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USJ to continue online learning

JACKSON, Tenn. -- University School of Jackson announced its plans for the 2020 spring semester. A news release from USJ says classes will continue to be held through Zoom sessions. The final five weeks of classes will begin on Monday,…

95 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department received positive test results for two more confirmed cases of COVID-19 Friday. There are now a total of 95 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Madison County. The most recent cases include:…

2 residents, 3 employees positive for COVID-19 at AHC Forest Cove

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two residents and three employees of AHC Forest Cove in Jackson have tested positive for COVID-19. The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department confirmed the cases Friday afternoon. The health department says both residents of the assisted living…

Weekly unemployment certifications move to staggered schedule

NASHVILLE -- The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development moves to a staggered schedule for unemployment claimants completing their weekly certifications. This change will spread out the number of people certifying over three days, creating a more responsive experience…

West Tennessee Healthcare confirms furloughs, financial changes

JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Tennessee Healthcare confirmed Friday that some employees have been furloughed and the system has stopped matching employees' retirement plan. Amy Garner, chief compliance and communications officer for West Tennessee Healthcare, says the moves were made in…

JTA requires masks to ride bus service

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Transit Authority (JTA) is requiring all passengers and visitors to JTA offices are to wear a personal protective mask/shield/covering beginning Monday, April 20. The mask is to cover both the nose and mouth. JTA will…

Weakley County Schools' plan for closing out school year

WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Weakley County Schools Director Randy Frazier, staff and principals met online on Thursday to determine the next steps of closing out the 2019-20 academic year. The meeting followed Governor Bill Lee’s recommendation on Wednesday to close…

First death reported from COVID-19 in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department officials have confirmed the first death from COVID-19 in the county. Health department director Kim Tedford confirmed the death Friday morning during the department's daily updates. Tedford said the patient had other…

Local judges make donation to charity

JACKSON, Tenn. - Two charities are getting much needed donations from a local group. The Howell Edmunds Jackson American Inn of Court announced Thursday they will be donating $3,000 dollars to both the ComeUnity…

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