Benton County residents enjoy annual fair
CAMDEN, Tenn. -- It was all bright lights and big talent at the Benton County Fair on Wednesday. "We wanted to give the community something to look forward to, to get…
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Local paramedics create emergency locator device
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After a life-hanging experience, Jonathan Harris and Danny Cupples are on a mission to help first responders one 911 call at a time. Jackson native Cupples, a paramedic…
THP releases new information on weekend crash
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol has released new information on Saturday's Beech Bluff Road crash. The report says two people were injured in a one-vehicle crash on Beech Bluff Road. According to a crash report, two people…
UT Gardens in Jackson holds Fall Plant Sale
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It was a sunny day in Jackson, and what better way to enjoy it than to shop for flowers! The University of Tennessee Gardens in Jackson held its annual Fall Plant…
Union City man sentenced on meth related charges
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Union City man has been sentenced to federal prison on methamphetamine related charges. A news release from the District Attorney's Office says 37-year-old Ryan Decker was sentenced for conspiracy to distribute meth on Wednesday. The Weakley…
Free COVID-19 testing held in east Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- COVID-19 is still making an impact on the community. A local college thinks your knowledge of your own tested status could potentially change that. Ministry Alliance, a non-profit organization…
Library holds grand re-opening of Rotary Park
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library held a grand re-opening ceremony of Rotary Park Wednesday. The Library Foundation initiated the design and construction of the park after the 2003 tornado that…
JPD provides update on Delta Faucet active shooter report
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department has provided an update on the active shooter report from Tuesday. Just before 3 p.m., officers with Jackson police were sent to Delta Faucet for an active shooter report, according to a news release.…
Officials encouraged after ending mandate, discuss virus spread in schools
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Last week, Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department director Kim Tedford announced the health department and county leaders were going to leave it up to businesses to decide if…
196,139 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 2,454 deaths, 806 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 196,139 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Wednesday, September 30. In addition, 2,454 people have died and 806 are currently hospitalized. Another 179,332 have either recovered or are inactive. The…
TWRA changes hunting regulations, works to contain chronic wasting disease
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Many have already planned their first deer hunt of the season -- a time to get out the house, away from others, and take part in a yearly…
Mobile Farmers' Market provides easier access to fresh produce
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A mobile farmers' market is coming to Jackson to provide seniors with easier access to fresh produce. West Tennessee Farmers' Market has partnered with Jackson Housing Authority to make this possible. "The Mobile Farmers' Market is a…
Jackson, Madison County fire departments to host free smoke alarm drive
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association to provide free smoke alarms and other materials for the Fire Prevention Week campaign. With cooking being a lead cause of home…
35 new cases of COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison Co.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 35 new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of cases to 3,112. Those cases include 13 men and 22 women, ranging in age from 6-years-old…
President Trump, Former VP Biden meet for first presidential debate
CLEVELAND (AP) -- The first debate between President Donald Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden erupted in contentious exchanges Tuesday night over the coronavirus pandemic, job losses and how the Supreme Court will shape the future of the nation’s health…
