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…
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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…
National Crime Victims' Rights Week recognized across West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. - It's National Crime Victims' Rights Week, meant to raise awareness about the struggles that crime victims face. The coronavirus has canceled most of the events set for this week, but…
129 cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed three additional cases of COVID-19, bringing the total to 129 cases in Madison County. The newest patients are a 28-year-old woman, a 64-year-old man, and a 24-year-old man, according…
Henderson woman wins singing competition in quarantine
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A Henderson woman lost both her jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but one small decision has changed her life for the better. Kimberly Newsom lost her serving position at…
Pastors hold prayer circle in honor of teachers, administrators, students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A prayer and a song for teachers, administrators and students across West Tennessee was held Thursday. This week the prayer group prayed in front of the Jackson-Madison County Board of Education. They thanked teachers and administrators for…
8,266 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 170 deaths, 793 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 8,266 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Thursday, April 23. In addition, 170 people have died, and 793 are hospitalized. Another 4,193 have recovered. The report shows the following numbers:…
