JMCSS family support team holds meet and greet
WEST JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school system's support team is introducing themselves to local families. The Jackson-Madison County School System held a meet and greet at central office Thursday…
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Travelers react to prices at the pump as holiday weekend approaches
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Travelers are on the move with another holiday weekend right around the corner. Jane Knox, a frequent traveler, shares her excitement on how the decline of gas…
Community fridges open at two locations in the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Community fridges are now open to the public in the Hub City. Many individuals have worked hard to get these fridges up and running to help their community. The…
Arrive Alive Tour makes a stop at Lexington High School
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Arrive Alive Tour has been going to schools all over to let students drive in a vehicle simulator to let them know what it is like to drive…
Jackson police investigate shots fired near local Walgreens
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating shots fired near a local Walgreens. According to JPD, the Shotspotter system alerted officers to several shots being fired near the Walgreens on…
Downtown Brownsville to see improvements through $100k grant
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local town is preserving their history, one block at a time. The State of Tennessee provides grants to towns to preserve historical buildings in their downtown area. "Every…
32nd Annual African Street Festival this weekend in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual event is bringing three days of activities to Jackson over the Labor Day weekend. The 32nd Annual African Street Festival will be held September 2-4. The…
Candlelight vigil remembers those lost to drug overdose
JACKSON, Tenn. -- August 31 is designated as International Overdose Awareness Day, and a few Jackson organizations partnered to host a candlelight vigil in Unity Park. “All over the nation we…
State Agriculture Commissioner visits alpaca farm in Chester County
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Commissioner of Agriculture visited a farm in Chester County to see the innovative work they do. Mesa Trail Farm welcomed Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher. Commissioner…
Julian Wiser officially sworn-in as new Madison County Sheriff
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new Madison County Sheriff was officially sworn in Wednesday. Former Jackson Police Chief Julian Wiser was sworn in on the steps of the Madison County…
Fugitive wanted in Madison County arrested after 14 years on the run
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A violent fugitive wanted in West Tennessee has been captured after 14 years on the run. 54-year-old Blaize Angol was arrested in Valdosta, Georgia around 1 p.m. Wednesday. The arrest followed a coordinated investigation by the U.S.…
Empire 8 to offer $3 admission for National Cinema Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Empire 8 Theatre in Jackson is participating in a special offer for moviegoers on National Cinema Day. On Saturday, September 3, admission for all movies at all showtimes will…
2nd Community Clean-Up Day coming to Jackson September 17
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Community Clean-Up Day is coming to the City of Jackson on Saturday, September 17. The event follows the success of the first Community Clean-Up Day that was held in August. Hosted by the Health and Sanitation…
Alleged threats to Bolivar Central High School spark concern
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Claims about a potential threat at Bolivar Central High School left parents concerned on Wednesday. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News tipsters alerted us to social media posts claiming there was a rumor that a threat had been made…
Crockett County schools enter lockdown after threat made to high school
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Officials are investigating a threat made to Crockett County High School. According to Crockett County Sheriff Troy Klyce, late Tuesday night, they received a perceived threat…
