Gary's Goodbye: WBBJ crew holds luau-themed sendoff
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The longest on-air personality at WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News worked his last day Friday. Weather forecaster Gary Pickens was on air for the last 29 years, predicting and talking…
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Carroll Co. Humane Society to host fundraiser with Maggie Moo's ice cream
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- Calling all animal lovers! One local shelter is preparing for a weekend of fundraisers to help furry friends find their homes. A Maggie Moo's truck will sell ice…
Jackson Fire Dept. gets new mascot, 'Sparky,' thanks to grant
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new mascot is on the way for the Jackson Fire Department thanks to a fire prevention grant. The department received a $2,700 grant from FM Global Insurance. The money…
International Rockabilly Hall of Fame hosts historical tour of downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The International Rockabilly Hall of Fame holds its first historical guided tour of downtown Jackson. The tour takes us on a journey featuring music history such as Carl…
Gary's Goodbye: His final on-air farewell, in his own words
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hear longtime WBBJ forecaster Gary Pickens in his own words as he addresses viewers one last time.
Man charged in Jackson package store robbery appears in court
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The man accused of robbing a package store in east Jackson faced a judge Friday. DeCarlos Taylor appeared in Jackson City Court on Friday facing multiple counts.…
Traveling Vietnam Veteran wall visits Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn -- For over 20 years, a group of Tennessee veterans has traveled the Volunteer State honoring their fallen brothers. "We've been from Memphis to Johnson City with this thing," veteran…
Gary's Goodbye: Co-workers reflect on good times with Gary
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Friday is Gary Pickens' last day at WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News. We sat down with some of his colleagues to talk about their time working with…
Police ID victim in deadly north Jackson shooting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police have identified the victim in a deadly Thursday morning shooting in north Jackson. Michael Jerod Harris, 21, of Jackson was killed in the shooting in the…
Police investigate possible homicide in Union City
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Police are investigating a possible homicide after a man is found dead from what appears to be blunt-force trauma at a Union City apartment. James M. Elkins, 49, was found dead Thursday afternoon in his apartment…
Local church honors hometown heroes at service
JACKSON, Tenn. --A local church will honor heroes at a weekend service. Sunday, July 16, Gospel Light Baptist Church in Jackson will host a Hometown Hero Service. That'll start at 11:00 a.m. Members say they want to recognize men and…
Martin Parks and Rec. to host day of water activities
MARTIN, Tenn. --Grab your swimsuit for a day of fun in a local park. Saturday, July 15, Martin Parks and Recreation will offer a free "Wacky Water Day." That'll run from from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Festival Park…
City of Whiteville to host 2nd Annual Community Day
WHITEVILLE, Tenn. --Get outside for free food, games, and fun this weekend. Saturday, July 15, the City of Whiteville will host its 2nd Annual Community Day. That'll run from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Whiteville City Park. At the…
JMCSS Superintendent Eric Jones' first board meeting
JACKSON, Tenn -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board met Thursday evening and welcomed Superintendent Eric Jones to his first official meeting. Board members conducted a re-vote on whether to…
Tennessee Vietnam Veterans Wall visits Jackson, Friday and Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn.-The Chattanooga Chapter of Vietnam Veterans of America is setting up a wall to honor the veterans. The wall is called the Tennessee Vietnam Veterans Wall and will be on display…
