Local leaders provide update on economic recovery plan
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Phase one of the economic recovery plan is right around the corner, but leaders are still making changes to it. "We'll be adjusting our plan to coincide with the…
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Madison County commissioner creates music video with family
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Madison County commissioner and his family created a fun viral video during their time in quarantine. Madison County Commissioner Jeff Wall and his family made the best of…
City of Jackson, Madison County issue safer-at-home order starting Monday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson and Madison County have each issued executive orders confirming the shelter-at-home order will be lifted this weekend, and a safer-at-home order will take its place. The order will begin at 12:01 a.m. Monday,…
City of Jackson announces 16-week furlough for over 190 employees
JACKSON, Tenn. — The City of Jackson announced they will furlough more than 190 employees for 16 weeks to address budget deficits. "Today we notified some of our employees that they will be placed on a 16-week furlough effective Saturday,…
8,726 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 808 hospitalizations, 4,370 recovered
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 8,726 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Friday, April 24. In addition, 808 are hospitalized. Another 4,370 have recovered. The Tennessee Department of Health says a data error added two…
Gene Record Park reopens in Henderson
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Gene Record Park has opened its gates, and people are taking advantage. "Right now the community needs to get outside. And, I think that's the biggest thing is…
Paris celebrates fish fry tradition with virtual parade
PARIS, Tenn. -- The coronavirus pandemic may have cancelled the World's Biggest Fish Fry, but residents celebrated the tradition in a new way. The Paris-Henry County Chamber of Commerce announced the Fish Fry Photo Parade, a virtual contest and celebration…
133 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Officials have confirmed four additional cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total to 133. The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department confirmed one of the cases was tested Sunday, April 19 at the Jackson Fairgrounds. The…
Gov. Lee reveals plans to get Tennessee economy back on track
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Governor Bill Lee's held a news conference Thursday afternoon in which he revealed his plans on how the state of Tennessee will be moving forward amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Governor Lee says restaurants and retail stores will be the…
Local nonprofit organizations make changes due to COVID-19
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "We just cannot afford for anybody to get sick," said Susan Smith. Smith is the director of client services for the Dream Center in Jackson. The Dream Center is…
Realtors discuss pandemic impacts on local housing market
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the COVID-19 pandemic impacting our lives, you may wonder, is it safe to buy a new house? "Things have slowed down a little bit, for obvious reasons, people…
JPD: One in custody in connection with shooting on Hwy. 45 Bypass
JACKSON, Tenn.--Jackson police say they now have a person in custody in connection with a drive-by shooting in the Hub City. The shooting happened Wednesday afternoon on the Highway 45 Bypass, near Channing Way. Police say the suspect shot into…
Jackson businesses share plans to reopen
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The coronavirus has had an impact not just on the community itself but for businesses as well. Businesses are preparing to open back up and will have safety requirements…
City budget committee talks economic impact of coronavirus
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson budget committee met Thursday to discuss the impact of the coronavirus and what they could be facing financially. "In general fund revenues, we could be looking…
Benton County confirms first death related to COVID-19
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Benton County has confirmed the first death related to COVID-19 in the county. Officials confirmed the death in a statement Thursday afternoon. The statement says officials were not notified of information about the patient due to…
