Jackson city councilman makes 20th stop on 'Men on the Move tour'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It was the 20th stop for the Men on the Move tour. Friday morning the men were at Denmark Elementary School welcoming students. The move is sponsored by Jackson…
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JMCSS superintendent speaks at First Friday Forum
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County superintendent, Eric Jones, stopped by a monthly program in downtown Jackson Friday. During this month's First Friday Forum, Jones told guests what challenges the school system…
Union University remembers 2008 tornado that ripped campus apart
JACKSON, Tenn. — This month marks 10 years since an EF-4 tornado ripped through Union University's campus. "I remember every minute of that day as if it were yesterday," former University President…
Historic school in danger of being partially demolished
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A building from the 1800's is in danger of being partially demolished. Representatives from the State Building Commission took a tour of what use to be Rosenwald School in…
Law enforcement visits local elementary school focusing on student safety
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police and Madison County deputies surround Isaac Lane Elementary School Friday. But don't worry — it's not what you think. "How safe can we make our students?" Jackson-Madison County…
AARP offers free tax filing services for all at Jackson-Madison Co. Library
JACKSON, Tenn. -- When most people think about the library, they want to either check out a book or use the computer, but what if you could get help filing your…
WBBJ Super Bowl Dip-off 2018
Did you miss the victory dance? Another WBBJ Super Bowl Dip-off is in the books! News anchors Eric Perry and Josh Robinson along with Meteorologist Moe Shamell all brought their…
20 fire fatalities make January Tennessee’s third-deadliest month since 2010
NASHVILLE -- The latest tally of January fire fatalities has the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office urgently renewing its call that residents turn their focus to fire prevention during the high-risk winter months. Current SFMO data indicates that 15 fatal…
PETA offers up to $5,000 reward in bird shooting investigation
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, better known as PETA, is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to a conviction after 92 dead birds were found in Crockett County. Tennessee Wildlife…
Gov. Haslam announces initiative to encourage adults to return to college
JACKSON, Tenn. — Going back to college might be getting a little easier for those who never thought it was possible. Governor Bill Haslam made a stop in the Hub City announcing…
Council members mull over agenda for upcoming Jackson City Council meeting
JACKSON, Tenn.--Members of the Jackson City Council gathered Thursday night for an agenda review meeting. The meeting gives members a chance to go over information on the agenda before they vote at their regular meeting. Councilmen discussed rezoning property in…
Local NAACP leaders highlight Black History Month events
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Local civil rights leaders reveal their plans for the month of February, designated as Black History Month. Thursday afternoon, the Jackson-Madison County branch of the NAACP unveiled details of how the…
Committee discusses liquor store district zones
JACKSON, Tenn.--A committee compromised of five Jackson City Council members met to discuss liquor store district zones Thursday afternoon at City Hall in downtown Jackson. Members discussed rezoning in order to help liquor…
Brownsville Walmart celebrates 45 years
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- One local business celebrated a milestone this week. Walmart in Brownsville marked 45 years in business Thursday. The store has changed locations since their opening, but store manager Mark…
TN commissioner of education visits local schools
DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- Decatur County Middle School had a special guest Thursday. Tennessee's Commissioner of Education Candice McQueen visited the school as part of her Classroom Chronicles tour. She also…
