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1 injured in east Jackson shooting, investigation underway
JACKSON, Tenn. — Police are investigating a Thursday night shooting that left one injured. According to the Jackson Police Department, officers responded to a report of a man shot around 10:35 p.m. April 18 in the 500 block of North Hays Avenue. A press release states a victim was...
Holy Ghost Stories LIVE: Experience the Exodus Tour in Jackson
Holy Ghost Stories LIVE: Experience the Exodus Tour in Jackson. Jackson, Tennessee — (April 19, 2024) — Master storyteller and creator of the popular storytelling podcast “Holy Ghost Stories,” Justin Gerhardt, and internationally acclaimed cellist Kendall Ramseur are traveling to West Tennessee to guide an audience through an immersive experience with the story of the Exodus. The one-night-only performance will be held Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 7 p.m. at The Barn at Snider Farms (1998 Denmark-Jackson Rd, Denmark, Tennessee). Tickets may be purchased at https://tinyurl.com/ycyx52fe.
First Ladies Luncheon sets record, hosts Grammy-nominated artist
JACKSON, Tenn. — An event was held in the Hub City where companies and organizations across West Tennessee gather to celebrate the impact of local women within the community. United Way of West Tennessee hosts the 11th annual First Ladies Luncheon at the Jackson Fairgrounds. This year broke a...
Area Relief Ministries announces new Directors and events
Charting a Course for Compassion: Area Relief Ministries Announces New Directors and Events. Jackson, Tennessee — (April 18, 2024) — Area Relief Ministries Board of Directors appointed a familiar face as its new executive director, Fred McKinnie, who has served as homeless and housing service director for the organization for the past 14 years. The board also appointed Faith Moore as ARM’s new director of development and marketing. The board has challenged McKinnie and Moore to elevate ARM’s mission to empower the homeless, forge new connections and amplify its impact.
Madison County Master Gardeners, UT Gardens Jackson host plant sale in May
UT Gardens Jackson and the Madison County Master Gardeners are having a plant sale. West Tennesseans can shop for more than 500 different varieties of plants at the two-day event. The Spring Plant Sale will be held at the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center in Jackson on May 3...
'A labor of love': 3 new playgrounds to enhance quality of life in Jackson to attract growth
In a continued effort to target improvements at city parks in Jackson, Paradise, Conger, and Malesus Parks are the latest recipients of new playground equipment. The new equipment was unveiled in a grand opening ceremony at Paradise Park on Monday. ...
CCI-Your Right To Know-April 18, 2024
Jimmy Eugene Medford, 53, Medon, was arrested and charged with public intoxication and schedule I possession. He was released from the Chester County Jail on his own recognizance. April 11, 2024. William P. Carey, 53, Henderson, was arrested and charged with possession of schedule II methamphetamine with intent to manufacture/deliver/sell...
Series of auto burglaries reported in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. — Several WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Tipsters have reached out to us this month regarding auto burglaries in the Hub City. On Wednesday, Crime Stoppers shared information regarding a report of an auto burglary in the area of Sandbourne and Double Creek Cove on April 1. Crime...
Dollar General Adds Fresh Produce to Christmasville Rd Location in Jackson
Customers can now purchase produce at the store. The store will offer the top 20 different fruit and vegetable items that are typically sold in traditional grocery stores. Dollar General adds fresh produce to Christmasville Road location in Jackson. The store will offer the top 20 different fruit and vegetable...
Earth Day celebration coming to Jackson Fairgrounds
JACKSON, Tenn. — An upcoming event in the Hub City welcomes the entire family to celebrate Earth Day. City of Jackson, along with Keep Jackson Beautiful, is hosting the 2024 Earth Day Festival. The event will be held Saturday, April 20, from 9 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the...
Mercer Brothers Funeral Home is April's West Tennessee veteran-owned business
Every month in Jackson, the West Tennessee Veterans Coalition recognizes a veteran-owned business to encourage community support. Luther Mercer and his brothers are the men behind the Mercer Brothers Funeral Home business, established in 1973. The Mercer family included eight boys to parents John and Carrie Mercer. Luther was drafted...
John McKenzie Williams Jr. back in custody after weekend arrest
Three days after escaping the Madison County Criminal Justice Complex, John McKenzie Williams Jr. was captured at a residence on Howlett Cove in Jackson, authorities said. The Madison County Sheriff's Office and Jackson Police Department worked together to arrest Williams, 30, just before 10 a.m. on Saturday, authorities said.
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