Madison County resident confirmed to have monkeypox
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department says a case of monkeypox has been confirmed in the county. The health department says that monkeypox is a rare disease…
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US to hold trade talks with Taiwan, island drills military
HUALIEN, Taiwan (AP) — The U.S. government will hold trade talks with Taiwan in a sign of support for the island democracy that China claims as its own territory, prompting Beijing to warn Thursday it will take action if necessary…
Food Truck Spotlight: Congetta's Chi-talian Favorites
This week on Food Truck Spotlight, we're getting a little taste of Italy! Congetta's Chi-talian Favorites can usually be found at the corner of Liberty and Main Street in downtown Jackson. Owner Diana Haynes is originally from the Chicago…
Madison County General Sessions judge arrested on DUI, firearm charges
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Madison County General Sessions Court Judge Hugh Harvey, Jr. has been arrested on two charges. The first being driving under the influence, with the second being possession of a handgun while under the influence. Harvey was arrested…
Health department begins dental screenings at Jackson-Madison Co. schools
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department is kicking off the school year with dental screenings for students. Dental hygienists with the health department began with students at Lincoln Elementary this week. A news release states the hygienists…
Lexington Utilities issues 24-hour boil water notice for customers
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Lexington Utilities is issuing a boil water notice. All customers are advised to boil any water before drinking for approximately 24 hours. The utility company announced the issue around 8 a.m. on Thursday, citing a water main…
Appeals rulings at odds over Confederate-themed jury room
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Two Black men who challenged their criminal convictions after jurors deliberated in a Tennessee courthouse room containing Confederate symbols have received opposite rulings from different judges on the same appeals court. One was granted a new…
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency taps GOP senator as adviser
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency says Republican state Sen. Mike Bell will soon serve as the agency's legislative senior adviser. According to a news release, Bell had announced he would retire from the General Assembly this…
2022 Circles of Hope Telethon to be held Sunday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local nonprofit is gearing up for their biggest fundraiser of the year. "The 39th annual Circles of Hope Telethon to benefit the Carl Perkins Center for…
City of Jackson marks 200th birthday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A year-long celebration is official concluding. The Bicentennial's year-long celebration started with Madison County's Bicentennial anniversary in November of 2021 and concluded with the City of…
Group marks David Crockett's 236th birthday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local group took time to honor an American folk hero known as the "King of the Wild Frontier." Wednesday, the Jackson Rotary Club celebrated David Crockett's…
Lane College kicks of 2022 fall semester with convocation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lane College has officially started the new 2022-23 school year with the opening convocation. With students filling the room, you can feel the excitement rising, and it's a…
Bell tolling rings in FHU's 153rd school year
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A bell ringing in Lloyd Auditorium means one thing for students at Freed-Hardeman University: the start of classes. Tolling of the bell signifies the beginning of the…
Foundation to host 'Can't Dodge This' Dodgeball Tournament
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Do you miss playing dodgeball with friends? Now is your time to shine, once again! The West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation is hosting the Can’t Dodge This Dodgeball Tournament. “We are excited to bring this event to our…
UT Martin to offer ACT prep classes in fall
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Need help preparing for the ACT? The University of Tennessee at Martin is here to help, once again. The university says that it is hosting…
