Archives: 2021

Milan fireworks show returns ahead of Fourth of July

MILAN, Tenn. — An annual fireworks show is back for one local community. Many in the Milan community came out early for the show. People came to save their spot for a great view and to enjoy food trucks at the park. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News spoke to some residents who shared what the expected for the night’s fireworks show….

New Fourth of July tradition begins in Haywood County

HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. — Haywood County started the Fourth of July weekend by honoring veterans and first responders. Each emergency service division leader recognized their team that worked on the front lines throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Haywood County Mayor David Livingston says the community wanted to support the people who are called first in an emergency. “They have been intricately…

Big Squeeze returns in Decatur County, honoring vets

DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. — Residents in Decatur County are kicking off the Fourth of July celebration by honoring our veterans and having a great time. This year, the Big Squeeze added lots of fun activities, like scavenger hunts, for all to participate in. Lemonade and other goodies at the stands provided refreshments, while more great entertainment is still to come….

Families call on governor to reinstate federal unemployment benefits

JACKSON, Tenn. — Tennessee families are calling on Gov. Bill Lee to reverse his decision to end federal unemployment benefits from the American Rescue Plan. The governor’s decision will cut $485 million that benefits local economies. Families believe this decision will force many people to take low wage jobs without benefits, keeping family members out of the workforce altogether because…

US vacates key Afghan base; pullout target now ‘late August’

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. forces have vacated Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan after nearly 20 years, bringing the U.S. military closer to a final withdrawal that the Pentagon says will be completed by late August. Remaining U.S. troops are now concentrated in Kabul. The Pentagon also said Friday that the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan, Gen. Scott Miller, will remain for…

“Operation Dry Water” begins this weekend for July 4 holiday

JACKSON, Tenn. — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is making sure you’re informed of the risks of boating under the influence. “Operation Dry Water” is a nationwide awareness campaign and enforcement for boating under the influence. In honor of a busy July 4 weekend for boating, the TWRA is focusing on enforcement from July 2 through July 5 by hosting…

Candace Francine Williams

Candace Francine Williams, age 49, passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2021, at her residence in Bells, TN.  A Private Family Graveside service will be conducted at the Oakhill Cemetery of Gadsden, TN. Candace was born in Memphis, TN on February 28, 1972.  She graduated from Crockett County High School, Class of 1990. She worked as a stylist in the…