United Way launches 211 Hub for resources
JACKSON, Tenn. -- United Way of West Tennessee has created a website tool for the community to find help. "The 211 Hub is now an extension of our 211…
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'I Heart UTM' week returning in April
MARTIN, Tenn. --The University of Tennessee at Martin has plans to host their seventh annual "I Heart UTM" week from April 5 through April 11, according to a news release. The events will include in-person and virtual options for students,…
4 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.; 11,036 total
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed four new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 11,036. Those patients range in age from 19-years-old to 77-years-old. There are…
Residents share how they plan to spend the third round of stimulus checks
JACKSON, Tenn.--Another stimulus check has already started hitting the bank accounts. This third round of checks is over double the amount from the previous check passed in December. Stimulus receiver, John Woods, said…
Jackson firefighters participate in rescue training
JACKSON, Tenn. — Local firefighters received much needed knowledge today pertaining to saving a life. The Jackson Fire Department firefighters learned some useful techniques on how to properly rescue those in a…
Local university presents play
JACKSON, Tenn. — One local university presented a play Saturday to entertain its students, faculty and the community. The Union University Theatre presented a play called "The School for Scandal" Saturday afternoon at the W.D. Powell Theatre. The play was…
9 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.; 11,032 total
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 9 new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County on Sunday, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 11,032. Those patients range in age from 15-years-old to 74-years-old.…
Local pharmacy distributes Johnson and Johnson vaccine
JACKSON, TN -- One local pharmacy holds a drive-thru vaccine event in Jackson. Phipps Pharmacy gave patients the chance to receive their COVID-19 vaccine Saturday. The pharmacy administered Johnson and Johnson vaccines in Madison County during a drive-thru vaccination event.…
Blue Bird Rustic Sweet Treats opens its doors for business
ALAMO, Tenn.--On the first day of spring, a local business had its grand opening. Leaders with Blue Bird Rustic Sweet Treats in Alamo opened its doors to customers, Saturday. Some of the first customers who stopped by enjoyed samplings of…
U of M-Lambuth campus holds Spring Campus Day
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Saturday marked the first official day of spring. For prospective college students, it was the perfect opportunity to learn about what a local university has to offer. A Spring Campus Day event was held on the University…
Authorities search for missing man
HARDIN CO, Tenn. -- Authorities search for a missing man who investigators say was driving a car when it went into the Tennessee River Friday evening. Saturday Hardin County authorities recovered a car from the Tennessee River. "We recovered…
United Way of West Tennessee Introduces 211 Hub
Jackson, Tenn. -- United Way of West TN introduces 211 Hub. According to a news release, the United Way of West TN introduced 211 Hub last week. The website, which offers an online database to find and share community…
United Way Of West TN hosts virtual silent auction
Weakley County, Tenn. -- The United Way of West Tennessee hosted its Weakley County silent auction Friday evening. The silent auction was held virtually on Facebook due to COVID-19. United Way advocates for individuals by uniting agencies in a way…
Local University continues annual Spring Rummage Sale
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local university is helping to raise money for its students in a special way. For over 20 years Freed-Hardeman University Associates have given the community the opportunity to shop…
9 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.; 11,023 total
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another 9 new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 11,023. Those patients range in age from 25-years-old to 73-years-old. There…
