JACKSON, Tenn. --- The search continues for a missing Jackson man. Community members gathered on a search to find Brian McKenzie who went missing in September of 2019 at the age of 21. Family and friends have gone on…
JACKSON, Tenn. --- Residents geared up to take their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccination. The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department was busy Saturday as residents in Phase 1a2 received their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. "I feel…
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee Martin hosted its annual advisory board meeting. The meeting was virtual and leaders discussed updated plans for the university. UT Martin has made changes to…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- State health leaders provided an updated on the vaccination plan. The Tennessee Department of Health revised their plan, as well as recognized the new COVID-19 variant B117. "We have identified the B117 variant in Tennessee. If you…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The budget for the future of Jackson was made on Thursday. City officials gathered to discuss budget priorities for the upcoming years during a budget work session.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you usually take Henderson Road, prepare to find an alternate route over the coming weeks. "Today, Henderson Road is being closed for the demolition of that bridge. At first, it will kind of look like that…
CAMDEN, Tenn, ---A city in West Tennessee welcomes it's first higher education institution soon. The residents of Camden will soon have the opportunity to take classes at its first ever university. Bethel University is adding a seventh campus location…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The 2021 Brownsville Unity Breakfast was held virtually on Saturday. Brownsville Mayor Bill Rawls hosted the virtual breakfast. This was the Unity Breakfast Group's first meeting of the year. It's an informal opportunity for faith-based leaders and…
JACKSON, Tenn. --- A new way to eat from home is being offered in the hub city. Mama Baudo's Chow Bella is now offering an authentic cook at home experience. "We have our mama's apron boxes. This lets you…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Discussion and a decision from local health leaders regarding mega chicken farm operations in Madison County was made Friday. The Madison County Board of Health called a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The "For The Love of Jackson" contest is promoting shopping local throughout Jackson. "We've been very pleased with the results of For The Love of Jackson. It's…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school has been granted a water bottle filling station. Jackson Careers and Technology School is among 55 other elementary schools who've been awarded a "Water's Cool…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- January 11 is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, and a statewide campaign is underway to help keep you safe at home. The Tennessee Secretary of State released the…
JACKSON, Tenn. —A new transportation app is available now for community members to use. The City of Jackson has launched a new app with Jackson Transit Authority. "A few months ago we received…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee couple is celebrating a special milestone. Linda and Flake Hudson celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday. The two have been together since age 17 and 19.…
JACKSON, Tenn. —Local charities are giving back to those in need in the Jackson community. City Councilman Johnny Dodd, Men on the Move, and Benton Future Leaders of Tennessee hosted their first food…
WASHINGTON -- Congressional leaders representing the Volunteer State shared their thoughts on protesters who breached security and caused chaos inside of the U.S. Capitol building on Wednesday. "I'm very angry. What we saw…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Community members held a protest over alleged animal abuse. Several people protested outside the mayor's office in Humboldt. They say they want justice for the animals allegedly abused by Humboldt city employees, 56-year-old Bruce Lynn Pafford…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local and state leaders gathered to discuss important issues as we begin 2021. One of them, the Memphis Regional Megasite in Haywood County. The Southwest Tennessee Development District hosted…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local preschool is celebrating Christmas in January. Hands Up! Preschool showcased its over $5,000 worth of supplies that were donated by numerous organizations in the community. The…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Monday is the first day the COVID-19 vaccine "rapid response list" is now available to the public. The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department occasionally has leftover COVID-19 vaccines that…
JACKSON, Tenn, –A local church holds its first service following the new year. SoulQuest church got to hear a special sermon from Pastor Ronnie Coleman titled, "Press on" to encourage church…
JACKSON, Tenn, --Shoppers headed out to the stores following the end of the holiday season. WBBJ-7 spoke with shoppers to find out what brought them out. With holiday shopping behind us, it's time to…
