Local mom's cute video goes viral
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson mother's video of her 3-year-old and newborn sons has gone viral over the last week. Emily Matthews says she posted the video of her 3-year-old son, Waylon,…
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TDOT halting construction to help ease holiday traffic
JACKSON, Tenn. -- AAA predicts there will be more than two million Tennesseans hitting the road this holiday season, and the Tennessee Department of Transportation is doing what it can to keep traffic…
Henry Co. to open tornado shelters
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The sheriff's office will be opening tornado shelters across the county Wednesday in light of the possibility of severe weather. The shelters will open at 8 a.m.…
Berry Plastics facility to expand, create jobs in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Company leaders with a manufacturer in Jackson announced Tuesday they will expand their operation, creating up to 80 new jobs. Tuesday morning at the Jackson Chamber of Commerce, officials with Berry Plastics…
Some local post offices closing early for holiday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you have some last-minute shipping to do, make sure to double check the hours at your post office. Post offices nationwide will be open Christmas Eve, but many will shorten their hours. In Madison County, the Tucker…
Last-minute shoppers in full swing as Christmas draws near
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's not just the roads that are busy this holiday season — so are the stores. As the clock ticks toward Christmas Day, the rush intensifies for…
Goodwill prepares for post-Christmas rush
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As families enjoy the holidays, some are getting ready to make end-of-years donation to lessen their tax burden. Employees with Goodwill in north Jackson say they also are getting ready…
EMA directors prepare for possible severe weather
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the threat of severe weather on the horizon, local emergency management agency directors are on standby. Jackson-Madison County EMA Director Marty Clements kept an eye on the weather…
Miracle Man auditions held in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For the fourth straight year, the City of Jackson will host its Month of Miracles in April. Monday, the city's Neighborhood Services Department held auditions for the spokesperson for the month long volunteer effort. He's known as "Miracle…
Local artists spotlighted in showcase at The NED
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The latest works for West Tennessee artists are on display at The Ned McWherter Performing Arts Center in downtown Jackson. The Jackson Art Association exhibit features creations ranging from acrylics to water colors to mixed media pieces.…
TBI confirms investigation into Gibson Police Dept.
GIBSON, Tenn. -- Leaders in the small Gibson County town of Gibson made a decision that surprised some, Monday night. Chief of Public Safety, Taylor Atkins, was fired. Atkins confirmed their decision to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News. However, he said…
Salvation Army gives Christmas to more than 350 kids
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As cars lined up Monday at the Salvation Army, the season of giving was truly under way. This year, the organization will help more than 350…
TBI seeks suspect in 1980 cold case
STEWART COUNTY, Tenn. -- The TBI is asking for help in a cold case double homicide investigation out of Stewart County. The bureau has released an artist's sketch of the suspect. Officers believe he kidnapped…
Commissioners approve settlement in Madison Co. nurse lawsuit
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The County Commission approved a settlement in a lawsuit against the county during their Monday morning meeting. Two former nurses at the Criminal Justice Complex filed suit claiming between August 2013…
Postal Service set to deliver 30M packages on busiest day of year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Monday was the busiest day of the year for those trying to send mail and packages to loved ones for Christmas. The Postal Service says they planned to deliver 30 million packages Monday, which also is the last day to…
