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Jackson hospital uses new robot for heart surgery

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new robot could help save your life. Jackson-Madison County General Hospital recently purchased a Corindus Vascular Robotics CorPath GRX System. The machine allows cardiologists to make precise movements during heart surgery and gives physicians a close-up view…

2 Jackson manufacturers receive state honors for workplace safety

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two Jackson manufacturing companies were awarded Wednesday by the Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development. Commissioner Burns Phillips presented awards to both General Cable and Gerdau Mill during the Tennessee Safety and Health Conference in Nashville,…

TBI investigates after baby suffers water burns in Huntingdon

HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Carroll County Sheriff's Department are investigating after a baby suffered water burn injuries. The 4-month-old boy is currently being treated in Cincinnati for water burn injuries he suffered on July…

Multi-vehicle crash in Jackson sends at least 3 to hospital

JACKSON, Tenn. --Jackson police investigate a multiple vehicle crash in north Jackson. Officers say it happened around 9:15 p.m. Tuesday near Krystal on North Highland Avenue. Investigators say a car hit another vehicle from behind, causing at least three people…

"The Grass Skirts" to headline concert in downtown Lexington

LEXINGTON, Tenn. --Get outside and enjoy a free concert. First Friday Nights on the Square kicks off in downtown Lexington at 6:00 p.m. This week's entertainment will be provided by The Grass Skirts. At the event, attendees can enjoy food,…

Local church to host men's conference this weekend

SAVANNAH, Tenn. --A fun way for local men to kick off their weekend. Friday, August 4, Adamsville First Baptist Church is hosting Men's Night Out. That'll run from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Hopewell Baptist in Savannah. Tickets are $15…

American Job Center in Dyersburg to host basic computer class

DYERSBURG, Tenn. --If you need some help navigating the world of computers, you're in luck. Thursday, August 3, The American Job Center in Dyersburg will host a free computer course. That'll run from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. At the workshop,…

New food truck coming to Alamo

ALAMO, Tenn. --Try out tasty frozen treats at a new venue. Wednesday, August 2, Retro Snow Food Truck will host a ribbon cutting and grand opening. That'll run from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in Court Square in downtown Alamo. The…

Jackson native hired as Union Volleyball coach

JACKSON, Tenn. -- There will be a new coach on the sidelines for the Union University volleyball program. Union announced this afternoon, Christa Hutchinson will join the team as their new assistant coach.…

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