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WBBJ-TV wants our viewers to win in our Halloween Spirit Contest! Don't forget we are accepting photo submissions of you, your children, or even your pet's costumes! Your photo could win a $100 gift certificate to the Flat Iron Grille…

Delta Dental wants to protect teeth during Halloween

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Everyone loves the excitement of trick-or-treating, but some of those tasty candies can cause spooky effects. Trick-or-treating is a time to indulge in your favorite sweet treats, but some of those treats are better than others. Delta…

Ribbon cutting held for new TCAT Parsons campus

PARSONS, Tenn. -- A new Tennessee College of Applied Technology location is welcoming current and prospective students to campus. TCAT Crump held a ribbon cutting on Friday to open their new TCAT Parsons campus. "We are celebrating the grand opening…

Kids learn about being active during visit from health department

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department came to East Elementary School on Friday to educate kids about the importance of staying active. "Encouraging students to partake in physical activities with their parents and classmates. It is…

Golf Tournament raises funds for Gibson County Crime Stoppers

MILAN, Tenn. -- Local golf lovers got to show of their skills in Milan on Friday. Jackson-Madison County partnered with Gibson County Crime Stoppers to host their third Annual Golf Tournament. Both law enforcement and the public were able…

Construction of Pope School awaits approval by county

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School Superintendent Dr. Marlon King is moving into the next phase of approval for the Pope School proposal. A news release from JMCSS says King's plan for the new building was approved by school board…

Details emerge on Hollywood Drive murder at suspect's arraignment

JACKSON, Tenn. -- "This is the State of Tennessee versus Randall Lee Rose," Judge Blake Anderson announced Friday at Jackson City Court. According to court documents, on Saturday, September 25, the Jackson Police Department responded to a 911 call saying…

Health department to begin Moderna booster doses Monday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Booster doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine will be available at the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department beginning Monday, October 25. Those eligible to receive the booster dose include: People 65 years and older Residents of long-term…

Free family Halloween event in south Jackson Friday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Halloween celebrations are kicking off early around Jackson, with a free event for the whole family being held Friday evening. D.A.Y. College of Cosmetology will host "Spooks 'N Sparkles" from 6-10 p.m. One side of the school…

7 deaths, 67 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Madison County

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed another seven Madison County residents have died due to COVID-19 complications. The health department confirms those individuals are: A 74-year-old male who died October 13 A 63-year-old male who…

TBI investigating 'suspicious death' in Benton County

BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is looking into a "suspicious death" in Benton County. According to a Facebook post from the TBI, 55-year-old Timothy Ring was found dead Tuesday after being seen alive earlier that morning.…

Gallery: Vintage Ball raises funds in downtown Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Ladies took a step back in time, but the message of girl power remained the same. The Vintage Ball was held Thursday night at the New Southern Hotel downtown in Jackson. All the benefits go towards…

6th annual Dancing With the STARs held in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Dancers and community members made their way to the dance floor Thursday night. It was all for the sixth annual Dancing With the STARs, one of the biggest fundraisers benefiting the STAR Center. Dancing With the STARs…

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