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Discovery Park brings history to life

OBION COUNTY, Tenn. --- Discovery Park of America brought history to the people. Discovery Park of America decided to celebrate the Fourth of July with a little bit of tea. Attendees…

Neighborhood comes together for Independence Day

JACKSON, Tenn. --- One Jackson neighborhood is celebrating the Fourth of July with a parade. Several families entered a parade with their Fourth of July decorated rides. The Evergreen Housing Association puts on…

Jackson Fire Department shares firework safety for the Fourth

JACKSON, Tenn. --- City of Jackson Fire Department shares firework safety tips. With the Fourth of July holiday weekend in full swing, the City of Jackson Fire Department is sharing their tips to safely enjoy fireworks. According to a post…

Residents turn out for Medina fireworks show

MEDINA, Tenn. -- Medina community members were excited for a fireworks show Friday night. Members enjoyed the beautiful weather, good food, and much more. Residents say bringing back the fireworks show…

JPD responds to crash at Lane Avenue, North Highland

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police responded to a wreck in midtown on Friday. The wreck happened early in the afternoon at the intersection of Lane Avenue and North Highland Avenue. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News crews on the scene saw…

Big Squeeze returns in Decatur County, honoring vets

DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- Residents in Decatur County are kicking off the Fourth of July celebration by honoring our veterans and having a great time. This year, the Big Squeeze added lots of fun activities, like scavenger hunts, for…

Families call on governor to reinstate federal unemployment benefits

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee families are calling on Gov. Bill Lee to reverse his decision to end federal unemployment benefits from the American Rescue Plan. The governor's decision will cut $485 million that benefits local economies. Families believe this decision…

THP shares plans for Fourth of July celebrations

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol announced its plans for the Fourth of July holiday. In a news release, THP said troopers will be sent to areas that they say show a history of alcohol-related incidents. THP says it…

Missouri man arrested following brief standoff in Dyersburg

DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A Missouri man is in custody after a brief standoff with Dyersburg police. Police say Dyersburg Police Department officers responded to a weapons complaint at a home on Curry Street, where officers found a woman running from…

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