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Tips for parents explaining COVID-19 to kids

JACKSON, Tenn.--"It's been confusing for them for sure," said mother of three, Jamie Miller. The coronavirus is causing state officials to keep kids out of school. On top of that, the rainy weather has kept children indoors. Jaime Miller says…

Local artists' job impacted by COVID-19

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Joe "The Kernal" Garner is used to being on the road. He's been a professional musician for at least 10 years and has been living in Jackson for at least 15 years. "For the moment, everything, I…

How local artists are being impacted by COVID-19

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some industries being affected during this Coronavirus pandemic are bars and other entertainment services, and many of them are temporarily closing their doors. But, it's especially hard on the…

Lifeline holds emergency blood drive

JACKSON, Tenn.--Lifeline Blood Services held their emergency blood drive, Wednesday. It kicked off at the Kroger on West University Parkway in north Jackson. Eleven blood drives were cancelled this week, which creates a dangerous situation for patients. Leaders with Lifeline…

Multiplying Good: Jennifer Burns

Jennifer and Bernie Burns' daughter, Ashley, had heart surgery twice. She was just 16-years-old for her first surgery. "She's had heart surgery at Le Bonhuer twice. They saved her life basically twice," said…

JMCSS provides nutrition plan during COVID-19 closure

JACKSON, Tenn. -- As part of a COVID-19 emergency plan to address the closure of schools, the District’s school nutrition program will provide breakfast and lunch meals for all JMCSS students and children 18 years and under. The child must…

15 Madison County residents tested for COVID-19, no positives

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department confirmed Wednesday that 15 residents in Madison County have been approved for testing of coronavirus, known as COVID-19. In a news release, the health department says 10 of those have tested…

Local restaurants offer curbside service

JACKSON, Tenn. -- With health officials asking us to limit our time in public, people are wondering how you can still support local restaurants. Restaurants in Jackson that are normally packed are now mostly…

Federal court changes procedures due to coronavirus concerns

JACKSON, Tenn. -- U.S. District Court in the Western District of Tennessee has changed their procedures due to COVID-19, or coronavirus. The court announced Wednesday, March 18 that all cases would be reset until after April 17, and all defendants…

RIFA works to keep people fed during pandemic

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A nonprofit has come up with a way to make sure people stay fed during the coronavirus pandemic. RIFA's soup kitchen is usually packed with people every day for breakfast…

Lane extends spring break, transitions to remote classes

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lane College is extending their spring break due to coronavirus concerns. The college is extending Spring Break an additional week, March 23 through March 27. Beginning March 30, the college will hold all classes remotely. Lane has…

98 cases of COVID-19 reported in Tennessee

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 98 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Wednesday. The report shows the following numbers: Campbell County - 1 Cheatham County - 1 Davidson County - 58 Hamilton…

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