Local preschoolers celebrate Dr. Seuss Day
JACKSON, Tenn.-- "Green eggs and ham....I ate it!" Hands Up! Preschooler Xander would eat it in a boat, or with a goat. Since today is Dr. Seuss Day, Xander had his…
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First Friday Forum discusses innovation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Downtown Development Corporation and community members met Friday during the monthly First Friday Forum to discuss ways to make the Hub City more innovative. This month's meeting discussed the book "Designing Local" by Kyle Ezell. Several…
Union Educator Preparation Program celebrates high test scores
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "I think we need to recognize you don't always have to go a long distance from home to find a high quality education," said Mandy Cates, Union University's Director…
Remains of missing service member return to Union City
UNION CITY, Tenn -- 51 years after he went missing in action during the Vietnam War, Navy pilot Lt. Richard "Tito" Lannom will return to his hometown of Union City to be laid to rest. On Saturday, Union City's White…
1 dead after Trenton house fire
TRENTON, Tenn. -- One person is dead after a house fire Friday morning in Trenton. The Trenton Fire Department responded to a report of a house fire on the 200 block of…
Hardin County Schools closed Monday
Due to continued flooding and the possibility of inclement weather over the weekend, Hardin County Schools have cancelled classes for Monday, March 4.
JMC school board divided over motion to re-open closed school for new pre-K center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- During Thursday night's school board long range planning committee meeting, Madison County Commissioner Jimmy Arnold raised concerns on the lack of pre-K centers across the school district. He…
Candlelight vigil held for missing teen
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Thursday evening, family and friends of Hank Cooley held a candlelight vigil at Beech Lake in Lexington to remember the teen. Cooley first went missing back in October,…
Andre Darnell announces his campaign for Jackson City Council seat
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local man is throwing his hat into the ring, announcing his intention to campaign for the upcoming Jackson city election. Andre Darnell announced Thursday that he…
Military father surprises his children at school after a year deployed
SELMER, Tenn. -- Three kids thought they were interviewing with WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News on what it's like to have a parent in the military. They were in for a surprise.…
5-year-old granted wish at halftime of Union basketball game
JACKSON, Tenn. -- During halftime of the women's basketball game at Union University tonight, a wish came true. 5-year-old Lucas was granted a wish by Make-A-Wish tonight. Lucas loves the…
Multiple Jackson-Madison County schools celebrate Black History Month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several schools hosted their annual Black History Month programs as the month came to a close. "One thing I want our kids to know is that Black History…
Selmer students celebrate Black History Month
SELMER, Tenn. -- Students at Selmer Elementary School heard from a guest speaker Thursday as part of their Black History Month celebration. 17-year-old Moziah Bridges spoke to students about the importance…
Tennessee bill would limit tobacco, vape sales to those 21 and up
JACKSON, Tenn. - Several state lawmakers are pushing a bill they believe could take Tennessee one step closer to being a healthier state. Sen. Shane Reeves, R-Murfreesboro, and Rep. Bob…
Police warn parents about apps used by criminals
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Local police are warning parents of the dangers that could be on their kids' phones. "It is a hunting ground for the predator," said Captain Jeff Middleton of…
