proclaimed by Gov. Bill Lee, according to a news release from the Department of Correction. May 3 through May 9 will recognize correctional professionals for…
Madison Co. COVID-19 case count remains at 149
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed no additional COVID-19 cases in Madison County, keeping the total at 149. Eight Madison County residents are currently hospitalized with COVID-19. Two of those patients are currently on ventilators.…
13,502 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 219 deaths, 1,143 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 13,502 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Monday, May 4. In addition, 219 people have died, and 1,143 are hospitalized. Another 6,081 have recovered. The report shows the following…
Safety precautions to flatten the curve working, officials say
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Why are officials allowing businesses to reopen in Jackson and Madison County? They say it's because of you. "It works. Social distancing works. It's a proven method in…
Storm damage impacts Union City businesses
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Sunday's storm had rain, hail, and straight-line winds, and in Union City Monday morning, this is the aftermath. "We hunkered down at home, right after the storm was…
Madison County COVID-19 case count remains at 149
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department confirms no additional cases of COVID-19 in Madison County Monday morning, with the total remaining at 149. Eight Madison County residents are currently hospitalized with COVID-19. Two of those patients are…
Nonessential businesses prepare to reopen
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Monday the city will allow nonessential businesses to reopen. Businesses like hair salons, nail salons, gyms and tattoo parlors will open their doors. Shear Class Salon owners, Chasity and Demecus…
Severe storm creates damage throughout West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "I don't understand how we're okay," said Julie Ann Maddox. Billowing clouds, hail and lots of fallen trees throughout many streets of West Tennessee. On McClellan Road in North Jackson,…
