228 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Tennessee
NASHVILLE -- The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 228 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Friday. TDH made the announcement via Twitter/Facebook. For more information on COVID-19, go…
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Memphis in May postponed for public safety
MEMPHIS -- The Beale Street Music Festival and the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest in Memphis, Tennessee, have been postponed because of the new coronavirus outbreak. Memphis in May officials said in a statement Thursday that the two cornerstones of…
TWRA announces limits to in-person service at offices
NASHVILLE -- In response to COVID-19 and in order to comply with social distancing recommendations from the CDC and Governor Lee, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is shortening in-person service at all TWRA offices. Until further notice office hours will…
Health Department launches COVID-19 hotline
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has launched a Jackson-Madison County COVID-19 Public Information Line effective at 10:30 a.m. Friday. The hotline number is (731) 240-1771 and will be available from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday…
Carroll Co. residents react to coronavirus case
CARROLL CO., Tenn. -- One of the first confirmed cases of COVID-19 in rural West Tennessee was announced in Carroll County on Thursday. "It's a little scary," resident Suzanne Dillingham said. "The simple fact that we don't know who it…
Police equipment among items found in Trenton drug bust
TRENTON, Tenn. -- Dozens of guns, police equipment and drugs were found during a search of a Trenton home Wednesday night. The 28th Judicial District Violent Crimes and Drug Task Force confirmed 36 weapons, handcuffs, a bulletproof vest, police equipment,…
JACOA approves COVID-19 leave policy for employees
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Area Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency Board of Directors recently approved adding a COVID-19 leave policy. This would allow for any JACOA employee, part-time or full-time, that has either been diagnosed with COVID-19 or…
Gibson County COVID-19 case confirmed
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.…
JTA Transfer Center to close for two weeks
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…
COVID-19 appears in rural West Tennessee
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…
JTA continue to run 'on schedule' despite COVID-19 concerns
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…
Local deputies step up, lend shoppers a hand during Coronavirus threat
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…
Coronavirus case confirmed in Carroll County
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…
Unemployment options amid coronavirus pandemic
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,…
Empire Theaters announce temporary closure
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…
