West Tennesseans shop for deals on electronics
JACKSON, Tenn.--West Tennesseans go Black Friday shopping, and some head out for the best deals on electronics. Shoppers from Selmer to Milan and everywhere in between came out to Jackson's…
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Local boutique hosts 'Sip and Shop' event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local boutique kicked off the holiday season with a little shopping. Sassy Grace Boutique hosted a Sip and Shop the evening of Thanksgiving. People shopped for everything…
Jackson firefighters share their holiday experience
JACKSON, Tenn. -- While many are off for Thanksgiving, not all have that ability. Fires don't stop for the Thanksgiving holiday. WBBJ reporter Ali Mason hung out at Jackson Fire Department's Station…
Local physician responds to comments from letter to officials
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local physician is responding to comments from local officials after he wrote a letter to them. Dr. Jimmy Hoppers, with Physicians Quality Care, wrote a letter to…
West Tennesseans shop last minute for Thanksgiving meals
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's Thanksgiving Eve, and many West Tennesseans hit the stores for some last minute treats. Some people plan on cooking and some just picked up Thanksgiving food that was…
Mental health professional gives tips on holiday grief amid pandemic
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Every year around the holidays, people mourn the loss of a loved one. This year, their grieving process may be different because of the pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic may add a…
Community prays for Jackson hospitality icon
JACKSON, Tenn.--Community members come together to pray for the CEO of a restaurant staple in West Tennessee. Pastors from Jackson area churches held a prayer vigil for Clark Shaw, the CEO…
Local restaurants open for Thanksgiving
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you're staying home this year because of COVID-19, you can still indulge in delicious Thanksgiving classics. "We have a great deal of orders already, and we're anticipating getting…
Crockett Co. Sheriff's Office investigates shots fired
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- According to Capt. Roy Mosier with the Crockett County Sheriff's Office, deputies received a report of gunfire heard in the 1600 block of Johnson Grove road just after 6 Monday evening. Investigators tell us it appears…
Local stores prepare for holiday shopping
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several small businesses are preparing for upcoming holiday shopping. "Right now is the time to support your local businesses, wherever you live," said LD2 Market Shoppes Owner…
Multiple agencies respond to Crockett Co. house fire
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Several agencies responded to a house fire in Crockett County. Chief Charlie Burleson with the Gadsden Fire Department says they were paged out around 6 p.m. Friday to a house on Salem Church Road. Alamo and…
Dispatchers create military care packages for holidays
DYER, Tenn. -- First responders want to give back to men and women serving our country, just in time for the holiday season. Gibson County dispatchers need the community's help with making spirits brighter for soldiers who may not get…
Union University holds annual Christmas concert
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One university rings in the holiday season with a little music. Union University's Department of Music presented its annual Christmas concert Thursday evening, featuring the orchestra and choir. This year's theme was "A Thankful Christmas at Union."…
Southern fast food chain turns 60 years old
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A well known restaurant chain celebrates its 60th birthday. Jack's Family Restaurant was founded in 1960 in Homewood, Alabama. It started as a walk up hamburger stand that…
Governor Lee, Dr. Piercey discuss pandemic as holidays approach
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Governor Bill Lee held his weekly news conference after pausing for other meetings. With the holidays ahead, officials are concerned about people's actions and where we are in…
WBBJ anchor shares COVID-19 experience
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Last Wednesday, we informed West Tennessee about Brad Douglass's COVID-19 diagnosis. Since then, he's been in quarantine at home, and we've all felt the absence. "I'm looking forward…
Health officials concerned by hospitalizations, issue mask mandate in Madison Co.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local officials announced a new mask mandate for Madison County. "We are issuing a mask mandate that will become effective at midnight tonight," said Jackson-Madison County Regional…
Local clinic offers 'The Sounds of Christmas'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local clinic wants to bring you the sounds of Christmas. West Tennessee ENT Clinic is holding a contest, and they're gifting one person a pair of premium hearing aids. The clinic is taking nominations through December…
Organizations come together to launch 'Koins for Kids' fundraiser
JACKSON, Tenn. -- You can help 'change' a young person's life for Christmas. One fundraiser wants to bring some jingle into the lives of 424 West Tennessee teens. "He felt like…
School board meeting discusses employee insurance, budget amendments
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School board members meet briefly for their monthly meeting. Employee of the Month awards were handed out to several employees in the school system. Board members…
Local lodge holds Veterans Day program
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A group with veterans in mind celebrated them on Veterans Day. Elks Lodge 192 held a Veterans Day program on Wednesday. They had a prayer, speakers and an…
TWRA adjusts waterfowl leftover permits due to pandemic
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Participants in a regional favorite hobby will see some changes this year. Before you grab your hunting gear, there are some changes with leftover permits. "This year, due…
State representative pens op-ed on health privacy
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- In response to what some officials call "an ongoing issue of privacy," a state representative writes an op-ed on the topic. "My main purpose in the op-ed…
Local attorney, former 'Jeopardy!' contestant reacts to Alex Trebek's death
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A Henderson attorney who competed on a well known game show speaks out about the host's recent death. 'Jeopardy!' host Alex Trebek died Sunday at 80 after his battle…
Local group holds ceremony celebrating, honoring veterans
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Just ahead of Veterans Day, a group held a special ceremony for those who served our country. "There are so many that can't be here because they're giving…
