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Search resumes for 2 missing in Mississippi River

HICKMAN, Ark. (AP) - The search has resumed for two men reported missing in the Mississippi River in northeast Arkansas after a barge overturned and sank. U.S. Coast Guard spokesman Bill Colclough says the search resumed Wednesday morning for the…

Aspen Dental to Participate in Free Day of Service

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Aspen Dental Office in Jackson is one out of 10 offices in Tennessee where dentists and team members will be volunteer their time and talents for a free “Day of…

JMCSS Maintenance Staff Transported to Hospital

JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to a JMCSS spokesperson, a member of the JMCSS Maintenance Department lost consciousness while working on scaffolding at Madison Academic Magnet High School on Wednesday morning. His co-workers secured him in place until EMS and the…

Police Believe Body Found in North Park is Suicide Victim

This video is no longer available. UPDATE at 4/9 5:15 p.m.: According to JPD, the victim is a 62-year-old man. He was found by a park bench near the walking trail at North Park. The investigation has confirmed that he…

Deputies Confirm a Late Night Shooting in Buchanan

BUCHANAN, Tenn. - A man is in custody this morning after a late night shooting in Henry County. Henry County deputies say it happened at 11:18 p.m. Tuesday night on Swan Bay Estates Road in Buchanan. Authorities say 37-year-old Guy…

Neighbors Credited with Suspected Drug Dealers Arrest

This video is no longer available. DYER COUNTY, Tenn.- Deputies are crediting neighbors for an arrest that put a felon behind bars on drug and weapons charges. Deputies charged Jeffrey Joy, 21, with possession of synthetic marijuana, possession of drug…

Go Red for Women Raises Funds to Fight Heart Disease

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Hundreds of West Tennesseans gathered in downtown Jackson to fight heart disease Tuesday night. The annual Go Red for Women event was presented by the American Heart Association. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News…

Gov. Haslam Makes Disaster Declaration

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.- It seems the cost of winter is still affecting us here in West Tennessee. Governor Haslam has officially requested a disaster declaration for the ice storm in early March. The declaration included nine counties in Tennessee, six…

No Guarantee for Northeast Teachers' Jobs

JACKSON, Tenn. -- In an effort to open the Academic Academy at Northeast Middle School in the most successful way possible, School Superintendent Dr. Verna Ruffin said some changes are going to have to be made. "Change can be uncomfortable…

New Foam System Used To Fight Fires

BOLIVAR, Tenn- "We are now able to fight fires more effective in the city," Bolivar Mayor, Barrett Stevens said. According to the city's fire chief Lynn Price, it is all because of a compressed air foam, a mixture of concentrate,…

County Bond Restructuring Could Save Taxpayers Thousands

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.- Madison County leaders said they have found a way to save taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars. Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris said several bonds can now be refinanced at a lower rate of 3 percent, and…

Tree Planted in Honor of Crime Victims

This video is no longer available. EAST JACKSON, Tenn. - A tree-planting ceremony honoring crime victims, and those who work with victims, was held in Jackson today. Victims, law enforcement and advocates gathered inside the First Baptist Church on Martin…

Exchange Club Kicks Off Flags of Freedom

This video is no longer available. WEST JACKSON, Tenn. - The Jackson Exchange Club Kicked off their Flags of Freedom Tuesday. This year's display will be on the grounds of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church off of Highway 45 Bypass. The…

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