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Jackson State extends spring break

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The administration of Jackson State Community College has made the decision to extend spring break and cancel all classes through the week of March 16-20. All faculty and staff will report to work during the week of March…

Mobile job center coming to Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Mobile American Job Center is partnering with Jackson Madison County Library to help residents looking for employment. The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development's (TDLWD) mobile American Job Center (MAJC) will be located at the Jackson…

Churches, universities prepare for coronavirus impacts

JACKSON, Tenn.--Although there are no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Madison County, the virus could impact our area in other ways. With 18 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Tennessee, how does it impact…

Lane College, Union University transitioning to online classes

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lane College and Union University are both making adjustments to the Spring 2020 semester in response to coronavirus concerns. Lane College will be moving to remote classes for the remainder of the semester. Beginning March 23, classes…

Health officials give update on coronavirus

JACKSON, Tenn. --  According to health officials, there are zero confirmed coronavirus cases in Madison County as of Thursday. However, there are 18 Coronavirus cases in the Volunteer State. "Davidson is up to 6…

Suspect in custody after Dresden robbery, kidnapping

DRESDEN, Tenn. -- Dresden police have confirmed a man is in custody after a robbery Thursday morning. Police say 36-year-old John David Hitt is now charged with armed robbery, aggravated assault and kidnapping. According to a news release, the victim…

Top three finalists interview for JMCSS superintendent

JACKSON, Tenn. - The Jackson-Madison County school board interviews the top three finalists for the position of school superintendent. "Being able to utilize my skills and talents to potentially help solve some…

Frequently asked questions about coronavirus

JACKSON, Tenn. -- With more and more people talking about the coronavirus, it's essential you have a basic understanding of the virus. Where did coronavirus 2019 originate from? Wuhan, China -- specifically a…

UTM students, faculty respond to campus restrictions

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The largest university in West Tennessee is sending students home amid coronavirus concerns. The UT Martin campus is usually buzzing with activity. Thursday, it was almost silent. "It's pretty…

TDOC suspends visitation with inmates at prisons

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Correction announced Thursday that all visitations at TDOC prisons have been suspended until further notice due to COVID-19. In a news release, TDOC says the move was made out of an abundance of…

Chamber's Annual Celebration awards local businesses and volunteers

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Chamber's Annual Celebration spotlighted accomplishments of the Jackson Chamber and honored businesses, industries and non-profit organizations on Thursday, March 12 at Union University's Carl Grant Events Center. With approximately 400…

18 confirmed coronavirus cases in Tennessee

NASHVILLE -- The Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed nine more cases of coronavirus in the state Thursday, bringing the total of positive cases to 18. TDH announced the new cases via Twitter,…

TSSAA to limit fan attendance

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -- In response to the recent COVID-19 outbreaks, the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association is limiting fan attendance at state basketball championships. Beginning Friday, March 13, attendance at the remainder of the girls' state tournament and throughout the…

U of M Lambuth to extend spring break

JACKSON, Tenn. -- University of Memphis announced spring break will be extended for students for an additional week, through March 22 with classes beginning again on Monday, March 23. The University will remain open. Because housing and dining are essential…

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