JACKSON, Tenn. -- In fall 2020, 240 kids in Tennessee were missing. "Children in our state are safer. Predators are behind bars, and for those who aren't, they should be…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine is en-route to arrive in Tennessee on Wednesday. The Tennessee Department of Health announced the state will receive 54,000 doses of the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new program can help people struggling to pay rent or utilities. "As long as COVID is with us, as long as people are not returning to…
This week's Pet of the Week brought to you by Saving the Animals Together is Beans! He is a 1-1/2-year-old Boxer who is in need of a forever home! This…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Since the pandemic began, Alexandria Place residents were closed off from the world, only seeing and speaking to family and friends through a window or a phone call.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After more than three years as the United States Attorney for the Western District of Tennessee, Mike Dunavant has announced his resignation. He'll leave office on Sunday,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Rose Hill School is hosting a virtual event to celebrate Black History Month. The event is over the course of two days, with two different speakers via…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local high school came together to celebrate Black History Month. "So much of what has happened in the past is who we are right now. We stand on the shoulders of people who made great commitments…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Many homes and business owners have been left with little to no water pressure -- some with no water at all -- following the winter storm.…
This week’s Pet of the Week, brought to you by Saving the Animals Together, is Spice! This beautiful girl is a 3-year-old American Bully who is full of smiles…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- While the snow caused many businesses to close, a few actually benefited from this week's winter weather. "I've been doing this since 2007, snow plowing," said David Weissenfluh,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The last bit of snow from the winter storm came down Thursday in Savannah, covering up the roads once again. While Main Street is cleared off, it's the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Plumbing and heating companies are swamped with customers having issues with pipes and heating systems, but they say there are a few things you can do to ease the strain on your homes. Lanier English with McCoy's…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Many people are out enjoying the winter weather and playing in the snow. With many schools closed, it's more than likely many adults and kids are looking to…
This week’s Pet of the Week brought to you by Saving the Animals Together is Oakley. Oakley is a lively love-bug who would do well in a home with another dog and…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Winter weather is here, and it's not letting up any time soon. As we continue to see freezing temperatures with a wintry mix in the forecast, there are a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Bitterly cold temperatures are in the forecast for this upcoming weekend. Those dangerously low temperatures make it hard for those without shelter to survive. Tennessee Homeless Solutions Executive…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson's budget committee is looking at their 5-year-draft capital plan, but expect many changes through the upcoming review process. Thursday, committee members discussed financial options for…
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…
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…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There is an update from the FBI on the suspect arrested in Jackson for an almost 30-year-old double homicide. "In this case we have a very young…
This week's Pet of the Week brought to you by Saving the Animals Together is Indie. Indie is a Lab-mix puppy who is about 11-weeks-old. She is super sweet and…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Mental health professionals are getting new training that could help people struggling, even during a pandemic. "People always say to me 'I wish I had had this so…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- A local university president spoke with community leaders about how his school is adapting with the pandemic. The Paris-Henry County Chamber of Commerce gathered for a roundtable discussion…
JACKSON, Tenn.--Many communities with cancer centers are coming together to take the initiative and promote World Cancer Day. Jackson-Madison County General Hospital is helping to raise awareness of cancer within the…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.--During the height of the pandemic, the Humboldt Plaza 3 was forced to close. Now back open, they are still dangerously close to closing for good. If the theater does…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local restaurant is giving back to the community. …
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Madison County Library is encouraging you to read in exchange for the chance to win some prizes. "After the holidays, it's a little bit of a…
This week's Pets of the Week are Jimmy and Timmy, brought to you by Saving the Animals Together. Jimmy and Timmy enjoy playing tug-of-war with their rope toys,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Last year, the Jackson-Madison County Library partnered with Jackson Housing Authority to provide Lincoln Courts WiFi in their community rooms. Now, they're working together again to encourage reading…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local restaurants are concerned about the possibility of the nation's minimum wage being raised. In President Joe Biden's $1.9 trillion relief package or stimulus plan, he has…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee legislature is discussing several new bills and proposals. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Conley Grayson Norris spoke with House Speaker Cameron Sexton about those discussions and what…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Patrol for a new social media campaign to raise awareness about increasing numbers of deaths on Tennessee…
This week's Pet of the Week is Miss Adina. Adina came into Saving The Animals Together with her mom and siblings when she was only 3-days-old. She may have been…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There's a new way for Madison County residents 75 and older to schedule COVID-19 vaccine appointments. Health department officials say their phone lines crashed when they first opened…
MILAN, Tenn. -- COVID-19 has extended time away from the classroom, resulting in students experiencing a learning loss in reading and math. Milan Special School District Director of Schools Jonathan Criswell…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Wednesday is the first day that there have been fewer than 100 COVID-positive patients hospitalized at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital since Thanksgiving. Amy Garner with West Tennessee Healthcare says…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department, seven percent of Madison County's population has been vaccinated with their first doses of COVID-19 vaccines. Health department regional director…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tuesday morning, Jackson city leaders met virtually for their monthly budget committee meeting. During the meeting, budget committee members discussed the calendar for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The committee…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local library received a grant to provide learning opportunities to newborns. The Community Impact grant for the West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation will enable the library to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fire Department is investigating a garage fire this morning in east Jackson. Fire officials say residents of a home on Hickory Hollow Drive reported hearing a loud boom in their garage, and looked outside to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday was the first Jackson-Madison County School Board meeting of 2021. Board members approved several amendments, and say they are excited to kick off the new year with…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Before the Power Ball drawings were read Wednesday night, we asked several people standing in line to buy a ticket what would they do with all that money if they won. "I…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local gym presented a check to the Regional Interfaith Association Wednesday evening after their annual event to raise funds. Gold's Gym hosted their 11th annual Turkey Day…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Leaders with the Jackson Animal Care Center say they've found a way to pair families with a pet in hopes of providing a loving home. "Grand majority…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Members of the Jackson-Madison County Education Vision committee discussed what lies ahead for the Jackson-Madison County School System. In Tuesday's meeting, Superintendent Dr. Marlon King announced a…
JACKSON, Tenn.--The Jackson-Madison County School Board's Work Session for January was held Monday evening to discuss a number of topics for the upcoming school year. The school leaders addressed a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Hub City is losing another big retail store. Macy's confirmed they are closing 36 locations this year, one being located in Jackson's Old Hickory Mall. The Jackson Chamber…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After the protest in Washington DC, many Jacksonians have questions and concerns to what happens next. Many residents are concerned that our country is in need of an…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local mayor is speaking out following an allegation of animal abuse in his town. On Monday, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News obtained information in a Facebook post from several witnesses claiming two men from the Humboldt Animal…
