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Cathey, Fiegel Interview for Superintendent Position

This video is no longer available. The final two candidates for school superintendent were interviewed by Jackson-Madison County School Board members, Wednesday night. The interviews began with Doctor Damon Cathey, who is the assistant superintendent for Kingsport City Schools in…

Seller Must Now Disclose if Meth was Made in Vehicles

This video is no longer available. Lawmakers passed new legislation as of July 1 requiring notification be made on title when meth has been manufactured on or inside a vehicle. "The whole point is for consumer protection," said Fred Birmingham,…

Liquor Stores Now Offer Wine Tastings

This video is no longer available. If you've ever had a hard time making a decision on what is best for you when it comes to a purchase, you know "trying it before you buy it" can be invaluable. That…

Dodd Holds Anti-Crime March Friday

This video is no longer available. Councilman-elect Johnny Dodd is encouraging community member to take to the streets of east Jackson once again. Dodd will lead another anti-crime march beginning at the corner of Holland Street and East Chester, Friday…

DRC Closes Doors in Dyer and Gibson Counties, Thursday

This video is no longer available. If you are a recent storm victim in Dyer or Gibson Counties and have not registered for disaster assistance with FEMA, time is running out. The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Dyersburg and in…

Lambuth Readies for Final Day

This video is no longer available. With less than 24-hours until Lambuth University closes its doors for good, there is still no deal that would allow a seamless transition of ownership. Jackson Mayor Jerry Gist says his group of stakeholders,…

Whiteville Man Faces 123 Child Abuse Counts

This video is no longer available. A Whiteville man has been indicted in Chester County on 123 counts in connection the sexual abuse of a young child. The sheriff's department has confirmed to ABC 7 Eyewitness News that Elfrin Beard,…

Humboldt Drive By Suspect Arrested

This video is no longer available. A routine traffic stop in Jackson, Tuesday night, ended with two wanted fugitives back behind bars and two other men in custody as well. Officers with the Jackson Police Department's Gang Enforcement Team and…

Presson Sentenced for Child Rape Conviction

This video is no longer available. Former Madison County Constable Michael Presson learned that he will most likely spend the rest of his life in prison during his preliminary hearing, Wednesday morning. This comes after Presson was found guilty of…

Wright, Martin, Second Two Supt. Candidates Interviewed

This video is no longer available. For a second straight night Tuesday, superintendent candidates were interviewed by the Jackson-Madison County School Board. First to be interviewed was Beth Wright, current superintendent of the Florence County School District Three in South…

Affordable Housing Program Set to Close

This video is no longer available. Tuesday evening, Affordable Housing CDC (AHCDC) hosted its Annual Dinner in downtown Jackson. It marked the last celebration of the agency's accomplishments after the non-profit agency's Board of Directors voted to merge with Southwest…

Man and Woman Arrested on Multiple Charges

This video is no longer available. A Jackson man is free on $2,000 bond after investigators say he tried to push a woman out of his moving truck. William McMillen, 64, was arrested around 6:30 p.m., Monday, and charged with…

Kids Make Their Mark at New Boys and Girls Club

Leaders at the soon-to-open Boys and Girls Club of Humboldt let children really make their mark on the program, Tuesday. The kids were given the chance to put their hand prints on the wall of the building donated to the…

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