New soulfood restaurant opens in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Get ready for food that will comfort your soul. Ruby's Soulfood Restaurant is now officially open in the Hub City! The restaurant serves soul food cuisine like fried chicken,…
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City of Jackson develops strategy for planning upcoming budget
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A budget calendar for 2023 is in the works for the City of Jackson. The City of Jackson Budget Committee met Thursday to discuss preparing a budget. This year, Mayor Scott Conger says they are going to…
Jackson police captain honored for 30 years of service
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Police Capt. Jeff Shepard was honored on Wednesday. Shepard received a certificate honoring his 30 years of service to both the City of Jackson and its police department. The award was presented by Jackson Mayor Scott…
TEC breaks ground on fiber internet project in Benton County
ERIN, Tenn. -- TEC has broken ground on project aimed at expanding fiber internet. A news release from TEC says the project will cover over 87 miles, and will bring faster internet to Holladay, Big Sandy, and Camden. “If we…
Ford, battery maker face job requirement for Tennessee plant
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A lease agreement says Ford Motor Co. and a South Korean company would have to create more than 5,000 full-time jobs at a planned electric pickup truck factory and battery manufacturing plant in Tennessee or pay…
Emergency experts share their side of severe weather prep
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Emergency experts shared some precautions they took to ensure everyone was safe on Thursday. When storms roll through West Tennessee, two agencies have to watch them closely. Robert Mullins,…
Lexington church provides food to community
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- One local church is continuing to help their community one box at a time. "Just keep it going. That is all I say. Donate if they can. People…
Officials warn of fentanyl-laced pills as overdose deaths rise
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One drug is taking the lives of thousands. Fentanyl, a drug 80 times stronger than heroin and 100 times more potent than morphine, has become the root of many…
Gibson EMC reports outages in Tennessee, Kentucky
UPDATE: JACKSON, Tenn. -- As of around 6:55 p.m., Gibson EMC says just over 20 members are without power north of Fruitvale. Crews are still working to get power restored. EARLIER STORY: JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Thursday afternoon storm has…
WBBJ celebrates Random Act of Kindness Day
National Random Act of Kindness Day is Thursday, Feb. 17! To celebrate, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News took to the streets to give out a few surprises to brighten the day of Jacksonians! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8VpDIFkY84 Wanda West, who works at Old Medina…
Mary Stewart Taylor announces run for Madison County Circuit Court Clerk
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Mary Stewart Taylor confirms she will run for Madison County Circuit Clerk. Taylor is a member of the Madison County Republican Women, and she's described as a dedicated employee with a passion for public service. A…
Madison County Sheriff describes I-40 marijuana bust
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local sheriff's department seizes several pounds of marijuana. "This is a case that started early this morning, like 3 o'clock in the morning," said Madison County Sheriff…
Local infectious disease specialist gives an update on COVID-19
MEMPHIS, Tenn.--We have a COVID-19 update. Infectious disease specialist Doctor Stephen Threlkeld says more than 1 million PCR tests have been administered and more than 592-thousand patients have been tested for covid-19 nationwide. Threlkeld says hospitalizations are continuing to drop…
Survivors of December storms could receive more assistance
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--More assistance is available for survivors of the December tornadoes. The Tennessee Department of Human Services has 2 income-based assistance programs available. Disaster Snap benefits are provided through an electronic debit-like card and can be used to buy groceries.…
Burkhead announces run for Madison County Trustee
JACKSON, Tenn.--Another candidate puts his name on the ballot. Billy Burkhead is running for Madison County Trustee for the 2022 election year. For the last 13 years, Burkhead has been employed with Madison County in the Finance Department. Currently, he…
