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Tennessee Governor Bill Lee holds a live media briefing starting at 3 p.m. Central on Wednesday, July 8.
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55,986 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 685 deaths, 3,023 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 55,986 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Wednesday, July 8. In addition, 685 people have died and 3,023 have been hospitalized. Another 32,736 have recovered. The Tennessee Department of Health…
Local RV, motorcycle sales surge as citizens seek outdoor recreation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's certainly a strange summer, and trying to plan a vacation can be difficult. So what are people doing instead? It looks like they're getting outside. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News…
Jackson-Madison County Library to reopen curbside service July 13
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library has announced they will reopen both branches of the library for curbside service on Monday, July 13. Curbside service will restart following a two-week closure of the library due to staff members testing…
United Way, Jackson Chamber host outdoor film series
JACKSON, Tenn. -- United Way of West TN and The Jackson Chamber have joined to present the "Be The Change Film Series". According to a Facebook event page, outdoor film screenings will be hosted each Saturday evening from July 11…
Snake attacks driver traveling along highway
QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA (CBS Newspath) -- When a police officer in Australia stopped a driver for speeding on June 15, he didn't expect to hear this. "You found a snake in your car?" the officer…
26 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison County; 402 total
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 26 additional cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, bringing the total number of positive patients to 402 since the pandemic began. Health department director Kim Tedford said 137 of those…
What local law enforcement is saying about use of force, training policies
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Governor Bill Lee recently recommended law enforcement agencies across the state update their policies on use of force and training. Chief Bobby Sellers of the Milan Police Department…
Henderson Co. Courthouse to close for cleaning
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. - "We just wanted to take some precaution to keep the health and safety of our county employees and customers," said Henderson County Mayor Eddie Bray. Mayor Bray…
Tennessee Highway Patrol competes for Best-Looking Cruiser Award
NASHVILLE -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol is competing to win the "2020 Best-Looking Cruiser Award", and they need your vote to win. The contest, sponsored by the American Association of State Troopers, is open to state highway patrols and state…
Johnny Dodd speaks about violence, overdoses in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson City Councilman Johnny Dodd says recent news about drug overdoses in the community is discouraging. "We had two young men that were family members. They died within a…
Authorities continue investigation of attacked firefighters
DOWNTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson's police and fire department chiefs held a press conference Tuesday, showing support for the firefighter injured in a firework attack Sunday morning in east Jackson. "Shame on…
53,514 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 665 deaths, 2,950 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 53,514 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Tuesday, July 7. In addition, 665 people have died and 2,950 have been hospitalized. Another 31,827 have recovered. The Tennessee Department of Health…
Jackson City Council holds first meeting of the 20-21 Fiscal Year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Compared to the last couple of meetings, Tuesday's Jackson City Council meeting was quick and painless. It started with an ordinance to amend the current animal control ordinance…
Henderson County Mayor exposed to COVID-19, courthouse closes
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- In a statement made via the Henderson County, TN Government Facebook page, Henderson County Mayor Eddie Bray confirms he has been directly exposed to COVID-19. While Mayor Bray received a negative result from a COVID-19 rapid test…
