Black History Month: Mark Cancia
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Each week in February, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News is celebrating Black History Month by telling the story of West Tennesseans, and it is sponsored by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Mark Cancia…
Madison County
Kim Tedford named 2022 Woman of the Year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rotary Club nominated a new Woman of the Year. "I just feel so honored and so undeserving just for doing my job, but so thankful and overwhelmed," said…
Law enforcement seize nearly 67lbs of marijuana in Madison Co. traffic stop
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local sheriff's department seized numerous pounds of marijuana on Wednesday. Madison County Sheriff John Mehr says this case started early this morning and the way everything unfolded is something that doesn't happen often. A Madison…
Wild turkey 'Steve' gains attention in Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The month of November is widely known for Thanksgiving, but in that same month employees at Exit 87 BBQ came in contact with a turkey that wasn't on the dinner…
American Legion Post 12 donates $5k to local veteran organizations
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is giving back to veterans in the community. The American Legion Post 12 gave out several checks to different organizations that give aid and support to veterans. Post…
Jackson winners announced for TN Songwriters Qualifying Round
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Winners have been announced for the Tennessee Songwriters Qualifying Round, which took place at the Tennessee Legends of Music Museum at The Carnegie. On Saturday, February 12, local songwriters…
Exotic Pet Expo returns to Jackson this weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Exotic Pet Expo is coming back to Jackson. This weekend, you can join fellow animal-lovers at the Jackson Fairgrounds where many sellers will be offering exotic animals, toys, pet…
City to host meeting on southern bypass in March
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is asking for your participation in a special project. The city and the Tennessee Department of Transportation are holding a public meeting to present…
Future of Pope School project discussed at Madison Co. budget meeting
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Budget Committee met to discuss some important topics Tuesday morning, one being the Pope School project. "[Trying to determine] how much money we're actually going…
Old Country Store to offer free ice cream for limited time Tuesday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A free treat is awaiting visitors of The Old Country Store for a limited time. The restaurant is unveiling a new look for their ice cream shoppe, and the community is invited to celebrate. From 3 p.m.…
