Miss Tennessee boosts Jackson economy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant has been held in Jackson for more than 60 years. "We have a great volunteer base," Lori Nunnery, executive director of Visit Jackson,…
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Emergency Operations Center in Carroll Co. will put first responders under one roof
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. — When severe weather strikes or while in the midst of an emergency, you'll find members of every agency responsible for responding in one spot in Carroll County. Emergency…
Madison Co. mayor says relationship between county, city of Jackson is strained
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As the county works to find $12 million taken back by the city of Jackson, the relationship between county and city is now strained. "Absolute betrayal…
2 women charged in deadly Jackson stabbing
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police have charged two women in a domestic violence investigation after a Wednesday morning stabbing that left a man dead. Ebony Pruitt, left, and Vernetta…
Madison Co. Commissioners look at wheel tax, property tax increase
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Budget Committee met Thursday trying to find where $12 million can come from after it was taken back by the city. "Is the city…
'Fridays at the Fox' event canceled for June 23
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The "Fridays at the Fox" event in downtown Jackson has been canceled for June 23 due to the likelihood of rain. The Jackson Downtown Development Corporation announced the cancellation Thursday afternoon, saying they and the featured band, The…
Keli's Farewell: The guys tell all
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This is Keli McAlister's last week with WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News. Every night this week we will take a moment to recognize her. [caption…
Get rid of prescription drugs, old paperwork at upcoming take back event
JACKSON, Tenn. --Get rid of prescription drugs and old paperwork safely. On Saturday, June 24, you can bring prescription drugs to the Jackson Fairgrounds for a community shred and drug take back. That'll run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.…
Worship and pray with men across our area at upcoming conference
JACKSON, Tenn. --Attend a prayer conference with men from around our area. Friday, June 23 and Saturday, June 24, The Men of Destiny Church in Jackson will host Momentum 2017. That'll kick off with Friday worship at the church at…
Grubb's Grocery to host 2 year anniversary
JACKSON, Tenn. --A healthy grocery store celebrates a birthday, and you're invited to the party. On Saturday, June 24, Grubb's Grocery in downtown Jackson will mark 2 years in business. The public is invited to the festivities, which will run…
Deputies still searching for home invasion suspect
UPDATE: James Hill is now facing charges in Carroll County including attempted murder in the Monday home invasion in the Buena Vista community that sent a 96-year-old woman to…
Miss Tennessee Preliminary Competition Winners-Night One
JACKSON, Tenn.-Competition is underway for the title of Miss Tennessee 2017. Wednesday, the 36 contestants preformed before a live audience at the Carl Perkins Civic Center and competed on-stage in the…
Local sorority helps raise awareness for Alzheimer's Disease with walk in Liberty Park
JACKSON, Tenn.-Members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority walked in Liberty Park Wednesday afternoon to raise awareness for Alzheimer's Disease. The ladies chose this event as part of their community service aimed…
Music event 'Country Lends Down a Hand' helps raise money for Down Syndrome Foundation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Country music acts from all over West Tennessee came together Wednesday night to help others. The concert at Casey Jones Village in west Jackson is known as…
US Justice Department to help lower city of Jackson's crime rate
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The city of Jackson has made a U.S. Department of Justice list of just 12 cities nationwide that need help combating crime. …
