Woman: Two brothers wrongfully handcuffed after Family Dollar armed robbery
JACKSON, Tenn -- Jackson Police said the suspect in connection to the armed robbery at Family Dollar Monday night, is still on the run. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News first…
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Information for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and West Tennessee Healthcare is offer information about screenings and other ways to protect yourself and your loved ones. The accompanying graphics contain information about upcoming events including free screenings. Find more at the…
Safety tips for daylight saving time
With more daylight hours on the way with the upcoming time change this weekend, a regional utility provider, Entergy Mississippi, is offering safety tips for that extra time residents may spend outside. A few of the suggestions for springtime safety…
Police search for suspect in Family Dollar robbery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police are searching for a suspect in an armed robbery Monday evening at a local dollar store. Officers responded around 6:40 p.m. to a call about a robbery…
Information on local pollen levels
To find more information on local pollen levels, visit: https://www.pollen.com/
Local family starts a no kill pig rescue called Happy Pig Farm
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- "Ever since I was a little boy, my dad raised pigs, so I've constantly been around them my whole life," said James Carden, co-owner of Happy Pig Farm.…
Sorority offers Annual Youth Symposium
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated is offering a Youth Symposium March 10. It will be held on the campus of North Side High School. Watch for…
Pet of the week: Meet Bullet
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This week we are highlighting a pet with an incredible story. Meet Bullet. Organizers with Saving The Animals Together say Bullet was shot in the head when…
Information on construction fraud scams
For more information on construction fraud scams, visit www.fema.gov/disaster-fraud or see this article on the State of Tennessee website.
Country star Jake Owen to perform at Ballpark at Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jake Owen's "Life's Whatcha Make It Tour 2018" will stop to perform at the Ballpark at Jackson this summer. The country star is scheduled to perform June 15. The concert will feature special guest Chris Janson and…
Pet of the week: meet Gibbs
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Meet Gibbs! Gibbs is a 10-month-old Parsons Russell Terrier. He is potty and kennel trained. Gets along with other dogs and loves attention. He also loves playing catch. …
Information on West Tennessee roads, highways affected by floodwaters
West Tennessee roads affected by floodwaters as of Thursday evening, February 22 (Source: TDOT) *SR 77 in Carroll County has some water on the road, but is passable *SR 219 in Carroll County has some water on the road, but…
Black History Month: JMCSS teacher goes above and beyond for students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "At the end of the day, you go home feeling like you have made a difference," Donna Martin said. One Jackson-Madison County teacher is making a difference in the…
Information on tax refund scams
To find out more information on tax refund scams, visit: IRS website
Registration open for 'Walk Across Tennessee'
RIPLEY, Tenn. -- Registration is open for the upcoming "Walk Across Tennessee" event, which kicks off next month with a goal of walking 470 miles by April 28. The challenge begins…
JMCSS announces Teacher of the Year honorees
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System announced Tuesday their recognition of 23 outstanding educators. One was chosen from each of the district’s schools by a panel of fellow educators and co-workers, according to a release from the school…
Pre-K registration begins for Jackson-Madison Co. School System
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Registration for the pre-kindergarten program of the Jackson-Madison County School System is officially under way. The registration begins Tuesday, Feb. 20, and ends May 23. To qualify for consideration…
Meet the Pet of the week: Stubbs
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Meet Stubbs. Stubbs is only a year old. He loves to play with other dogs and go outside. His adoptive family says he is a great listener…
Exotic Pets stop by the WBBJ studios
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Exotic Pet Expo is at the Jackson Fairgrounds this weekend. Tickets for adults are $2, children 12 and under are free. Watch the video to see all the…
Dog food recalled after euthanasia drug concerns
Stores removed more than 31 varieties of dog food from their shelves after an investigation found the food contained the euthanasia drug pentobarbital. After an investigation by WJLA-TV in Washington, D.C., Smucker's, the company that owns most of the brands in…
