Two mayors send letter about roads to TDOT
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The mayor of Jackson has reached out to state legislatures about the road conditions in Jackson. Friday, Mayor Scott Conger and Mayor Jim Strickland joined together to send…
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Ex-Minneapolis cop pleads guilty in George Floyd killing
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A former Minneapolis police officer pleaded guilty Monday to aiding and abetting second-degree manslaughter in the killing of George Floyd just as jury selection was about to begin. Another former officer waived his right to a jury trial, setting…
Virtual academy to offer enrollment through Union
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A first of its kind partnership has become available for Jackson-Madison County School System students. According to a news release, the school system's K-12 CyberSchool Jackson Academic STEAM Academy will partner…
Children to able to audition for 'Peter Pan Jr.'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The chance to be in the Peter Pan story is coming up! The Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center Children and Teen Theatre say they will be holding auditions in early November for "Peter Pan…
Tennessee emergency agency director named to national post
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The head of the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency has been named to a national post. TEMA Director Patrick Sheehan is the new president of the National Emergency Management Association for a term of one year. The…
AC/DC's Brian Johnson writes about his Cinderella lives
Before he began tearing the roof off arenas as lead singer of hard rock icon AC/DC, Brian Johnson was fixing roofs. FILE - Brian Johnson of AC/DC performs with the Foo Fighters at "Vax Live: The…
THP: Sunday morning crash leaves 1 dead, 1 injured
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It has been confirmed that one person was killed during a two-vehicle crash Sunday morning. The Tennessee Highway Patrol released a crash report stating that a Ford Freestar and a Hyundai Sonata collided while traveling on State…
Events this week in West Tennessee: Oct. 24-30
Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Pumpkin patches (click here) Haunted attractions (click here) Trunk or Treats (click here) Thursday, October 27 "Sweeney Todd" @…
Two-vehicle wreck slows traffic in north Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police are investigating a multi-car crash that happened in north Jackson Sunday evening. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received a call about the crash just after 6:30 p.m.…
Local organization empowers youth to share their talents
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Art is a form of expression and one organization placed a special emphasis on the impact of art through an event called "Jackson's Artistic Youth." The event allowed children…
Local congregation recognizes a dedicated church 'mother'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local church shows their gratitude, love, and appreciation to one of their oldest and most active church members by celebrating her name. "This day is about, mother…
Local volunteer firefighters host fun community event
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn.--The Terry Volunteer Fire Department showed their appreciation to the community with a fun event for families. They embraced the spooky season by hosting a trunk or treat. Members of the community donated the candy, while others came…
Literary event showcases words of art
JACKSON, Tenn.--The Griot Collective brought a new event to Jackson. It's Black Southern Writers and the American Experiment. The event presented poets, writers, and other artists of the pen to come and share their works of word. The occasion brought…
The annual celebratory Buddy Walk returns
JACKSON, Tenn.--Members of the community gathered together on Saturday to celebrate and bring awareness to the down syndrome community with activities and a 2 lap walk. "This is a yearly event. October, of course, is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month.…
West TN foundation introduces its program to Jackson youth
JACKSON, Tenn. --One foundation had their first ever orientation meeting for youth in the Jackson community. The Eric Beasley Foundation Enrichment Program is a six week program that focuses on interpersonal skills, life, leadership and health and wellness. Youth…
