Family of woman killed on Harpeth Drive speaks out
UPDATE (2/23/22): Sheriff’s Office: No charges filed in Harpeth Drive shooting BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The family of the woman who was killed on Monday night reached out to WBBJ 7…
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Jimmy Carter receives accolades from afar, and right at home
PLAINS, Ga. (AP) — Chad Loshbaugh and his seventh-grade son, Theo, were starting a historical tour for their winter break when they heard that former President Jimmy Carter had begun end-of-life care at home. CORRECTS DATE OF CARTER CENTER'S…
Chicken ownership talked about in local meeting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson Code Review Committee met Wednesday to discuss proposed recommendations for the City of Jackson. A hot topic at the meeting was the ownership of chickens…
Funding projects highlighted in JMCSS meeting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A second day of meetings brought new insight inside a room of leaders. The Jackson-Madison County School System discussed spending with board members, leaders and the Madison County Finance…
WWE leaning in to social media ahead of possible sale
WWE, an organization that is already king of the ring on social media, will attempt to expand its online presence this year with the $6.5 billion sports entertainment company hinting that it may put itself up for sale. [caption id="attachment_1342892"…
Group marks Feb. as Teen Dating Violence, Prevention Month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One organization is helping to keep children safe by spreading awareness. The month of February is Teen Dating Violence and Prevention Month. Students Against Destructive Decisions, or SADD, is…
Housing concerns addressed in Blue Oval meeting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A few topics were discussed during a Blue Oval Community Impact meeting on Wednesday. Some of the challenges the Community Impact Team faces when it comes to…
Hearing reveals details in Watson murder case
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- Details in the death of Britney Watson come to light as the suspect appears for his preliminary hearing. 44-year-old Kevin Watson appeared before Judge Jenny Scott Tuesday in Haywood County General Sessions Court. Watson was arrested…
Human bones in car matched to Georgia man missing since 1976
LAGRANGE, Ga. (AP) — Human bones found inside a submerged car near the Georgia-Alabama state line in 2021 have been matched to a college student who had been missing for 47 years, according to a Georgia sheriff. [caption id="attachment_1342582" align="aligncenter"…
Several AEDs donated to local law enforcement
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- Several groups say they came together to support public health and law enforcement. According to a news release, Walbridge, United Rentals, P&J, and Master Medical Equipment donated a total of 12 AEDs to Haywood County law…
Dinner to support local band in April
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- A dinner is being held in April to support a local band. The West Carroll Band Benefit Dinner & Songwriter Showcase is being held on April 1, featuring several songwriters from Nashville. The talent includes Brice…
Savannah Drivers Services Center closing; new facility to open
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- One local driver services center will close as a newly constructed one prepares to open. The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security will permanently close the Savannah Driver Services Center at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March…
Tornado data by county spotlighted by health department
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department wants you to be prepared for the threat of a tornado. In a social media post Wednesday, the health department shared a look at statewide tornado data since 1950. The map…
Over 250 pairs of shoes donated to local children
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local children receive a generous donation to help carry them through their journeys. "Soles for Little Souls" is a National Initiative Community Service Project sponsored by Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. The purpose is to partner…
'To Kill a Mockingbird' auditions to be held in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local group is seeking auditions for an upcoming stage show. Jackson Theatre Guild is presenting Harper Lee's "To Kill a Mockingbird" as their Spring production. Based on the Pulitzer-winning novel, the show is set in small-town…
