JACKSON, Tenn. -- As Thanksgiving ends, another holiday is about to get underway. Many stores will open early on Friday with major deals. However, with the pandemic, Black Friday could look…
MEDINA, Tenn. -- A local, family owned restaurant remained open for Thanksgiving to give families an opportunity to celebrate the holiday. At 6 a.m., the Rhodes Family Diner in Medina opened…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- This year, people have been advised to stay at home during the holiday season. However some people decided being with family could not wait. "I really don't…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Governor Bill Lee held his COVID-19 news briefing to discuss Tennessee's current strategy to tackle coronavirus as we approach the holidays. After a 2 and a half percent increase in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson City Council met Tuesday evening for an agenda review. The council received more than $150,000 from Amerigroup to replace playground equipment at 3 different parks. Those parks include Stella Duncan Park, Muse Park, and Conger…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Airport Authority's Board of Commissioners held a special meeting Monday evening. Two airlines are pitching proposals, hoping to be be the one chosen to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The impact of COVID-19 has hit home for a local family who recently lost their loved one. Andrea Chase, 53, was diagnosed with COVID-19 on Monday, July…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The American Cancer Society in Tennessee hosted a first of its kind gala event Thursday evening. The virtual event "Better Together" brought together corporate and community leaders, along with American Cancer Society supporters from across the state.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System budget committee met Thursday to discuss a number of topics. The committee was able to discuss this past year's budget and get ahead on planning the next one. "The previous one was…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local restaurant's CEO has been admitted into the hospital for COVID-19. CEO of the Old Country Store, Clark Shaw, was diagnosed with COVID-19 Monday, November 9 after being out of town the week before. Clark had…
CAMDEN, Tenn. -- A road show is headed to Camden on Saturday, November 21. John Schneider's new movie "Stand On" is getting ready to make its November debut. Schneider wrote and…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- One in five children and one in six adults are now food insecure, meaning they don't have access to a stable system of food. To help, Amerigroup Tennessee has donated…
DRESDEN, Tenn. -- This year, the Weakley County community is un-decorating the Dresden tree for families in need this holiday season. Several non-profit organizations in Weakley County came together Tuesday evening…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For a lot of us, our favorite holiday memories are centered around a dining room table with family and friends. This year, a local organization is helping bring…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Kylee Perry and Sophie Lepinski, students at South Gibson County Middle and Elementary School, are using their talent to help provide a Thanksgiving meal for local families. "We've…
TRENTON, Tenn. -- Around 4 p.m. Monday afternoon, the Gibson County Fire Department was paged to a house fire on Concord Cades Road. According to officials, when the firefighters arrived there…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This weekend the Jackson Symphony will continue its 60th season with the largest orchestra they have had so far. Anyone and everyone is invited. This is the Jackson…
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Highway 412 was closed for hours following a fatal crash in Crockett County. Thursday afternoon, a semi-truck and a front loader were both involved in a crash. The…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Over 500,000 veterans currently suffer from PTSD. The north Jackson Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1848 hosted an event to bring peace to those who are suffering. Thursday evening,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The American Heart Association has created a new campaign addressing a drop in 911 calls and emergency room visits during the pandemic. AHA has created the campaign to remind…
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- "Jordan's Way" hosted an event to raise money for a Carroll County animal shelter. The Carroll County Humane Society was featured in a Facebook live video by Kris…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Board members with the Jackson-Madison County School System met for a work session Monday evening to discuss a number of topics. JMCSS Chief of Staff Greg Hammond…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has reached a settlement in a federal lawsuit that could cost several hundred thousand dollars. The city will have another special meeting next week…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Police and healthcare officials say they want to raise awareness of knowing where the nearest emergency medical facility is, after an unfortunate incident this past weekend in which…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The polls are now closed and many voters are sharing their hopes for what the country's future holds. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News reached out to local residents to see what they hope to see in our next…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Secretary of State Tre Hargett hosted a press briefing to provide an update on the 2020 Election. Coordinator of Elections Mark Goins joined Hargett to discuss the substantial record set of early voters and the total number…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- According to investigators with the Madison County Sheriff's Office, Saturday night, 7-year-old Jay Banks and a few friends were trick-or-treating from his great grandma's house on Watson Road.…
JACK SON, Tenn. -- Madison County residents were invited to a "Boo Bag" drive-thru to start the Halloween celebrations. The Boo Bag event was held at H. Leroy Pope…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday was the final day for early voting before the November general election. "We have had a record turnout for early absentee and voting, so we're really…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A long-term care and assisted living facility reopened its doors to visitors after no positive COVID-19 cases for 14 days. After many FaceTime calls and conversations through the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church hosted an event to celebrate Halloween a little early. Little ones and their families were able to drive through East Union Baptist Church for some…
MEDINA, Tenn. -- In addition to the presidential election, residents of Medina are continuing to vote in local elections. Participants are able to vote for the City Alderman, City Mayor, and a referendum to allow wine sales at retail food…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- The West Tennessee Healthcare Board of Trustees met Tuesday evening to discuss where their plans and budget stands as they anticipate a second coronavirus wave. With the impact of COVID-19,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Bethel Springs resident survived COVID-19 after 11 days in the ICU. 52-year-old Dan Moore battled COVID-19 for more than 18 days and is still recovering. He…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A local church is inviting anyone and everyone to a drive-thru event for free food. Faith Family of First Assembly of God partnered with Rural Compassion, Farmers to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- All Jackson and Medina first responders were invited out for a chance to come together and enjoy some delicious food. "We can't imagine society without authority and protection…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church has donated a refrigerated semi-truck to the Regional Inter-Faith Association, enabling them to serve more cold food to the community. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Medical staff are now required to turn over your personal information if you take a test for COVID-19, even if it's a negative result. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News…
HENDERSON, Tenn.-- If you happen to walk or drive through Freed-Hardeman University's campus, you might see President David Shannon. In fact, you may see a hundred or more people who look just…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Commission met for their monthly meeting, Monday evening. "We got a lot of committees approved tonight which is a usual September situation so that was…
JACKSON, Tenn. — On Thursday, the trial between the Madison County Sheriff’s Office and Madison County continued with discussions on whether or not the agency is properly staffed and funded. Day…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Day two of the trial between the Madison County Sheriff's Department and Madison County ended with an East Tennessee professor on the stand. The two sides argued on the sheriff's department's…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Department first filed a lawsuit against Madison County more than a year ago. Now they're finally in the courtroom. Tuesday morning, the two sides met in circuit…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Democratic Candidate for the U.S. Senate race in Tennessee shares her campaign goals as we near election day. "Right now we're not just moving individuals as voters, we're…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After a third hurricane in a short period of time, the Red Cross is preparing to deploy volunteers. Those who are equipped and trained are preparing to leave in what might be 2 or 3 days. Executive…
MILAN, Tenn. -- To close the gap between struggling farmers and families, a local school district gave them a chance to meet in the middle with fresh food. "We're grateful to…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- For over 20 years the Fall Rummage Sale has created a way for shoppers to find a great deal while supporting Freed-Hardeman University students. "A lot of students come to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Top Ladies of Distinction in Jackson adopted the corner of North Royal and Lane Avenue years ago to do civic services. Tuesday evening, they painted fences, raked…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- National Cyber Security Month is here and there are a number of tips on how to prevent and react to cyber-crime. "All of us connected to the internet…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- On Friday morning a Jackson resident received a phone call concerning their family's Amazon account. That person says they recently ordered from Amazon's website, and was told the phone…
