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Alleged Paving Company Scammer Behind Bars

DRESDEN, Tenn. -- A local paving company left some people with half a driveway and nearly empty wallets. Those scams ended Friday after Bill Boswell was arrested and charged with two warrants for theft. "He just pulls up in the…

Veterans Recall D-Day Invasion 70 Years Ago

HUMBOLDT, Tenn.-The world is commemorating D-Day--a pivotal point in World War II that turned the tide in favor of the allied forces. Almost 10,000 allied troops were killed or wounded on June 6, 1944. Here in West Tennessee, WBBJ 7…

Emergency Responders Warn of Flood Dangers

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Flooding from Thursday and Friday's storms shows just how dangerous flooding can be. Experts reminds you to be aware of approaching storms and areas that are affected by flash flooding, especially when…

Free fishing day kicks off on Saturday

This video is no longer available. EAST MADISON COUNTY -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency says residents, and non-residents of all ages, can fish without a license across the state on Saturday. Children 15 years of age or younger, may…

JPD K-9s demonstrate skills in West Jackson

This video is no longer available. WEST JACKSON -- Police dogs in Jackson showed off their skills on Friday. Jackson Police Department K-9 officers came to University of Memphis-Lambuth for a quick demonstration One of the dogs, Kyra, attacked "bad…

Organizers Say Blues Artist Shaped Shannon Street History

This video is no longer available. DOWNTOWN JACKSON -- This weekend's Shannon Street Music Fest stems from decades of local blues music, but organizers say the festival began with one man. Years ago, Shannon Street in Downtown Jackson was a…

Small Business, Storage Unit Renters Rebuilding After Storm

This video is no longer available. CARROLL CO., Tenn. -- The owners of McKenzie restaurant, Block City Pizza, are cleaning up after Thursday's severe storms flooded the building. The business's owner, Matthew Lane, tells WBBJ when he saw the water…

Huntingdon Fire Station Impacted by Flood

HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- Flooding in Carroll County put a big strain on the Huntingdon Fire Department. Station 3 on Northwood Drive has more than three feet of water outside and inside the building, leaving the city without the fire truck…

Carroll Co. Home Damaged in Floodwater

This video is no longer available. CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn.- Floodwater from Thursday's severe storms in Carroll County caused thousands of dollars in damage to a home off Northwood Road. Homeowner Amanda Sneed told WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News the basement filled…

Deputies: Couple hides crystal meth in teddy bears

This video is no longer available. HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A search warrant leads to the discovery of crystal meth hidden in teddy bears. Chris Barcio, 31, and his girlfriend Melissa Axley, 35, were arrested on drug counts at a…

Bolivar man shot in the leg, police seek suspect

This video is no longer available. BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- One man is shot and a suspect is on the loose in Bolivar. Investigators say around 9 p.m. on Wednesday, a man was shot in the leg while walking near his…

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