JMCSS board meeting discusses future projects
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board held a brief meeting for June. "We've had some rain, but I don't think we're off schedule, and we're working towards getting those schools…
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Person rescued from platform on grain bin
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A person fell on a platform on a grain bin in Gibson County, prompting a rescue. This person fell 40 inches, or about three feet, and landed on a platform…
Medina to hold fireworks celebration
MEDINA, Tenn. -- The City of Medina announced it will be holding its annual fireworks display on July 3. The fireworks show will start at dusk at the Medina Community Park, according to the city of Medina. The city says…
Ballpark at Jackson reopens for tournaments with new safety measures
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Ballpark at Jackson reopened Thursday, bringing out West Tennesseans to enjoy the first baseball games of summer. The first game started at 10 a.m. Thursday. "We have paired up…
West Tennessean wins car through lottery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One West Tennessee resident received his prize on Thursday. Mr. Patel and his family went to Golden Circle Ford to collect their 2020 Ford Explorer XLT. The Patels won it through…
Jackson police seek ID in Casey Jones Motel shooting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is seeking the public's help in an investigation into a fatal shooting. In a news release, Jackson police say they are seeking a person of interest in the fatal shooting of 35-year-old…
28,340 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 441 deaths, 2,011 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 28,340 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Thursday, June 11. In addition, 441 people have died and 2,011 have been hospitalized. Another 18,922 have recovered. The report shows the following…
Barber shop owner discusses reopening during COVID-19
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A prayer circle, led by Pastor Clarence Currie of New Day Ministries, went to O's Barber Shop and Beauty Salon to pray for the business owners of Jackson. "It motivates…
Deal seekers shop 17th Annual Highway 70 Yard Sale
JACKSON, Tenn. -- On the side of Highway 70, you're going to find a tradition even a pandemic can't stop. It's the 17th Annual Highway 70 Yard Sale. "I have to make…
Playful deer befriends dog in backyard
PITTSBURGH, Penn. (CBS Newspath) -- This dog and deer in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania have become the best of friends. Lisa Pacolay recorded this video June 4 of her dog frolicking with a deer. The deer…
The Ned to host free 'Art on the Go' exhibit
JACKSON, Tenn. -- West TN Artisan Trail, The NED and Jackson Arts Council have joined to present the first "Art on the Go" event. Artists, art enthusiasts and art supporters are invited to drive or walk by the art exhibit…
No new cases of COVID-19 confirmed; 185 cases in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- No new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Madison County on Thursday. The number of confirmed positive cases remains at 185, according to the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department. The health department says three Madison County…
Protesters continue demonstrations in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Justice for George Floyd is what protesters continue to fight for following his death by a Minneapolis police officer on May 25. Wednesday, dozens of protesters gathered in front…
Gibson police seek driver, passengers following wreck
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson Police Department is asking for your help in locating the owners of a vehicle. The Gibson police chief says the driver and passengers of a black 2006 Trailblazer fled the scene after a wreck…
Amerigroup donates computers across Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An organization is helping students across Tennessee stay active in their online learning amid COVID-19. "It's a very big priority for us to address factors that we know end up…
