Bethel University has confirmed it will be cancelling day classes for its McKenzie campus on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021. Stay with WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News online and on the air for updates.
UNION CITY, Tenn. — Discovery Park of America confirmed it will be closing due to inclement weather. Officials with the park say it will be closed Thursday, February 11, 2021. Categories: Local News, News
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson Fire Department shared some winter safety tips Wednesday. They say to steer clear of any downed power lines because they could still be live and dangerous. They also say to use an artificial means of lighting to prevent any carbon monoxide fumes. “Make sure you have a good working smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detector….
JACKSON, Tenn. — Lt. Rochell Staten is the first Black female patrol lieutenant with the Jackson Police Department. Staten is originally from Leeland, Mississippi. After some traveling, she decided to move to Tennessee to pursue her dreams. She first began working at the Northwest Correctional Facility in Tiptonville. She accompanied a friend to take the Police Exam for moral support…
JACKSON, Tenn. — With a possible ice storm approaching, utility companies are preparing for the worst outcome: power outages. “The only thing you can do as a utility company is to try to prepare your crews and trucks, and make sure they have the equipment and chainsaws and all of the other things on that might be necessary out of…
JACKSON, Tenn. — This week, a local bank is delivering donated items to organizations within the community. Simmons Bank Associates are celebrating their customers and neighbors by helping local non-profits collect needed items vital to their operation. Wednesday morning, Simmons employees delivered pillows and frozen chicken to the Dream Center. Business Development Officer Amy Allison says they wanted to help…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. — The Tyson plant in Humboldt held a hiring event on Wednesday. Tyson has around 200 open positions for a brand new plant that will begin production in the coming months. They are encouraging local residents to apply, and Tyson employees can help with the application process in person. However, you can do the application online as well….
JACKSON, Tenn. — With ice possibly on the way, the Tennessee Highway Patrol has all the tips you need to get through Wednesday night and Thursday, safe and sound. Some regions of West Tennessee are expected to get rain on Wednesday, which means the roadways and bridges could be covered in ice by night — a known cause of accidents….
JACKSON, Tenn. — The University of Memphis and University of Memphis – Lambuth campus will be closed on Thursday due to inclement weather. The university says remote learning should continue as scheduled, and additional remote classes should be set if possible. On campus events and activities are cancelled for both campuses. Categories: Local News, News
The gallery above shows the latest statewide COVID-19 data from the Tennessee Department of Health as of Wednesday, February 10. The health department also released an updated case count by county. *Click to enlarge For more information on COVID-19, go to the CDC website, the Tennessee Department of Health website or call (877) 857-2945. For more information on COVID-19 vaccinations in Tennessee, click here….
