GIBSON CO., Tenn. -- Mayor Thomas Witherspoon confirmed in a news release Friday the first confirmed case of coronavirus in Gibson County. Officials are coordinating with the Tennessee Department of Health and the local healthcare community to ensure resident's safety.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Transit Authority has announced its transfer center on East Main Street will close for two weeks, starting Friday night. The closure will be in effect starting at 9:30 p.m. Friday, March 20, according to a…
DYER COUNTY, Tenn.-- Multiple counties in rural West Tennessee confirmed cases of Coronavirus. "Our government is doing everything they can, and it's going to be up to the people because we're all…
JACKSON, Tenn.--The Jackson Transit Authority says their buses are continuing to run as normal even with the threat of Covid-19. JTA officials are asking bus riders to sit outside under the covered awning at the transfer center instead of inside…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn.-- With the threat of the Coronavirus, some area stores are adjusting their hours to allow seniors and those who are at-risk due to health concerns the ability to…
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- Mayor Joseph G. Butler announced in a news release Thursday the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Carroll County. The patient has a mild course of illness and is currently recovering in quarantine. Officials are coordinating with…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Many people are concerned about losing their jobs or being laid-off due to the coronavirus pandemic. As more cases of COVID-19 are reported across the state, many businesses are temporarily closing,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Empire Theaters announced Thursday they will close until further notice. The decision was made out of an abundance of caution and safety for customers and employees. If you have purchased any advanced movie tickets, please email Empire…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Good news is coming to local communities: The Salvation Army is delivering food. "We're here to spread some hope and positivity into the world," said Dillon Johnson, Salvation Army…
CHESTER CO., Tenn. -- Schools systems across West Tennessee are making sure their students don't go hungry. Usually cars pulling up to Chester County High School would be dropping off students,…
MARTIN, Tenn . -- The Martin Police Department has modified their protocols on how officers will respond to reports. According to a news release, officers will begin to prioritize calls for service. The release says officers will begin to take…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation announced Thursday that the lobbies of their facilities will begin closing next week. In a news release, the group says the lobbies at all five STEMC offices will close Monday, March 23.…
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- Hardin Medical Center announced Thursday that the facility will be preparing for COVID-19. In a statement posted on the medical center's Facebook page, the facility has opted to use large tents or mobile structures adjacent to the…
FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Fayette County resident tested positive for coronavirus, according to a statement Thursday from county mayor Rhea Taylor. The statement says the patient has a mild course of illness and is recovering, but the individual is…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library confirmed Thursday that they have launched a new digital media streaming service. In a news release, the library says the new service, called "hoopla," will offer more resources to the community to enjoy…
