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Teams of all ages compete in spring tournament

JACKSON, Tenn. ---Today, was the last day of the weekend long April Powers Baseball Tournament. The tournament was held at the West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex. This tournament brought in over a 100…

Car show raises money for a good cause

JACKSON, TENN. ---Buckle up your seatbelt because we're taking a ride to the car show. A first annual car show fundraiser took place at the East Madison County Community Center. The center…

FEMA: Understanding your determination letter

According to FEMA, residents applying for assistance from the storms/tornadoes/straight line winds from March 31-April 1, 2023, should be receiving a letter of determination in the mail.  FEMA wants to clarify that although the letter may say that some residents…

James Street incident draws large police presence

UPDATE: According to JPD, officers responded to a shots fired call at the 100 block of James Street at around 8:31 pm on Saturday, April 15. JPD says this is an ongoing investigation. [field59_video account="WBBJ" key="23ca622c24a8f8d2600e37b525fdd5cbc793909b" vtitle="James Street Incident -…

Local sorority chapter celebrates 78 years

JACKSON, Tenn. ---A local sorority celebrates an over 70 year anniversary. Nearly 80 years ago, a group of women chartered what is now the Jackson Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority,…

Mayor Candidates Respond: Budget Priorities Pt. 2

Ahead of the City of Jackson Municipal Election, we sat down with five of the mayoral candidates for their responses on a series of topics. Each candidate was asked the same questions…

A new wellness center finds its home in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. ---One physical therapy studio is opening their doors to the public. What once started out as a mobile studio going to different homes in 2019, Infinite Rehab and Wellness,…

Chick-fil-A® Mobile Kitchen visits West TN towns

The Chick-fil-A ® Mobile Kitchen will continue making its way around Tennessee this month. The truck brings some of its favorite selections to areas that may not be near a physical restaurant.  The mobile unit will provide the same great…

April programs at the Jackson Madison County Library

JACKSON, Tenn. —-JMC Library offers fun for all ages. The Jackson-Madison County Library has a variety of programs for adults, teens and children to enjoy in February. Check out all the library has to offer. This month’s activities for adults…

Over-the-counter Narcan nasal spray to soon be available

JACKSON, Tenn. -- On March 29, the US Food and Drug Administration approved a Narcan nasal spray called Naloxone. According to Overdose Prevention Specialist Chandler Haynes, the four milligram Narcan nasal spray…

Code and paint event held at local college

JACKSON, Tenn. -- An event that combines art and coding took place at a local college on Friday. Everyone was invited to the Sphero Code and Paint event at…

Virtual session to be held on Fair Housing

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Mayor Scott Conger presented a proclamation in honor of Fair Housing Month. The mayor presented West Tennessee Legal Services with the proclamation on Friday in honor of…

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