Company works to adapt those with special needs to technology
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Did you know that you can ask Alexa to do way more than just make your grocery list or answer a question? And that the iPhone even has…
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The Sound of Jackson | Ep. 12 | Herz (Season Finale)
It's the season finale of The Sound of Jackson! We catch up with local band Herz, established in 2014 and known for their energetic flair. After a pandemic-induced break, they are back and ready to rock with brand new…
Jackson launches 'Idea Portal,' giving residents input on upcoming projects
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is giving residents a way to share their ideas. The city is launching the Idea Portal, and its first request is for the train depot on South Royal Street. "This is an opportunity…
Freed-Hardeman announces finalists for Mr., Miss FHU titles
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University announced the finalists for the Mr. and Miss FHU title. Mr. and Miss FHU Finalists (Back Row to Front Row) Connor Creasy and Hannah Young; Sam McGreevy and Emaleigh Board; Dillan…
Hardin County to host vaccine drive-thru at fairgrounds
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- A free COVID-19 vaccination event will be held in Hardin County on Friday, April 9. Individuals 18 and older will be able to receive their first or second dose of the Moderna vaccine at the Hardin…
8 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County; 11,130 total
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another eight cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 11,130. Those new patients range in age from 13-years-old to 41-years-old. There…
Runner to make 100 mile trek from Jackson to Memphis for fundraiser
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Professional runner Randy Broadway is running 100 miles from downtown Jackson to raise funding for the Chester County Carl Perkins Center. "This is definitely a challenge, but it's a challenge I'm up for, and I've been training…
Free certification courses available to Tennesseans
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The state of Tennessee is offering free certification courses. The pandemic has made the job market that much more competitive, and as things open back up, more people…
$13,000 worth of wire stolen from construction site; police investigating
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police in Jackson are on the lookout for suspects who stole almost $13,000 worth of material from a construction site. Surveillance video shows the new Madison County Jail construction…
COVID-19 in Tennessee: 986 new cases, 818,008 total
The gallery above shows the latest statewide COVID-19 data from the Tennessee Department of Health as of Tuesday, April 6. The health department also released an updated case count by county. For…
Vision Committee members tour new JMCSS additions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There is an update on Jackson-Madison County School System's new additions. The Education Vision Committee members, along with county and city leaders, continued their tour Tuesday morning…
Henry Co. man charged in drug investigation
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Henry County man is in custody following an investigation involving multiple law enforcement agencies. Investigators say James Lee Payne II, 37, and another individual were arrested in East Tennessee, according to a news release. Payne…
City council votes to move forward with new Waste Management contract
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In a 6-1 vote Tuesday, the Jackson City Council decided to move forward with a new contract with Waste Management. Councilman Ernest Brooks II was the only one…
First 731 Community Prayer Walk scheduled for April 17
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The first 731 Community Prayer Walk is scheduled for Saturday, April 17 at 8:30 a.m. Organizers say the walk is scheduled to begin on East Chester Street with greetings, a prayer, and refreshments before the walk begins.…
Additional death, 4 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another Madison County resident has died due to COVID-19 complications. The health department says a 65-year-old woman died April 2 due to COVID-19 complications. A total of 231 Madison…