Crockett Co. mayor addresses spike in COVID-19 cases
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Another West Tennessee county -- one without a hospital -- continues seeing concerning COVID-19 cases. Crockett County started out as the only county in the area without any cases, but now it is second in the…
West Tennessee county continues concerning trend in COVID-19 cases
DYER COUNTY, Tenn. -- One West Tennessee county continues seeing an alarming rise in COVID-19 cases. Dyer County Mayor Chris Young, who says he got sick from COVID-19 himself and is…
TDOC agent shot, TBI wanted fugitive arrested
JACKSON, Tenn.--An agent with the Tennessee Department of Correction is shot and a fugitive wanted by authorities is in custody after an hours-long stand off with police in east Jackson Monday evening.…
Boys & Girls Club students vote in mock election
JACKSON, Tenn.--Students learn about the election process hands-on. The Boys and Girls Club at Isaac Lane Elementary School held a mock election, Monday. They learned about the two candidates, how the results…
Halloween events around West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's spooky season, and there's plenty of "spooktacular" fun going around in West Tennessee. "You know, there's a lot going on in the world, and I don't want…
Local lodge raises over $3,000 for breast cancer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One group raised more awareness and funds for breast cancer. The Foundation through the West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation received a $3,183 check from Elks Lodge 192 in…
First 18-year-old voter celebrates 100 years of women's suffrage
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- 2020 is a year full of history, and a historic presidential election just adds to it. However, it's also the 100th anniversary for women's right to vote. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News spoke with Gwen McCaffrey McReynolds,…
STAR Center holds sensory-friendly trunk-or-treat
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local center held a safe trunk-or-treat with a community in mind. The STAR Center held a sensory-friendly trunk-or-treat for community members of all ages. The event…
Health officials address rise in hospitalizations due to COVID-19
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee held his first in-person news briefing after being in quarantine. The major concern from state health officials is the rise in hospitalizations due to COVID-19.…
Police confirm person hit in north Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thanks to a WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News tipster, we received word this evening about a heavy police presence and an ambulance near Casey Jones Motel. Leaders with the Jackson Police Department confirmed that a person was struck.…
Rural hospital to reopen after closing for six years
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A rural hospital in West Tennessee that closed six years ago will soon be the first to reopen in the state. Community members in Haywood County are ecstatic to…
Shelter in critical need of dog food, other basic supplies
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local animal shelter is in critical need of basic essentials for its animals. The Brownsville-Haywood County Animal Shelter saw an increase in pets over the last several…
US Senator discusses SCOTUS, 2020 elections
JACKSON, Tenn. -- U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn held a video conference to give an update from Washington D.C., just a week and a half before the election. "We have been very pleased…
Farm to host corn maze fundraiser for dive team
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- If you're looking for fun fall festivities this weekend, one local farm is hosting one with a purpose. Sunset Valley Farms in Henderson County will host a…
Physician speaks out on COVID-19 data reporting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local physician is continuing to speak out against and raise awareness of reporting of patient information to the state if a patient tests negative for COVID-19. Dr. Jimmy…
Antique store gives back to resource for children
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An antique store is giving back to charity through a fall shopping night. Carriage House Antique Market and Cafe held a fundraiser for the Carl Perkins Center for the…
McNairy Co. project aims to raise awareness for human trafficking
MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- People across McNairy County want everyone to know they want to end what one community member calls a money laundering business: human trafficking. "Human trafficking generates $150…
Local representative gives update on COVID-19 data privacy issue
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local representative is speaking on the recent issue of reporting patient information to the state if they test negative for COVID-19. TN Dept of Health Covid-19…
Governor Lee, Dr. Lisa Piercey discuss COVID-19 in weekly news conference
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Governor Bill Lee held his weekly news conference on COVID-19 from quarantine. State officials discussed testing, mask mandates, and cases across the state. In Governor Lee's virtual news conference, he…
Local clinic's CEO concerned over new state health dept. mandate
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you test negative for COVID-19, a local physician wants you to be aware of your personal medical information, because your information could still be reported to…
Madison Co. mayor, chief deputy testify on day 4 of sheriff's lawsuit
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Friday afternoon, Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris came in to testify on day four of Madison County Sheriff John Mehr's lawsuit against the county over his budget. In…
$5,000 in grants given to JMCSS by credit union
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School board met for the month of October and had some positive news. Five $1,000 grants from Leaders Credit Union were given to the…
Rep. Kustoff discusses stimulus negotiations, Judge Amy Coney Barrett
JACKSON, Tenn. -- WBBJ Reporter Ali Mason sat down with the Rep. David Kustoff to discuss Judge Amy Coney Barrett, COVID-19 negotiations in Washington D.C., and a new initiative. "The American Bar…
Governor, health commissioner discuss new COVID-19 trends in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Governor Bill Lee held a virtual news conference after one of his staff members tested positive for COVID-19. During the call, Gov. Lee and Health Commissioner Dr. Lisa Piercey discussed where our state is in relation to…
Jackson Symphony to hold weekend concert
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you long for the sounds of a symphony, you're in luck this weekend. The Jackson Symphony will hold an American-themed brass and percussion concert Saturday evening. There will be one…
