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Downtown Renovations Set to Debut this Spring

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some new outdoor attractions for visitors to downtown Jackson will soon be debuting. One of which, the new amphitheater which is set to open this spring. Mayor Jerry Gist told WBBJ…

Local Family Says Military Cuts Will Leave Them Jobless

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn -- Three West Tennessee National Guard Armories are in jeopardy after the Department of Defense proposed possible budget cuts. Sarah Lilly and her husband, both soldiers, will lose their jobs if the…

Sheriff Says Faulty Cell Locks Pose Danger to Employees

This video is no longer available. ALAMO, Tenn -- Getting out of jail in Crockett County isn't that hard to do according to Sheriff Troy Klyce. "These locks, inmates, they can even take something as simple as cardboards and slip…

Parents of Rising Kindergartners in the JMCSS: Listen Up

This video is no longer available. JACKSON -- If you have a child that is old enough for kindergarten in the fall, there is some information that school officials want you to know. You and your children will have to…

Gravesites Dedicated Near Downtown

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- The city of Jackson announced the dedication of the grave sites of some local people who are apart of the city's history, Tuesday afternoon. Rachel Lane, mother of the late bishop Isaac…

Police: Man Steals Money From Church

This video is no longer available. BRUCETON, Tenn. -- Police arrest a man that they said entered a church as a guest, and ended up making off with money meant for a missionary trip, Sunday. Brian Matthew Ratcliff is charged…

Owner Charged with Arson in Paris Business Fire

This video is no longer available. HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. - The owner of the tire shop that caught on fire last week has been arrested and charged with arson, Tuesday afternoon. Joe Smith, owner of Smith Discount Tire Barn at…

Freedom Shrine Dedication at Jackson Police Department

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Exchange Club and the City of Jackson dedicated a Freedom Shrine at the Jackson Police Department, Tuesday afternoon. The Freedom Shrine is a collection of photographic reproductions of original…

BREAKING: Injured Kilgore Worker Dies

This video is no longer available. HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn. - Sheriff John Doolen confirms Michael Chism has died from the injuries he suffered in the Saturday explosion inside Kilgore Flares in Toone. Officials previously said Chism had burns on more…

State Lawmakers Pave Way for Religion In School

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- State lawmakers are considering allowing holiday greetings and religious displays in public schools. The senator sponsoring the bill says the legislation would clarify what is acceptable and what is not. “The…

Marshals Capture Godwin

This video is no longer available. MILAN, Tenn.- U.S. Marshals arrested a wanted man in Milan, Monday. He had been on the run from police in Humboldt for more than two weeks. Marshals said a tip led them to a…

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