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Tennessee is 1st to be approved for Medicaid block grant

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Gov. Bill Lee says Tennessee has become the first state in the nation to be approved to receive funding in a lump sum for its Medicaid program through a block grant program. Republicans contend that states…

Shoppers react to mall store closing

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Macy's department store has decided to close its local mall location. If you're a regular customer of Macy's you might want to make your way to the store before it…

Couple celebrates 50th anniversary in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee couple is celebrating a special milestone. Linda and Flake Hudson celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday. The two have been together since age 17 and 19.…

Local charities join together for food drive

JACKSON, Tenn. —Local charities are giving back to those in need in the Jackson community. City Councilman Johnny Dodd, Men on the Move, and Benton Future Leaders of Tennessee hosted their first food…

Sheriff's office warns of phone scam in Dyer County

DYER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Dyer County Sheriff's Office is warning residents of a recent phone scam. An individual is calling several residents posing to be a Law Enforcement Officer. He is calling individuals about... Posted by Dyer County…

Tennessee to launch COVID-19 vaccine appointment system

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee officials are launching a statewide online scheduling system in the coming days for COVID-19 vaccine appointments. State Health Commissioner Lisa Piercey said Friday that the change aims to prevent long lines of people who wait…

76 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County; 9,481 total

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another 76 cases of COVID-19 in Madison County on Saturday. The new cases bring the total number of confirmed positive cases in Madison County to 9,481. Those patients range…

Multiplying Good: Juanita Jones

It's time for Multiplying Good, an award given to people making a positive impact in the community. It's in partnership with Leaders Credit Union. Juanita Jones is a woman helping…

Warming shelter seeks volunteers as temperature drop

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is looking for volunteers to help out at a local warming center for the new year. The Tennessee Homeless Solution Hotline is asking for your help to assist those in need. As we enter…

Twitter bans Trump, citing risk of incitement

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Twitter says it is banning President Donald Trump from its platform, citing “risk of further incitement of violence.” After close review of recent Tweets from the @realDonaldTrump account and the context around them we have permanently suspended…

Residents gather to protest alleged animal abuse in Humboldt

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Community members held a protest over alleged animal abuse. Several people protested outside the mayor's office in Humboldt. They say they want justice for the animals allegedly abused by Humboldt city employees, 56-year-old Bruce Lynn Pafford…

City of Jackson recognizes first 'Hub City Hero'

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has announced the first "Hub City Hero." Allison Erath Shipp has been recognized for her work with Give Back Jack and Blessing Boxes, according to a news release. The release says Shipp created…

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