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111 COVID-19 cases in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 111 cases of COVID-19 in Madison County. The two most recent confirmed positives are a 57-year-old woman and a 43-year-old man. Those patients are not currently hospitalized. Nine of…

Mayors appoint pastors council to lead church reopening

JACKSON, Tenn.— City of Jackson Mayor Scott Conger and Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris have appointed a group of local pastors who will meet to develop guidelines for the reopening of church facilities. “I’d like for them to lead the…

High school students see change in college admissions

JACKSON, Tenn. -- After transitioning to remote or virtual learning this past month, high school seniors have had to make huge adjustments in their last year of secondary school. Final grades are being tabulated. Colleges have also had to be…

Drive-by birthday party led by JPD

JACKSON, Tenn. -- "I'm four!" said 4-year-old Makhyria Robertson. Robertson turned 4-years-old on Tuesday, and celebrated her birthday at home with no problem at all. This lucky young lady had a line…

Cars line up for a new restaurant in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Restaurants will slowly reopening in the upcoming weeks as restrictions are lifting, but a new one has opened its doors in the Hub City on Tuesday. Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers…

No injuries in Crockett Co. house fire

CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- One house is a total loss after a fire Tuesday evening. Firefighters with the Maury City Fire Department and Alamo Fire Department were at the 100 block of Chester Street in Maury City. Firefighters say the…

Tennessee sees drop in child abuse reports

JACKSON, Tenn. -- April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. A local non-profit is still working to spread awareness to make sure children are safe while at home. "It's really, really, really…

Inmates step up to create PPE for first responders

HENNING, Tenn. -- Tennessee inmates are stepping up to help combat a pandemic. A news release from the Tennessee Department of Correction says inmates at the West Tennessee State Penitentiary are creating and donating personal protective equipment. Those in the…

Local high school to hold graduation ceremony

UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Graduation at Union City High School will be held as originally scheduled. A news release from Union City Schools says the ceremony for the class of 2020 will still be held on Saturday, May 16 at…

Local leaders discuss reopening the economy

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee's decision to slowly let the economy reopen was met with plenty of praise by local leaders. "I am very pleased that the governor has made the announcement…

109 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed seven additional cases of COVID-19, bringing the total to 109. The latest cases include: 61-year-old male (not hospitalized) 74-year-old male (not hospitalized) 32-year-old male (not hospitalized) 36-year-old female (not…

Musician to hold virtual Alzheimer’s benefit concert

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A virtual concert will be held to help raise funds for the Alzheimer's Foundation of America. Nashville's Michelle Canning will hold the concert live through Facebook on Friday, according to a news release from the Alzheimer's Foundation.…

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