Realtors discuss pandemic impacts on local housing market
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the COVID-19 pandemic impacting our lives, you may wonder, is it safe to buy a new house? "Things have slowed down a little bit, for obvious reasons, people…
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JPD: One in custody in connection with shooting on Hwy. 45 Bypass
JACKSON, Tenn.--Jackson police say they now have a person in custody in connection with a drive-by shooting in the Hub City. The shooting happened Wednesday afternoon on the Highway 45 Bypass, near Channing Way. Police say the suspect shot into…
Jackson businesses share plans to reopen
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The coronavirus has had an impact not just on the community itself but for businesses as well. Businesses are preparing to open back up and will have safety requirements…
City budget committee talks economic impact of coronavirus
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson budget committee met Thursday to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and what they could be facing financially. "In general fund revenues, we could be looking…
Benton County confirms first death related to COVID-19
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Benton County has confirmed the first death related to COVID-19 in the county. Officials confirmed the death in a statement Thursday afternoon. The statement says officials were not notified of information about the patient due to…
National Crime Victims' Rights Week recognized across West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. - It's National Crime Victims' Rights Week, meant to raise awareness about the struggles that crime victims face. The coronavirus has canceled most of the events set for this week, but…
129 cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed three additional cases of COVID-19, bringing the total to 129 cases in Madison County. The newest patients are a 28-year-old woman, a 64-year-old man, and a 24-year-old man, according…
Henderson woman wins singing competition in quarantine
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A Henderson woman lost both her jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but one small decision has changed her life for the better. Kimberly Newsom lost her serving position at…
Pastors hold prayer circle in honor of teachers, administrators, students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A prayer and a song for teachers, administrators and students across West Tennessee was held Thursday. This week the prayer group prayed in front of the Jackson-Madison County Board of Education. They thanked teachers and administrators for…
8,266 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 170 deaths, 793 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 8,266 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Thursday, April 23. In addition, 170 people have died, and 793 are hospitalized. Another 4,193 have recovered. The report shows the following numbers:…
Dyersburg State to deliver all May and Summer courses via distance learning mode
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Dyersburg State Community College (DSCC) has announced that all May session and summer semester courses will be delivered through a distance learning mode. The decision was based out of continued concern for its college community amid the…
Officials share concerns about reopening, urge residents to wear face coverings
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local officials say they still have concerns with starting the first phase of the city's economic recovery plan. "We are a little hesitant about rolling into phase one,"…
Local dealerships speak on car buying during pandemic
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Are you wanting to prepare for the first road trip after COVID-19? We spoke with local dealerships to find out what you need to know about buying a car…
UT Martin creates virtual choir project
MARTIN, Tenn. -- More than 70 UTM faculty, staff, students and alumni participated in a collaborative music project. UTM Music announced the project via their Facebook page on April 17. They asked participants to submit a video singing their…
Foundation announces $15,000 in grants from COVID-19 response fund
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Foundation announced five new grants from the COVID-19 Response Fund, which was established in March to provide a quick response to organizations working with those who have been impacted by the novel coronavirus pandemic. The Foundation…
