MyRide West Tennessee seeks volunteers in Hardin County
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- MyRide West Tennessee is wanting you to crank up the engine and start driving in Hardin County. "We're already in Henderson County and Madison County. Our third…
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Rose Hill students return with in-person staggered schedules
JACKSON, Tenn. -- At Rose Hill School, students are beginning their staggered schedule. "Monday, Wednesday is A through H. Tuesday and Thursday is I through Z. Friday is a virtual learning…
Loaded guns found in carry-on bags at Tennessee airports
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The Transportation Security Administration says loaded guns were found at security checkpoints at every major Tennessee airport during a seven-day period. From Sept. 13 through Sept. 20, the TSA says eight guns were found in carry-on…
Slim Chickens announces Jackson location
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson could soon be home to a new chicken restaurant. Slim Chickens, a dine-in and drive-thru restaurant, announced Tuesday that they plan to open 10 locations across the state, including one in Jackson. According to a news…
Health department confirms 2 new COVID-19 deaths, 20 new cases
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed two additional deaths due to complications of COVID-19, bringing the total number of deaths in Madison County to 58. The health department says a 92-year-old woman died Aug. 31…
Jackson church hosts former NFL player, tackles racial issues
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "We want to understand and understanding is not going to come until you have dialogue," Sparks said. Fellowship Bible Church hosted the GreatMan fall event Monday evening. College…
UTM discusses diversity plan, initiatives on campus
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A university discussed new plans to make the campus a more inclusive learning space. One of the major conversations in Friday's UT Martin advisory board meeting was…
In-person classes return at Jackson-Madison County schools
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It was one week ago that the Jackson-Madison County School System announced the return of in-person classes, after students had to switch to distance learning back in…
Health department begins offering flu shots, officials hope for mild season
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department began offering flu shots Monday. "It reduces your risk of flu-related complications," said Mallory Cooke, the health department's public information officer. "Every…
Trenton residents smash Alzheimer's by demolishing car
TRENTON, Tenn. -- Monday, Trenton residents showed up to "smash Alzheimer's" by demolishing a car. The car has several quotes on it that describe what people experience while being surrounded by a…
Madison Co. Commission highlights sheriff's office budget issues, buyout program
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The September Madison County Commission was jam packed with votes during the marathon meeting, which lasted from 8:30 a.m. until past noon. Madison County Finance Director Karen Bell…
184,409 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 2,233 deaths, 693 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 184,409 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Monday, September 21. In addition, 2,233 people have died and 693 are currently hospitalized. Another 166,674 have either recovered or are inactive. The…
Police seek ID in south Jackson Walmart shoplifting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying two shoplifting suspects. On September 11, JPD responded to a shoplifting report at Walmart in south Jackson. Walmart reported two individuals acquired an undetermined amount of…
Fire, health departments release new smartphone app
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department and the Madison County Fire Department have released a new app, available for download on your smartphone. The free app will allow both departments to connect with Madison County residents and…
28 cases of COVID-19 confirmed; 2,888 total cases in Madison Co.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 28 additional cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases to 2,888. Those cases include 12 men and 16 women, ranging in age from 6-months-old to 75-years-old. There…
