Alamo city board meets, votes to give employees pay raises
ALAMO, Tenn.-The Alamo City Board met Tuesday night to discuss several issues on their agenda. Leaders agreed to an across the board pay raise for all city employees. There will be…
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Jackson City Council discusses ongoing issues
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson City Council voted on several issues Tuesday including the future home of the Dream Center of Jackson and the demolition of the Bemis mill. Many…
Decatur Co. sheriff reacts to fake article targeting his deputies
DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. — A prank with serious consequences is circulating online in the form of a made-up news story targeting Decatur County sheriff's deputies. The…
Humboldt police seek suspect in burglary, assault
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Police are asking the public for help to find a man they say forced his way into a home last month and assaulted a woman. Kyle Nance is accused of forcing…
Gary's Goodbye: Check out those dance moves
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This is Gary Pickens' last week at WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News. Every morning this week we will take a minute to share some of our favorite…
JMCSS superintendent names new leaders including former WBBJ anchor
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The new superintendent for the Jackson-Madison County School System has announced members of his leadership team. Superintendent Dr. Eric Jones announced the members Tuesday. Former Regions Bank…
Jackson City Council approves agreement with county; makes one change
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The third and final vote needed to seal the deal between Madison County and the city of Jackson has been made. "We felt like we did the right thing,…
Defense asks for change of venue in Holly Bobo case
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- Hundreds of pages of court documents provide new insight into the case against Zach Adams, one of the men charged with raping and killing Decatur County nursing…
Beer Board fines 2 Jackson businesses for underage sales
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Beer Board punishes two local businesses accused of selling alcohol to minors. Tuesday, the board ordered Neighborhood Grocery Inc. DBA Bowling Express Mart on Bowling Drive to pay a $1,500 fine. The board also ordered…
Upcoming concert to benefit St. Jude
JACKSON, Tenn. --Enjoy a concert all to help a local children's hospital. Saturday, July 15, a St. Jude Community Concert will be held right here in Jackson. That'll start at 6:30 p.m. at 282 Middleton Street and will feature the…
Travis Cottrell to headline concert at The Amp
JACKSON, Tenn. --Kick off your weekend with a free, family-friendly concert. Friday, July 14, The Amp in downtown Jackson will host another show for its concert series. This week's entertainment is Travis Cottrell. Music on the main stage begins at…
Walking tour to highlight parts of Jackson's history
JACKSON, Tenn. --Learn about our city and get some fresh air, all at the same time. Friday, July 14, you can join in on the fun and participate in a downtown Jackson walking tour. That'll start at 11:15 a.m. at…
Sunflowers on display to enjoy in Henderson County
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Do you love sunflowers? Then here is your opportunity to drive to Henderson County and either pick some or take pictures with your family. Best of all, it is all for free. The owners of the land…
JMCSS votes to approve city/county sales tax agreement
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It was a busy day for the Jackson-Madison County School Board as officials met Monday afternoon in a closed-door meeting with their attorney before voting on whether…
JMC Library summer reading program ends with celebration
JACKSON, Tenn.-The Jackson-Madison County Library celebrated the end of their summer reading program. 100 kids participated in the Youth Summer Reading Program this year. Monday, today the library celebrated with kids who participated watching a movie and enjoying pizza and…
