RIFA to hold 16th annual 'Canstruction'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A non-profit is preparing to host an annual event in Jackson. "This is our 16th annual Canstruction event, and after cancelling last year, we are so excited to be…
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Jackson-Madison County Public Library begins Summer Reading Program
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Public Library has begun its Summer Reading Program. The library says the program will bring: Challenges that can be completed for prize bundles up to July 17 Playdate in the Park at Conger Park…
Boyfriend charged with murder, kidnapping in death of missing Gibson Co. woman
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police have confirmed the boyfriend of a missing Gibson County woman has been charged with first-degree murder and kidnapping in her death. Police say Shawn Shaw has been charged…
JSCC extends deadline for radiologic technology program applications
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College has extended the application deadline for their radiologic technology program, according to a news release. The release says the deadline is now Tuesday, June 15. Students who are accepted into the program will…
JPD seeks help in IDing possible suspect in investigation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a possible suspect in an ID theft investigation. The department says the suspect was allegedly seen using the victim's debit card at JK Beauty…
City council talks future of ballpark, budget savings amid pandemic
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson says they've made an agreement with the Winnipeg Goldeyes to use the ballpark this summer. "What the city is trying to do is make the best…
2 charged after Sunday car chase ends in crash in Medina
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Two Memphis residents are facing charges following a car chase Sunday that ended in Medina. According to a crash report from the Tennessee Highway Patrol, 29-year-old Tyler Johnson and 30-year-old Russell Owens are facing charges in…
Jackson issues license agreement to Winnipeg Goldeyes for Ballpark use
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson announced a license agreement with the Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Club to operate professional baseball in Jackson, according to a news release. The release says the agreement is non-exclusive, meaning the city can license…
TBI: Body of missing Gibson County woman located
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has confirmed the body of 19-year-old Patti Hathcock has been located in Jackson. Hathcock, 19, was reported missing last week. Investigators said she was last seen Thursday evening in Jackson. Jackson police…
1 new case of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.; 11,496 total
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed one new cases of COVID-19 in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed positive cases to 11,496. There are currently four Madison County residents hospitalized, with one patient…
Woman struck in face by crossfire while driving in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Dawn Lingenselter says it was a random day for her and her husband on Sunday afternoon, when they were driving on Dr. F E Wright Drive near Whitehall Street, and…
Shiloh National Military Park hosts annual Memorial Day ceremony
SHILOH, Tenn. -- Shiloh National Military Park hosted their annual Memorial Day ceremony Monday in the Shiloh National Cemetery, where nearly 4,000 soldiers have been laid to rest. The ceremony included readings of…
Family raises concerns after trash seen at cemetery
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A family is wanting answers after a local cemetery was found trashed. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Diamond Williams went to Bascom Cemetery after a family reached out with…
Beech Lake draws in crowds for Memorial Day
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Memorial Day forecast was 80 degrees with some sunshine, which made for a perfect day to get out and enjoy some time outside. Many across West Tennessee gathered…
Charges pending in disappearance of missing Gibson Co. woman
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police have confirmed criminal charges are pending after a Gibson County woman was reported missing last week. Police say persons of interest are in custody in connection with the investigation into the disappearance of 19-year-old Patti…
