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Neighbors Credited with Suspected Drug Dealers Arrest

This video is no longer available. DYER COUNTY, Tenn.- Deputies are crediting neighbors for an arrest that put a felon behind bars on drug and weapons charges. Deputies charged Jeffrey Joy, 21, with possession of synthetic marijuana, possession of drug…

Go Red for Women Raises Funds to Fight Heart Disease

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Hundreds of West Tennesseans gathered in downtown Jackson to fight heart disease Tuesday night. The annual Go Red for Women event was presented by the American Heart Association. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News…

Gov. Haslam Makes Disaster Declaration

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.- It seems the cost of winter is still affecting us here in West Tennessee. Governor Haslam has officially requested a disaster declaration for the ice storm in early March. The declaration included nine counties in Tennessee, six…

No Guarantee for Northeast Teachers' Jobs

JACKSON, Tenn. -- In an effort to open the Academic Academy at Northeast Middle School in the most successful way possible, School Superintendent Dr. Verna Ruffin said some changes are going to have to be made. "Change can be uncomfortable…

New Foam System Used To Fight Fires

BOLIVAR, Tenn- "We are now able to fight fires more effective in the city," Bolivar Mayor, Barrett Stevens said. According to the city's fire chief Lynn Price, it is all because of a compressed air foam, a mixture of concentrate,…

County Bond Restructuring Could Save Taxpayers Thousands

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.- Madison County leaders said they have found a way to save taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars. Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris said several bonds can now be refinanced at a lower rate of 3 percent, and…

Tree Planted in Honor of Crime Victims

This video is no longer available. EAST JACKSON, Tenn. - A tree-planting ceremony honoring crime victims, and those who work with victims, was held in Jackson today. Victims, law enforcement and advocates gathered inside the First Baptist Church on Martin…

Exchange Club Kicks Off Flags of Freedom

This video is no longer available. WEST JACKSON, Tenn. - The Jackson Exchange Club Kicked off their Flags of Freedom Tuesday. This year's display will be on the grounds of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church off of Highway 45 Bypass. The…

Women Owned Businesses Up in Tennessee

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.--The number of women who own businesses jumped across the country and in Tennessee over the past seven years, according to the American Express OPEN State of Women-Owned Businesses Report. Nationally, the number…

House panel OKs Haslam's free tuition plan

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Gov. Bill Haslam's signature proposal to create a program that would cover tuition at two-year colleges for any high school graduate is headed to a full House vote. The House Finance Committee approved the measure on…

One Person Dead After Crash In South Jackson

This video is no longer available. SOUTH MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. - One person is dead after a one-vehicle crash in South Madison County Tuesday afternoon. Crews on the scene tell us that a truck traveling south on Highway 45 left…

Jackson Police Investigate Near Drowning

This video is no longer available. EAST JACKSON, Tenn. - The Jackson Police Department is investigating the near drowning of a seven-year-old boy. Police and EMS responded to the 400 building at Chapel Ridge Apartments at around 8!5 Monday. According…

Man Identified in Hatton Street Meth Bust

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- Jackson police have released the name of the many they say is responsible for a shake and bake meth lab found in a home on Hatton Street, Friday. Jerry Wall, 70, faces…

Gas Prices Inch Upwards

This video is no longer available. JACKSON, Tenn.- It may not come as a surprise if you've filled up lately. AAA said the area is seeing the highest gas prices since last August. According to price tracking website gasbuddy.com, average…

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