Elective surgeries cancelled as coronavirus spreads
NEW YORK, N.Y. (CBS Newspath) -- One serious side effect of the coronavirus pandemic is that thousands of Americans who had surgeries scheduled are now being told they may need to wait weeks or…
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3,802 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 65 deaths, 352 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 3,802 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Monday, April 6. In addition, 65 people have died, and 352 are hospitalized. Another 356 have recovered. The report shows the following numbers:…
Local therapist gives mental health tips during COVID-19 crisis
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Laura Freeman, a therapist at the Pratt Clinic, says there are a few things you can do to keep your mental health in check during the coronavirus pandemic. "I…
Officials find trend in positive cases, explain glove efficiency
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The number of positive COVID-19 patients in Madison County is continuing to go up. "Of the 41 patients that we have, five of those patients are hospitalized, two of those…
Memphis man charged with violating coronavirus order
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee man has been charged with violating the governor's stay-at home coronavirus order after a confrontation with officers at a birthday party. Memphis police say Jeremial Lee also was charged Saturday with disorderly conduct, marijuana…
Gov. Lee announces $10 million to support hospitals
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee announced Monday that Tennessee will allocate $10 million to support small and rural hospitals during the COVID-19 outbreak. In a news release, Lee said the money will come from Small and Rural Hospital Readiness…
41 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed 41 cases of COVID-19 in Madison County as of Monday morning. The health department confirmed a 54-year-old man, a 27-year-old man, and a 62-year-old woman. The patients are…
Jacksonians prepare for Shelter at Home order
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Sunday afternoon, Jacksonians packed out a local grocery store to prepare for the shelter at home order put in place by both city and county mayors. Jalecia Hudson said she's grabbing…
COVID-19 creates worries for farmers
MADISON, CO., Tenn. -- "It's been pretty much wet here in Madison County since December," farmer Johnny Verell said. It was a much needed dry and sunny day to start the month of…
Church celebrates Palm Sunday while social distancing
SCOTT S HILL, Tenn. -- With Easter just around the corner, churches across the country are celebrating Palm Sunday. People gathered at the Cornerstone Church in Scotts Hill for a drive-in church service. Drive-in…
Garage concert held in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local man held a musical performance. Johnie Williams held a garage concert at his home for all his neighbors to watch and listen. Williams sang a variety of songs of different genres. Neighbors enjoyed the concert…
38 cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed there are now 38 cases of COVID-19 in in the county. The health department says the newest patients include: 43-year-old male 49-year-old male 65-year-old female 46-year-old female 39-year-old male 42-year-old…
JMCSS updates locations for meal pickup
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System has added two locations for drive-thru pickup. A news release from JMCSS now shows the following locations: Arlington Denmark Isaac Lane Northeast Middle North Parkway Middle South Elementary Thelma Barker West Bemis…
3,633 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 44 deaths, 328 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 3,633 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Sunday, April 5. In addition, 44 people have died, 328 are hospitalized. Another 295 have recovered. The report shows the following numbers: Anderson…
1 case of COVID-19 confirmed in Henderson Co.
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Henderson County Mayor Eddie Bray says the Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a case of COVID-19 in the county. The mayor says the health department is working with the patient, who is being quarantined at this time.…
