JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fire Department trainees started their morning with a mayday over the radio. The group is eight weeks into their training, and Tuesday they were put to the test. "We spent all day yesterday practicing those…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System is preparing for the first day of class in just a few weeks. To set the tone for this school year, they have…
This week's Pet of the Week from Saving the Animals Together is Emma! Emma is a sweet girl who loves playing in the yard and with her toys. She is thought…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School System welcomed new and old teachers with an orientation Friday morning. Together, they learned from the school board what to expect for the upcoming school year.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Union University is kicking off the 2021-22 school year with exciting news for students and staff, a step closer to how things were before the pandemic. "We…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Who's hiring Wednesday? A catchy question that may be helping local businesses. As if businesses weren't hurt enough by the pandemic, many are still feeling the long-term effects…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The COVID-19 pandemic caused workplaces, schools and other public buildings to close over the last year, but the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says the increase of people staying…
This week's Pet of the Week is Adina! Adina and her litter-mates were born into the rescue and she is still in search of her forever home. Adina is about…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A new recreational area may soon be open. There are currently 850 acres of empty fields, but, by fall, Middle Fork Bottoms Recreation Center will…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A local business is celebrating one year after starting during one of the most difficult times. "We are a coffee shop, but we do a lot more than…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local college has created a new incentive to get students vaccinated. "Don't hesitate. Be Lane safe, and vaccinate." That is Lane College's newest slogan. They say if…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For the first time since the pandemic, the Jackson Chamber is back for a member's breakfast. Jackson's Morning Drive was hosted by Voice of the Tennessee Titans, Mike Keith.…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Two men spend their days working in law enforcement and in a hospital setting. On their day off, they still found themselves helping others. Darrell Elder and his son Nick…
MILAN, Tenn. -- Will the Milan Arsenal project be finished before expected? Milan Mayor B.W. Beasley has made eight trips over the last five years to Washington D.C. to meet…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Bright and loud fireworks filled the sky to end the Fourth of July celebrations. Monday, many firework tents wrapped up on the side of the road and some…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With only a few days away from the Fourth of July, West Tennesseans are getting ready to celebrate. Fireworks are one of the most popular ways to celebrate the…
JACKSON, Tenn.--The first night of the 2021 Miss Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship Pageant got underway Wednesday evening. "We bring young ladies from all over the state who are very intelligent, talented…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Those who have been shopping for cars may have noticed there doesn't seem to be a lot of options at the dealerships. A microchip shortage caused by the pandemic,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Miss Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship Pageant is back in Jackson, and contestants have had an extra year to prepare due to the pandemic. Thirty-six candidates are excited…
MILAN, Tenn. --Â Milan Police Department says Damarius Bates, Kylin Finch, and Dallas Ingram are currently in custody after a shooting at the Milan Walmart on Saturday. Milan Police Department says 19-year-old Camryn…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There are more signs that things are returning to normal. What would have been the sixth year of concerts at the Amphitheatre was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, after…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- While driving down Main Street in Humboldt you can't miss the hot pink building with a brand new store inside. The Keena family from Illinois wanted to bring…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Budget Committee took another step towards finalizing their 2021-22 budget, except for one department. The committee met on Tuesday to hear changes and additional requests…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The Humboldt Chamber of Commerce is bringing more people to Main Street with great deals. The Chamber has created Better Together Smart Cards. Each card has promotions at a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- People were able to get out and fight crime with a little golf on Monday. Crime Stoppers hosted the 28th annual Crime Stoppers Golf Tournament at Jackson…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating yet another shooting in the Hub City. Neighbors were enjoying the nice, unexpected weather Monday afternoon before hearing gunshots, coming outside, and…
MILAN, Tenn. -- A ribbon cutting ceremony marked the opening of a new business in Milan. Rachel's Attic is a new store with a flea market/antique mall set up. There's a total of 300 vendor spaces, and 152 vendors have…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police have confirmed a critical shooting in Jackson. Jackson police officers were patrolling early Friday morning when officers reported hearing gunshots. At around 12:40 a.m., they responded to the apartments at…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson police officer is working towards a full recovery after a life changing diagnosis. In late April, 28-year-old Joseph Shephard received a critical diagnosis. The Jackson police officer…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Long Range Planning Committee met Wednesday morning to discuss the budget of Madison County. The committee members prioritized Pope School first. The project was approved to start in January of fiscal year 2022. They…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local government leaders can now can decide what to do with the latest COVID-19 relief funding. City and county officials from 21 counties in West Tennessee gathered at Jackson State Community College to receive the latest information…
PARKERS CROSSROADS, Tenn. -- This Memorial Day weekend, many will be honoring and remembering those who lost their lives while serving our country. "We remember and we thank all of those who…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System met with the Madison County Budget Committee to present their 2021-22 fiscal year budget. JMCSS Superintendent Dr. Marlon King says they worked strategically in building this budget to stay aligned with their…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Exchange Club Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse hosted a check presentation for the Andrew Jackson Marathon. The marathon presented a check to the center for $22,000, made up from the proceeds from…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As we approach Memorial Day weekend, we are expecting an influx of drivers to be moving through West Tennessee. Memorial Day is a holiday weekend many view as…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Tornado sirens and practice 911 calls marked the start of a mock disaster drill at Dyersburg State Community College. Nineteen emergency medical students took charge at the scene which recreated the scene of a tornado that…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- One family effected by epilepsy is looking for solutions. "You don't know how long 30 seconds is until your witnessing your child have a seizure," said Katie…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local songwriter and performer has made his way into the top country music charts. Born and raised in Jackson, John Pate developed a love for music…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The Humboldt Rotary Club met Friday afternoon to enjoy a good meal and listen to a special guest speaker. District 79 State Representative Curtis Halford gave the club a legislative…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The state of Tennessee is ending multiple federally-funded pandemic unemployment programs in July. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News reporter Conley Grayson Norris spoke with local businesses and employment agencies,…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- High school seniors were given the opportunity to find a job right as they graduate. Thursday morning, Humboldt High School seniors met at the Humboldt Medical Center…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- How can you save your child from being targeted by sex traffickers? "We're highly trained individuals, and fugitive apprehensions is a hallmark of the Marshals Service, and…
JACKSON, Tenn.--The cyber attack on the Colonial Pipeline is creating fears of a gas shortage. We spoke with many people traveling through West Tennessee Wednesday, and they all have the same concern...…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- One organization receives a gift that will help thousands of children. Wednesday afternoon, the Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse received a truck load of food from the headquarters of the The Church of…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Cookies for Cancer and Chester County families came together to celebrate the Mother of Year. For the last six weeks, Cookies for Cancer collected essays people…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is honoring one of their former presidents. Jackson State honored former President Dr. Allana Hamilton, who died at 55-years-old in February after suffering a…
MILAN, Tenn. -- The city of Milan came together for Thursday's National Day of Prayer. Community leaders and pastors from several different churches of different denominations met at Milan City Hall. Together…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The 83rd annual West Tennessee Strawberry Festival kicked off Thursday's events with a parade. One of the highlights of the annual Strawberry Festival is the Junior Floats…
CAMDEN, Tenn. -- There is an update to a standoff with a fugitive that ended a tragic death. Leroy Stocker, 30, was on the 300 block of…
JACKSON, Tenn.--The grand opening of a Great Wolf Lodge is something the Jackson Chamber has been talking about for two and a half years now. Due to the pandemic, many budget cuts were…
