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179 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed two additional cases of COVID-19 in Madison County Friday, bringing the total to 179. The newest cases include a 32-year-old female and a 47-year-old female. Neither are hospitalized. Epidemiology…

Jackson police investigate shooting at Casey Jones Motel

JACKSON, Tenn.-- The Jackson Police Department confirms there was a shooting at the Casey Jones Motel early Friday morning. They said it happened around 5 a.m. Police said one person was injured, and they were taken to the hospital. WBBJ…

Dozens of animals rescued in Hardin County

HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Around 40 animals were rescued by Hardin County Animal Services Thursday. Rescuers said the pets were found living in poor conditions at a home on Saddleback Lane. Animal remains…

JMCSS talks budget, reopening schools for fall

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Due to financial concerns from COVID-19, the Jackson-Madison County School System and the county looked at making cuts for the upcoming school year. "Our budget has been on a…

UT Martin surpasses fundraising goal by $75,000

MARTIN, Tenn. -- As universities struggle to prepare for on-campus teaching in the fall, many grapple with finances. The same could be said for University of Tennessee at Martin, who conducted their sixth…

Protests against police brutality, racism held in Martin

MARTIN, Tenn. -- Residents of Martin came together for a protest against police brutality and racism. The group met at the Virginia Weldon Library in the downtown area. They held up signs and invited others to join them in the…

Madison Co. Fire Department rescues cat from tree

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Fire and Rescue Department could now be called the “Big Cat Rescue.” Following a phone call from the owner, the department saved Rod the cat from a tree. Rod was stuck in a…

ERG updates guidelines, expands community events guidance

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Economic Recovery Group has updated guidelines for close contact service businesses, exercise facilities, recreation activities and has expanded previously set guidelines. A news release from the state says guidelines for close contact services, exercise facilities…

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