JMCSS: School board recognized at conference
NASHVILLE, Tenn.---A local school board is recognized. According to a press release from JMCSS, the Jackson-Madison County School Board was recognized at the annual convention of the Tennessee School…
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The Ned's latest musical production continues to thrill audiences
JACKSON, Tenn.---The Ned hosts another heart stopping play at the theatre in downtown Jackson. Saturday night was the fourth show of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." This…
USJ's Holiday Mart continues in the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn.---USJ hosts their annual Christmas market for families of the Hub City to enjoy. University of Jackson school had their third day of the Holiday Mart. Shoppers from all over…
Book signing sheds light on a remarkable individual
JACKSON, Tenn.---A local business hosted a book signing in the Hub city. Family members of late Dianne O'Dell shared the story of her life. Saturday afternoon at the Catbird…
RIFA works to provide a hunger-free holiday season
JACKSON, Tenn.---More than 10 percent of the population goes to bed hungry at night. But today, a local organization presented an event that helps struggling families. RIFA hosted the Hunger-Free Food…
One community, one table, one very special meal
MILAN, Tenn.---A local town showed their appreciation this holiday season by filling many bellies. The 6th annual One Table event took place in Milan. This was a free event to show…
Senate candidate visits the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn.---A candidate running for U.S. Senate made her first appearance in Jackson today. Gloria Johnson stopped by Baker Brothers BBQ to have a meet and greet with the public. Johnson…
Dyersburg Police issue statement regarding bus accident
DYERSBURG, Tenn.--- Student injured during accident involving a school bus. According to the Dyersburg Police Department, a student was transported to a Memphis hospital following a bus accident Friday. The Dyersburg Police Department issued a statement to social media Saturday…
Community members help to provide holiday meals
JACKSON, Tenn.---Community members work together to bless families with a holiday meal. Members from the Old Hickory Rotary Club along with several other volunteers worked together Saturday morning to put together Thanksgiving blessing boxes. The event took place at…
1 person dead following attempted burglary
The following is information provided to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News by the Jackson Police Department: "Update: At approximately 1:46 pm., Officers responded to a call of a subject trying to gain entry into a residence in the 300 block of…
UTM staff member speaks out after shots fired on campus
MARTIN, Tenn. -- An update in our continuing coverage of shots being fired on the University of Tennessee at Martin's campus late Thursday night. According to press release sent out by the…
41st annual Christmas Cottage being held until Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Madison County Family and Community Education Clubs is presenting their 41st annual Christmas Cottage. Shoppers were able to grab a basket and take their time searching through various…
Authorities responding to situation on Ridgedale Drive in Jackson
UPDATE: JPD officials say the incident was initially called in as a home invasion, expecting hostages. JPD says there are no hostages and the house has been cleared. They are currently doing…
Mid-December opening expected for Jackson's new KFC
JACKSON, Tenn. -- We have some "finger lickin' good" news for fans of a popular restaurant chain. The Hub City's newest KFC is expected to open soon. Construction…
UPDATE: Missing Hardin Co. man located
UPDATE: The Sheriff's Department confirms Brewer has been located. HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Hardin County Sheriff's Department is seeking assistance in locating a missing man. 54-year-old Jimmy Ray Brewer is described as a white male, 6'2" tall and weighing…
