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David Allen Coe Performs in Jackson

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- A big-name country music artist was in Jackson, Thursday night. Outlaw Country music legend David Allan Coe hosted a concert at Cody's Saloon and Dance Hall in north Jackson. A packed house…

Olivia Newton-John Performs with the Jackson Symphony

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- A well-known singer and actress, whose talents have entertained millions for more than four decades was in the Hub City, Thursday night. Olivia Newton-John was in Jackson for a performance at the…

'Room in the Inn' Begins New Season

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- As West Tennessee's overnight temperatures fall into the 30s, sleeping on the street gets even more dangerous. But now homeless men have a safe, warm place to sleep, as Area Relief Ministries'…

Councilman Kicks off Canned Food Drive

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Every night there are West Tennesseans who go to bed hungry. Jackson City Councilman Ernest Brooks is trying to change that with his 5th annual 'Hunger Project.' Thursday, Brooks kicked off the…

West Tennessee Treasures - Selmer - Rockabilly Highway Murals

This video is no longer available. SELMER, Tenn. - As you drive into the city of Selmer, you are greeted by a large mural displaying an important era in the history of McNairy County. McNairy County, Director of Nurses, Pollyanna…

West Tennessee Treasure - Selmer - Latta Building

This video is no longer available. SELMER, Tenn. - Years ago, in McNairy County, there a car shop was the place to get your car fixed or even buy a car from. The shop was owned by the Latta the…

Pringles Park Name in Question

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- The home for the Jackson Generals, Pringles Park, appears to be in limbo. The signs at Jackson's only professional baseball stadium have been covered. According to Mayor Jerry Gist, the staff began…

Near Record Numbers Vote in Early Voting Period

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- As of 6 p.m., Thursday, early voting had ended in Tennessee. It has been a very busy early voting season, but according to early figures, it has not been an historic one.…

School Report Cards Released: Hardeman County Increases In Growth

This video is no longer available. BOLIVAR, Tenn- In spite of some low scores on their state report card, Hardeman County school officials are celebrating growth. While the schools' grades remain below average in math, reading, science and social studies…

Accused Best Buy Shooter Returns to Court

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- The preliminary hearing for the Jackson man accused of opening fire on his fiance' inside Best Buy wrapped up late Thursday afternoon. The judge ruled in the case against Will Lutter, 61…

More Than a Dozen Arrested on Federal Drug Charges

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. - More than a dozen people were arrested on federal drug trafficking charges in West Tennessee, Thursday morning. In total, 17 people from five different counties including Madison, Gibson, and Shelby were…

Facing Future Choices Conference Held

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn. - The 11th annual "Facing Future Choices Conference" was held in Jackson, Thursday. At the program, held at West Jackson Baptist Church, area residents were able to get advice and education on…

Fire Destroys Home in Gibson Co.

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. - A Gibson County family is homeless after a fire destroyed their home late Wednesday night. The family who lived on Manus Road is sad to lose their home of 18 years. Even though all Al Clark…

JMCSS Releases State Report Card Data

This video is no longer available. The following is a press release from the Jackson-Madison County School System concerning the state report card data for schools that was released, Thursday morning.  To view other counties or specific schools, you can go to…

Officer Involved in Shooting (UPDATED)

This video is no longer available. JACKSON Tenn.- WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News has uncovered new details in Tuesday's officer-involved shooting in east Jackson. U.S. Marshals were trying to arrest a man described as a wanted violent fugitive, when a shooting…

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