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5 deaths, 276 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another five Madison County residents have died due to COVID-19 complications. The health department confirms those individuals are: A 41-year-old male who died September 1 A 54-year-old female who…

The Ned gives kids chance to paint mural

JACKSON, Tenn. -- How would you like your kid to leave their mark in Jackson for future generations? A downtown Jackson venue is allowing kids to help bring color to the lives…

JMCSS receives donation, recognizes students during monthly meeting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School System leaders met for their monthly board meeting on Thursday. Among some of the items discussed, board leaders passed a motion to increase health insurance premiums on employees that would like a broader…

Dyersburg police seek suspect in relation to two incidents

*Some contents of the story may be disturbing* DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- The Dyersburg Police Department says it is searching for a suspect in relation to two incidents. The department says that on Aug. 15, around 1:20 a.m., an officer…

CWD positive deer found in Henry County

HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency says a deer in Henry County was confirmed to have chronic wasting disease (CWD). The TWRA says this changes Weakley County…

Former Gleason recorder indicted for theft

GLEASON, Tenn. -- A former Gleason city recorder has been indicted, according to a news release from the Tennessee Comptroller. The release says an investigation found that former…

Jackson family escapes house fire uninjured

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Firefighters responded to a house fire Wednesday night on Hansford Place. Officers received the call around 11:32 p.m. Firefighters said the people in the home noticed the fire when their smoke alarm went off and smoke was…

New exhibit to showcase 50+ years of Jackson photographer's work

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Ned McWherter Cultural Arts Center is hosting a photography exhibit honoring long-time Jackson photographer Mitch Carter. Carter has spent more than 50 years serving the Jackson and West Tennessee area. After purchasing Moore Studio in 1973…

WBBJ says 'goodbye' to reporter Nikita Dennis

For the past year, Nikita Dennis has served West Tennessee as a reporter for WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News, helping bring numerous stories in the community to light. Thursday, the WBBJ team says goodbye as her time with us comes to…

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