WBBJ-TV (Jackson, TN)

2 days ago | wbbjtv.com | Brooklyn Kent

JACKSON, Tenn. — Residents of the Hub City voiced their concerns to city leaders about an upcoming project. Residents on Country Club Lane, which intersects with Vann Drive, may have new neighbors. We spoke with Director of Planning, Growth, and Development for Jackson, Stan Pilant, who shares insight on the future plan for this lot. “People that live in the area, you know, traffic is a big concern to them. There’s also some people that are concerned with some flooding issues that may be in the area.

2 days ago | wbbjtv.com | Ryan Hodges

JACKSON, Tenn. — High temperatures have been common over the last few days and we wanted to get some tips on how to keep your pets safe. Staying hydrated, not getting overheated, finding shade, and remaining as cool as possible are great tips for us to stay safe during heat. However, our pets equally need all of these things as well. Caty Perritt, the President of the Carroll County Humane Society, tells us more. “Fresh water — that means, this time of year, multiple times a day,” Perritt said.

3 days ago | wbbjtv.com | Brooklyn Kent

MCKENZIE, Tenn. — We hear from one mayor that is looking at the possibility of raising taxes. McKenzie’s city council board is proposing an almost 20 cent tax increase. This would increase payroll dollars, street paving and industrial projects. “It was originally recommended by the comptroller to reduce our rate to 0.6218 and the council approved the first reading to increase to 0.8218, so a 20 cent increase per 100,000 dollars,” said McKenzie Mayor Ryan Griffin.

3 days ago | wbbjtv.com | Ryan Hodges

SELMER, Tenn. — A thrift store that was severely damaged due to the April tornado in Selmer is back in action. The tornado that came through Selmer and McNairy County earlier this year did extreme amounts of damage to many buildings in the area, including the Jesus Cares thrift store near downtown. We were able to speak with the people involved about exactly what happened that day.

4 days ago | wbbjtv.com | Brooklyn Kent

HENDERSON, Tenn. — One county budget committee finishes their proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The Chester County Budget Committee voted for the approval of their budget. County residents can expect an 8 cent increase in taxes and here’s why. “Our county employees did not get a raise last year. So we wanted to make sure they got the cost of living raised this year.