JACKSON, Tenn. --The health department released new information regarding the COVID-19 vaccine for the Jackson-Madison County area. Earlier this week, the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department announced residents 75 years old…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another round of first responders' vaccinations took place Saturday. The Jackson Madison County Regional Health Department distributed the COVID-19 vaccine to people included in the 1a2 phase. Other healthcare providers in the community, as well as,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News checked in with local festivities going on in the community to ring in the new year. To bring in 2021, the Elks Lodge celebrated by hosting…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A vacant elementary school is picking up the pieces after investigators say it was vandalized. It was at Malesus Elementary School where several individuals allegedly entered the school and destroyed…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local training gym is making sure athletes have what it takes to make it big. Fightshop in Jackson is on a mission to train and shape individuals wanting to elevate…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A utility pole on the 45 Bypass is being repaired by the Jackson Energy Authority. Service for approximately 2,000 telecom customers in Jackson was disrupted around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, when a vehicle took down the utility pole.…
JACKSON, Tenn. --Â A local church is expressing how the best is yet to come for 2021. Englewood Baptist Church Pastor, Adam Dooley, spoke to WBBJ-7 about how 2020 was a humbling experience. …
JACKSON, Tenn. -- WBBJ-7 went out into the Jackson community to ask members how their Christmas went. We asked people what they liked best about Christmas and what was their favorite present. We got…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For the day after Christmas, many shoppers could be seen throughout Jackson. WBBJ-7 spoke to shoppers to see what brought them out. The day after Christmas many locals headed out to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's traditionally one of the busiest travel periods of the year, as travel begins for the Christmas holiday. "Beginning today on Wednesday at noon, we are halting any temporary…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A temporary warming shelter for men is coming to the Hub City. The City of Jackson is teaming up with local nonprofits to provide a warming center for…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Commission voted in favor of having the Jackson-Madison County Health Department deal with requests related to proposed mega chicken farms. "We're limited about what…
NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Leaders with the Tennessee Department of Health provided an update on COVID-19 in the state on Sunday. Officials say Tennessee is ranked number one in the country with the highest number of COVID-19…
JACKSON, Tenn. — A local lodge gives back with Christmas baskets. Elks lodge in Jackson delivered 192 Christmas baskets to those in need in the Jackson-Madison County area. "We've been doing this for…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A young boy wanted to do something nice for those who have lost a loved one who fought for our country. Jacob Smith, 17, constructed 20 memorial flag boxes to display military memorabilia. He hosted a…
JACKSON, Tenn. — A ceremony was held for Lateesha Matthews, who was shot and killed last Saturday night. Matthew's friends and family paid their respects by hosting a candlelight vigil at Kate Campbell Robertson Memorial Park to honor her memory.…
MILAN, Tenn. —West Tennessee families now have some much needed help for the holidays. Two local businesses in Milan partnered together to host a drive-thru food giveaway for the community. Newbill's Heating and Air and The Corner boutique in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Many businesses have struggled during the pandemic, but some local businesses have been able to thrive. What are their secrets to making it work during these challenging times?…
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- A virtual seminar to learn safety tips is coming your way. Flock Safety is working with Police Chief Michael Pitts and the Savannah Police Department to host a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee Republican U.S. Senator-elect Bill Hagerty spoke to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Monday to discuss the COVID-19 vaccine. Hagerty says he, Congressman Rose and Senator Blackburn toured a facility…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- On December 12 at approximately 9:05 p.m., officers responded to the area of Meadowlands Cove on the north side of Jackson for a call of shots fired. In…
One West Tennessee woman experienced a special birthday party that she says she will never forget. Family and friends organized a drive-by birthday party for Callie Kelly, who is turning 90-years-old today. Family members say this was their best…
JACKSON, Tenn, -- An annual holiday tradition, raising money to give back to a local organization. Musician LoLo and her friends put together a Christmas show to raise funds for RIFA. The…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the Hub City! Santa's House is located at the corner of East Lafayette Street and North Highland Avenue next to the Farmers Market. Parents were able to take…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- More 2020 graduates celebrated a special moment, as 285 Union University students put on their caps and gowns for the 2020 Fall Commencement Ceremony. The graduation ceremony took place at Oman Arena in east Jackson Saturday…
JACKSON, Tenn, -- A local real estate agency hosted a Christmas themed popup event for local businesses. HCB Development hosted Christmas at the Roundabout in Downtown Jackson Saturday. "Today we're providing a safe space for local vendors to set…
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- Dozens of people are in custody in a West Tennessee county following a drug investigation. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation joined the Savannah Police Department and Hardin County Sheriff's Office Wednesday, targeting drug sales in Hardin County.…
