Salvation Army to deliver food and supplies
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…
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Chester County students receive grab and go meals
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 Police Department changes protocol due to COVID-19
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…
Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corp. closes lobbies
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.…
Hardin Medical Center prepares for COVID-19
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 confirms COVID-19 case
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-Madison Co. Library launching new streaming service
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…
West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation establishes COVID-19 response fund
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday, The Foundation announced the establishment of its COVID-19 Response Fund to assist citizens of Madison County. This fund is designed to provide a quick response to organizations working with Madison County residents who have been impacted…
Jackson Mayor Scott Conger: All bars and nightclubs closed immediately
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In response to the coronavirus pandemic, Jackson Mayor Scott Conger is amending his original declaration of the State of Emergency. Thursday afternoon, Mayor Conger says all city venues…
West Tennessee Healthcare restricting visitors at facilities
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee Healthcare system has announced restrictions to visitor access to inpatient facilities due to the COVID-19, or coronavirus, outbreak. In an attempt to prevent the spread of illness, visitors are now prohibited at all inpatient…
Gibson County Courthouse to close due to COVID-19
TRENTON, Tenn. -- Gibson County Mayor Tom Witherspoon confirmed Thursday that the Gibson County Courthouse will be closed to the public until further notice. Those who need vehicle registration renewals may do those by calling in, mail-in or by visiting…
Toyota Manufacturing Tennessee suspending production until April 3
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Toyota Manufacturing, Tennessee confirmed Thursday that they plan to extend their production suspension through April 3. In a statement, the company says the North American facilities will close from March 23 through April 3. Production is currently…
154 cases of COVID-19 reported in Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 154 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Wednesday. The report shows the following numbers: Campbell County – 1 Cheatham County – 1 Cumberland County- 1 Davidson County – 75 Dyer…
2 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Dyer County
DYER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Two cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Dyer County, according to Mayor Chris Young. Mayor Young says one of those cases has already been cleared. The second individual is currently in isolation. The active case…
JEA reminds residents not to flush wipes, paper towels
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Energy Authority officials are reminding customers that wipes and paper towels can not be flushed. In a news release, officials say those products, while designed to clean, are not designed to break down quickly like toilet…
