Local school celebrates class of 2020
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This school year is not ending the way students expected, so they are celebrating the class of 2020 in a different and fun way. It was a big day for the…
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Boaters, fishers enjoy first day of Carroll Lake reopening
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- For the first time in nearly six years, Carroll Lake is open to the public. The lake is just outside McKenzie in Carroll County and officially reopened to the…
148 cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed an additional three cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total to 148. The most recent patients are a 36-year-old woman, a 47-year-old man, and a 16-year-old girl.…
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.…
11,891 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 204 deaths, 1,113 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 11,891 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Friday, May 1. In addition, 204 people have died, and 1,113 are hospitalized. Another 5,546 have recovered. The report shows the following numbers:…
Local officials remain optimistic about reopening progress
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local leaders gave us an update on coronavirus in Jackson and Madison County Friday, and they're looking forward to the future. "We're looking forward to entering phase two…
Salons prepare to reopen following close contact guidelines
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Something a lot of us need right now: a haircut. But before the clippers can touch your head, your barbers are having to make some big changes. Thursday, Governor…
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…
