JACKSON, Tenn. -- Nonprofits across West Tennessee have either had to postpone or cancel many of their fundraising events due to COVID-19. One of those events is the American Red Cross' Annual Heroes…
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 20,965 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Tuesday, May 26. In addition, 343 people have died and 1,609 have been hospitalized. Another 13,344 have recovered. The report shows the following…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee man is facing new charges of child exploitation after videos of children were discovered on a cell phone earlier this year. According to a news release from U.S. Attorney Michael Dunavant, 54-year-old Rodney Patterson…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson International Food and Art Festival, originally scheduled for September, has been cancelled due to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic, according to City of Jackson officials. According to a news release, festival organizers felt the cancellation…
SHILOH, Tenn. -- Shiloh National Military Park is increasing their access and services after closing earlier this year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The phased reopening will begin Friday, May 29, when the park reopens access to the visitor center…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Eight residents at a Jackson care center have tested positive for COVID-19, according to the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department. The health department says the eight additional positive cases are at American Health Communities West Tennessee Transitional…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "The Blue Star has turned to Gold," said Gold Star Mother of West Tennessee, National 1st Vice President, Cindy Tatum. This phrase reminds many Americans of U.S. Veterans, and…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In celebration of Memorial Day, Jackson City Hall shed light on fallen U.S. soldiers. Red and blue lights were installed at Jackson City Hall, lighting up the downtown area, along with several American flags. Leaders of the…
DOWNTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. -- "Table for Four" is a fundraiser created by Jerry Corley, owner of Rock'n Dough Pizza and Brewery in downtown Jackson. It's an effort to raise money for families affected by a recent tragedy. On May 16th,…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- It's Memorial Day and many people are flocking out to local lakes and parks just to celebrate the holiday. People are out and about more than they have been over…
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total 20,607 of cases of COVID-19 in the state on Monday, May 25. In addition, 338 people have died and 1,594 have been hospitalized. Another 13,073 have recovered. The report shows the following…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Over the last few weeks, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received several requests from viewers, asking how to correctly wear a cloth mask or other face covering. With the help of the…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- "So, our response is basically what we were expecting," June Iljana, media specialist for the U.S. Census Bureau s aid. Progress is being made on the 2020 Census, but many of you…
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- The Huntingdon High School cross country team was all set on the Andrew Jackson Half Marathon this spring. When the marathon was pushed back to September, they didn't let…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Old Country Store announced Monday that they will permanently close their buffet-style serving, switching to a family style during the first week of June. Guests will be seated only with their group, and owners say they…
