Dump truck overturns in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Police are currently working an accident involving an overturned dump truck. The incident occured in the area of Ridgecrest Extended and Highway 70, south of Love's Truckstop. Police…
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191 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County; 174 recovered
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department received positive test results for one more confirmed case of COVID-19, bringing Madison County's total to 191. The health department says the most recent patients is a 74-year-old female, who is…
Tattoo artist offers free cover ups for controversial tattoos
JACKSON, Tenn. -- People are fighting for change around the world, across the country and now in tattoo parlors as one tattoo artist is helping people change controversial symbols into messages…
Jackson Exchange Club honors 2019 "Man of the Year"
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Every year, the Jackson Exchange Club honors one man who has shown dedication and service to their community with the "Man of the Year" award. The 2019 award…
City budget discussion provokes arguments, centers around cuts
JACKSON, Tenn. - There was plenty of discussion at Tuesday's city budget meeting, with every single city department head coming to discuss their budget.…
Protesters push for Confederate statue removal
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Protesters continue the push for the removal of a confederate statue in Madison County. "I'm going in, I would like to recommend that you all try to make your…
Local businesses support families impacted by fatal wreck
HENDERSON, Tenn. — Jerry Corley, owner of Rock’n Dough Pizza + Brewery, reached out to other local restaurants to organize a fundraiser for the families affected by a fatal crash in Chester County last month. “The communities of Jackson and…
Local universities plan for fall semester
JACKSON, Tenn. -- What will college look like in the fall? That's what many people are asking. There are nine higher education institutions in the area, and each one has a different plan…
31,830 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 493 deaths, 2,146 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 31,830 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Tuesday, June 16. In addition, 493 people have died and 2,146 have been hospitalized. Another 20,710 have recovered. The Tennessee Department of Health…
The AMP to host Unity Worship Night
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson AMP at the Market Amphitheater will host the Unity Worship Night on Friday, June 19. The event is an opportunity for the community to come together for live contemporary and gospel worship music. Is is…
Tennessee receives $11 million for Interstate 40 project
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee’s Department of Transportation is receiving $11.2 million for installation of closed-circuit cameras and other devices along Interstate 40. U.S. Rep. David Kustoff’s office in a statement Monday that the federal transportation grant will fund a…
5 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Five new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Madison County, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to 190, according Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Deaprtment. The health department says the most recent patients are: a 92-year-old…
Petition calls for removal of Madison County Sheriff
JACKSON, Tenn.-- "We need him removed," said community activist Tracy Boyd. A petition calling for the removal of Madison County Sheriff John Mehr has been created following a request for more money…
Social media posts cause stir in one West Tennessee community
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Racially-charged posts on Facebook, allegedly shared by Harley-Davidson dealership owner Russell Abernathy has caused a stir in Union City. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News visited the Harley-Davidson dealership to speak…
Organization donates hundreds of dental health kits to children
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Masks were worn, but the smiles were still abundant at the Boys and Girls Club of Jackson-Madison County. It was all part of an oral health day event, sponsored by…
