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6 historical sites to receive over $109,000 in grants

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wars Commission announced over $109,000 in grants to projects across the state. In a news release, the commission says the grants will fund six projects across six counties, including Parkers Crossroads. Parkers Crossroads will receive…

COVID-19 leaves impact on local events

JACKSON, Tenn. -- From fundraisers to corporate meetings, events across Jackson are being impacted due to COVID-19. Some of these bigger events included the American Kennel Club Dog Show that was planned for March…

West Tennessee Healthcare announces visitor changes

JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Tennessee Healthcare announces changes in their visitation policy due to COVID-19. To visit Jackson-Madison County General or other West Tennessee Healthcare facilities, visitors will undergo a screening before going inside.…

Weakley County Schools serves over 200 meals

WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Weakley County Schools served 264 meals across six locations on Tuesday. A news release from the school system says staff served a complete lunch, as well as an additional milk and breakfast item. The release says…

12 Madison Co. residents tested for COVID-19

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department says 12 residents were approved for COVID-19 testing. A news release from the department says nine have tested negative, while three cases are still pending. The release says this number does not…

Jackson Energy Authority suspends disconnections

JACKSON, Tenn. – Jackson Energy Authority recognizes that the COVID-19 crisis presents challenging financial circumstances. To help reduce the impact on customers, JEA has suspended disconnections for non-payment until further notice. However, please know that while services will not be…

Dollar General dedicates first hour of business to elderly customers

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Dollar General is dedicating the first hour of its daily store operations to senior citizens in response to the new coronavirus. The Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based discount retailer says starting Tuesday, it is strongly encouraging younger customers to…

COVID-19 continues to threaten blood supply

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Recently, with the COVID-19 pandemic, blood drives have been cancelled. A local blood service is issuing an emergency need for blood. Officials with Lifeline Blood Services says 11 blood drives were…

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