RIFA receives $2,000 donation from local business
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the Regional Inter-Faith Association has found ways to keep giving back to those who need it most. "Because our soup kitchen has been closed due to…
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Community, National Guard show support for healthcare workers
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Healthcare workers at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital witnessed a once in a lifetime sight during their shift on Tuesday. "It's just a way for us to show our appreciation towards…
Refusal to work could put unemployment benefits at risk
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As the state slowly reopens, many people are going back to work. However, some workers don't feel comfortable going back just yet. According to the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce…
Gyms see slow return of members
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Gyms in the Hub City started reopening last week, but the recovery is slow. The Lift Wellness Center in midtown Jackson reopened last week, with certain restrictions. Since then, gym leadership…
Jackson State holds second day of virtual forums
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College continued its virtual forums with its second candidate for school president. Tuesday's forum was Dr. Paige M. Niehaus, the provost for strategic initiatives at Wayne…
Whiteville police investigating deaths of two men
WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- Whiteville police have confirmed they are investigating after two men were found dead inside a home Tuesday afternoon. Police say officers responded to a home in the 300 block of Jackson Street around 2:45 p.m. Tuesday. Police…
Dyersburg native appointed as Chief Operating Officer
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has announced a new Chief Operating Officer. A news release from the governor's office says Dyersburg native Brandon O. Gibson will take on the role, replacing Butch Eley. Gibson was serving as Senior…
Hardeman County virus spike linked to correctional facility
HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Hardeman County saw a large spike in COVID-19 cases after Tennessee ordered coronavirus testing at all prisons. As of Monday, 149 individuals at the Hardeman County Correctional Facility…
16,111 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 264 deaths, 1,363 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 16,111 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Tuesday, May 12. In addition, 264 people have died and 1,363 are hospitalized. Another 8,336 have recovered. The report shows the following case…
Drive-in theater reopens with new safety guidelines
CAMDEN, Tenn. -- Birdsong Drive-in has reopened to the public after closing due to COVID-19. While traditional movie theaters remain closed, drive-ins can offer a social distance-friendly solution for those seeking activities outside their home. The theater is following new…
Fast Pace issues over 2,000 COVID-19 antibody tests
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For almost two weeks, Fast Pace Health Urgent Care has been offering COVID-19 antibody tests here in West Tennessee. "Down the road, as we continue to study COVID-19, that…
Tennessee Dept. of Correction releases number of inmates, employees with COVID-19
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Correction has released statistics on testing employees and inmates statewide for COVID-19. The Tennessee Department of Correction says a total of 15,594 inmates have been tested in prison facilities statewide. Of those inmates,…
163 cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed positive COVID-19 results for four new patients, bringing the total to 163 in Madison County, according to a news release. The new cases are a 24-year-old man, a 56-year-old…
Recreation center faces closure due to pandemic
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A building in Beech Bluff has withstood the test of time. "It was given to the Recreational Department to use a recreation center," said John Arnold with…
Local business uses resources to create PPE masks
JACKSON, Tenn. -- TheCo is helping decrease the high demand for PPE masks, using their very own resources. The process begins with filament and then it is fed into a 3D printer.…
