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Jackson author wants to inspire young people

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- After 30 years, West Tennessee native Brad Breashears says he has accomplished his dream. The Navy veteran is now a published author with a poetry book about his life. Most importantly,…

Casey Jones Village features new, historic cafe sign

This video is no longer available. WEST JACKSON -- If you've gone to Casey Jones Village this week, you've probably noticed a change in their appearance. That's because the company renovated different sections of their store. The village held their…

More than 800 students to participate in Horizons camp

This video is no longer available. HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A record number of more than 800 middle and high school students will be at Freed-Hardeman University this week for Horizons camp. On Sunday, the students from across the nation, grades…

West Tennesseans participate in mini tractor pull

This video is no longer available. MERCER, Tenn. -- A sport that some would consider unique happened in West Tennessee on Saturday evening. The West Tennessee Mini Tractor Pullers held a mini tractor pull. Competitors were broken up into thirteen…

Jackson immigrants fear deportation

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Latinos who live in West Tennessee met in Jackson on Saturday about the need for a new immigration policy. The Senate passed a measure, but it ultimately failed without house approval…

4th of July weather in West Tennessee was one to remember

This video is no longer available. NORTH JACKSON -- The holiday weekend is far from over as some West Tennesseans get out in our not so normal but good temperatures. During 4th of July weekend, the highs won't go past…

Pet owners enjoy opening weekend at new dog park

This video is no longer available. DOWNTOWN JACKSON -- The first opening weekend of Jackson's newest dog park came at the perfect time for animal lovers. On Saturday, pet owners came out to the Lambuth Area Neighborhood Association's Dog Park…

Thousands enjoy family fun at first Firefighters Freedom Festival

This video is no longer available. MADISON CO, Tenn. -- The Madison County Fire Department hosted the inaugural Firefighters Freedom Festival in West Madison County on Friday night. More than 6,000 people enjoyed free fireworks and family fun. The fire…

Fireworks being used as weapons a concern in Union City

This video is no longer available. UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Union City Police stepped up patrol this Fourth of July after last year's fireworks attack that damaged patrol cars. Officers tell WBBJ they were responding to Eastgate Apartments when residents…

Family speaks against Seth McCarty's 'not guilty' verdict

This video is no longer available. CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- One day after Seth McCarty is presented with a not guilty verdict, the victim in the alleged crime, Joanna McCarty and her family sit in disbelief. On a day she…

Family celebrates 98-year-old WWII vet

This video is no longer available. MILAN, Tenn. -- A family reunion had another purpose on Friday afternoon. The Depriest family is honoring its patriarch during their Fourth of July family gathering. Sidney is 98 years old and a World…

Food prices beef up this Fourth of July

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Enjoying a burger off the grill may not be as common for some families this Fourth of July, thanks to an increase in beef prices. According to reports from the Bureau…

Three arrests made in undercover prostitution sting

This video is no longer available. DOWNTOWN JACKSON -- Three women have been arrested after a prostitution sting in Jackson on Thursday night. Undercover officers arrested Sadie Merriweather, 54, and Tequilla Jones, 36, about an hour apart after police say…

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