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2023 Trenton Christmas parade held on Monday

TRENTON, Tenn. – Residents of Trenton kicked off the holiday season with their 5th annual Christmas parade. The parade began near the First Baptist Church on South College Street and made…

'Jingle Bell Jackson' competition kicks off

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has announced the "Jingle Bell Jackson" holiday decoration contest. All residents are invited to nominate their festively adorned homes for a chance to win…

No injuries in east Jackson fire

JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson Fire Department responded to a house fire Monday evening. Our crews arrived on the scene to find firefighters at a home on East Grand Street in east Jackson. Smoke could be seen coming out…

UPDATE: Officers discover deceased female in car in midtown Jackson

UPDATE (12/01/23): Husband charged with murder after body discovered at Summer Drive UPDATE (11/28/23): RELEASE FROM THE JACKSON POLICE DEPARTMENT: On November 27th, 2023, at approximately 4:45 pm, the Jackson Police Department received a call for a welfare check at…

Group pulls together to keep Jackson clean

JACKSON, Tenn. – Community members gathered together to make their living environment a clean one. Keep Jackson Beautiful Coordinator Danielle Wade and several volunteers met at East Jackson Church of…

Giving Tuesday to begin at midnight

JACKSON, Tenn. – It is almost Giving Tuesday, which is November 28!   It is a time for people to volunteer in the community and give to their favorite nonprofits.  Giving…

JPD: No charges to be filed after pedestrian struck

The following is an unedited news release sent to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News by the Jackson Police Department: "On 11/22/23 at approximately 1330hrs, The Jackson Police Department officers responded to a call of a pedestrian being struck in the southbound…

Early morning fire claims life in Benton County

BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- An early morning fire claims a life in Benton County. According to Benton County Sheriff's Office Dispatch, authorities responded to a report of a residential structure fire. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirms the fire occurred…

Local holiday market raises money for St. Jude

JACKSON, Tenn.---Amelia Earhart once said, "A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees." One young lady steps up…

Black Friday sales wind down in the Hub City

JACKSON, Tenn.---Last call! Shoppers are out and about catching deals while they still can. The Black Friday sales end for most stores today. Academy Sports was one of many…

Holiday events are gearing up in West TN

JACKSON, Tenn.---Holiday fun everywhere you turn! The holiday season is here and West Tennessee has so many fun activities to offer! Several local towns are hosting special Christmas activities all season long. And of course, it's time for Christmas parades!…

Ballet Arts prepares for its latest production

JACKSON, Tenn.---"No one to impress, nothing to lose. But the poor tell stories too." Get ready for the time of your life because they are about to take flight. Ballet Arts gave…

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