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BREAKING: 5 dead in Henry Co. mobile home fire

Update: HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Investigators are still searching for an official cause for a fire that killed three children and their parents. Jimmy Pollack and his wife, Carrie,…

School board welcomes new superintendent Eric Jones with meet-and-greet dinner

JACKSON, Tenn. — It was an exciting evening, Thursday for the Jackson-Madison County School System, as members met, not to conduct business, but to welcome its newest leader to the school…

Substitute teacher accused of assaulting student at Isaac Lane Elementary

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson mother said she wants answers after she said her son was assaulted by his substitute teacher at Isaac Lane Elementary. "She was able to leave the…

Quality Deer Management Assn. hold crawfish boil at Fairground Park

JACKSON, Tenn.-Hunters from around West Tennessee gathered to dine on some great crawfish at Jackson's Fairgrounds Park, Thursday night. During the event, people were served with crawfish and fun. After the dinner,…

Jackson Symphony Assn. announces highlights for Jackson Symphony's 57th season

JACKSON, Tenn.-The Jackson Symphony Association announced the dates for the 57th season of performances of the Jackson Symphony, Thursday. Leaders said the 2017-18 season will offer all the excitement and beauty of…

New documentary on life, career of James "Super" Wolfe unveiled at JSCC

JACKSON, Tenn.-Details surrounding a new documentary highlighting the life of a local radio broadcaster, former athlete and community activist were unveiled Thursday at Jackson State Community College. Greg Hammond, owner of SBL…

JMCSS: Crews working to repair water main break at Arlington Elementary School

JACKSON, Tenn.-Crews are busy working into the night after a water main break was discovered at Arlington Elementary School early Thursday evening. In a statement leaders with the Jackson-Madison County School District told WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News district crews are…

Neighbors react after deadly shooting at Jackson law office

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Those who live and work near the law office where an employee was shot and killed Thursday morning say the event has left them scared, but they…

49th annual UT Martin Spring Rodeo kicks off

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The 49th annual University of Tennessee Martin Spring Rodeo kicks off Thursday night. As one of the largest college rodeos around, they have all the best events, allowing…

UPDATE: Missing Dyer Co. woman has been found

UPDATE — A woman reported missing in Dyer County has been found, according to the Dyer County Sheriff's Office. They say she is being checked out at a local hospital.…

'Clothesline Project' provides creative outlet for those affected by violence

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Each April during Crime Victims Awareness Week, Tennessee Correctional Services hangs a unique tribute in a local park. The Clothesline Project serves as an outlet for women affected…

Opening day arrives for Jackson Generals' 2017 season

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Generals kick off their 2017 season Thursday night at the Ballpark at Jackson. The season kicks off on "Thrifty Thursday," with general admission tickets, hot dogs, popcorn, soda, beer and ice cream all just $2. Also this…