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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…

Hardin Co. man arrested, charged with aggravated arson

COUNCE, Tenn. -- Special Agent Fire Investigators from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation have arrested and charged a Hardin County man in connection with a fire at a residence in Counce, in which two individuals were inside, according to a…

Man killed in Madison County crash

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A man was killed Wednesday night in a crash in west Madison County, according to the Madison County Sheriff's Office. Madison County Sheriff's Office spokesman Tom Mapes confirmed a 75-year-old man was killed after being hit…

Major retailers announce changes to stores

As the COVID-19, or coronavirus, pandemic continues to spread and more cases are being reported, several major retailers across the country have made revisions to the way their store will operate. On Wednesday, Walmart announced adjustments to their operations, including…

Henderson County offers school meal pickup plan

HENDERSON CO., Tenn. -- Beginning Monday, March 23, Henderson County schools will be providing a week's worth of breakfast and lunch to all children ages 18 and under. This free service will continue each Monday as long as schools remain…

TBI investigating Dyer County officer-involved shooting

DYER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting. In a news release, the TBI says deputies with the Dyer County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a man threatening someone with a gun…

Tips for parents explaining COVID-19 to kids

JACKSON, Tenn.--"It's been confusing for them for sure," said mother of three, Jamie Miller. The coronavirus is causing state officials to keep kids out of school. On top of that, the rainy weather has kept children indoors. Jaime Miller says…

Local artists' job impacted by COVID-19

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Joe "The Kernal" Garner is used to being on the road. He's been a professional musician for at least 10 years and has been living in Jackson for at least 15 years. "For the moment, everything, I…

How local artists are being impacted by COVID-19

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some industries being affected during this Coronavirus pandemic are bars and other entertainment services, and many of them are temporarily closing their doors. But, it's especially hard on the…

Lifeline holds emergency blood drive

JACKSON, Tenn.--Lifeline Blood Services held their emergency blood drive, Wednesday. It kicked off at the Kroger on West University Parkway in north Jackson. Eleven blood drives were cancelled this week, which creates a dangerous situation for patients. Leaders with Lifeline…

Multiplying Good: Jennifer Burns

Jennifer and Bernie Burns' daughter, Ashley, had heart surgery twice. She was just 16-years-old for her first surgery. "She's had heart surgery at Le Bonhuer twice. They saved her life basically twice," said…

JMCSS provides nutrition plan during COVID-19 closure

JACKSON, Tenn. -- As part of a COVID-19 emergency plan to address the closure of schools, the District’s school nutrition program will provide breakfast and lunch meals for all JMCSS students and children 18 years and under. The child must…

15 Madison County residents tested for COVID-19, no positives

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department confirmed Wednesday that 15 residents in Madison County have been approved for testing of coronavirus, known as COVID-19. In a news release, the health department says 10 of those have tested…

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