Tax free weekend to begin Friday in Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Get your school supply shopping lists ready! Tax free weekend starts on Friday, July 30 and ends on Sunday, Aug. 1. It is a weekend that benefits…
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NAACP requests JMCSS reconsider mask policy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local civil rights organization is calling on the support of school leaders regarding COVID-19 protocol. The Jackson-Madison County NAACP is requesting that Jackson-Madison County Schools reconsider school openings…
City, Waste Management talk do's and don'ts of trash pickup
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There are a few things you need to know about changes regarding trash pickup in Jackson. Talking Trash Live was held on Wednesday to clarify what Jackson residents…
New Hub Club hosts 'Touch a Truck' for kids
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There's a new program to keep youth involved in their communities. The New Hub Club hosted a "Touch a Truck" event where children in the community could come out and interact with first responders, as well…
Infectious disease doctor looks at COVID-19 delta variant risks
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new COVID-19 strain is among us. The delta variant is now considered to be the main strain of COVID-19 in the United States. Infectious Disease Physician, Dr.…
Better Business Bureau discusses 'Emergency Call' scam
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South is warning Tennesseans of a new phone scam going around. The bureau says in just West Tennessee alone, there have been seven…
Family preserves sons' memory through restaurant
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One West Tennessee woman, along with her family, are on a mission to keep their sons' memory alive through a restaurant. Dorena Collier is the owner…
Faces of Our Veterans organizers discuss upcoming event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A project to showcase those who fought for our country is back. "This is our second year to do 'Faces of Our Veterans.' We started last year.…
Suspect sentenced in 2019 shooting in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The man convicted of fatally shooting another man in east Jackson back in 2019 has been sentenced. "The only person that will do life is me. The only…
Pet of the Week: Joey
This week's Pet of the Week from Saving the Animals Together is Joey! Joey is a sweet, loving, and quirky boy! He loves playing and will pester anyone and everyone…
Local locksmith to offer free spare keys to parents
RAMER, Tenn. -- One of the worst fears a parent can have is locking a child in a car. Hollingsworth Locksmith Service is offering free spare keys to make sure every…
Madison Co. Sheriff's Office hosts training for PTSD, mental illness
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office has partnered with veterans to expose deputies to Crisis Intervention Team training, a national program that helps first responders learn what to…
Horizons returns to Freed-Hardeman University
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- One of the biggest events at a local university is returning. Horizons, hosted annually at Freed-Hardeman University for youth, is one of many events making a comeback after…
City Council discusses street paving, homeless shelter projects
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson City Council met for the first meeting of the new fiscal year. During the meeting, Jackson City Council members discussed a variety of items, but the…
Pet of the Week: Bella
This week's Pet of the Week from Saving the Animals together is Bella! Bella is approximately 4-years-old. She was pulled from the shelter pregnant and scared. She is now full…
"Operation Dry Water" begins this weekend for July 4 holiday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is making sure you're informed of the risks of boating under the influence. "Operation Dry Water" is a nationwide awareness campaign and…
Local VFW posts celebrates Independence Day with flag retirement
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In honor of Independence Day, VFW Post 6496 in Jackson celebrated with a flag retirement ceremony. "It feels sensational. I wish every person in America would see…
Local sheriff expresses concern about new permitless carry law
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Starting July 1, adults 21 and up can now carry a handgun without a permit after Governor Bill Lee signed a "Permitless Carry" law. Crockett County Sheriff…
Concerns raised after inmate escapes at youth correctional facility
FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- There are concerns after a series of inmate escapes at a local youth correctional facility. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office is continuously working to find a…
TDOT to halt lane closures for Fourth of July weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation wants to make sure you're prepared before hitting the road this holiday weekend. Beginning Friday at 6 a.m., TDOT will be halting all temporary…
Pet of the Week: Skrat
This week's Pet of the week is Skrat! Skrat came to Saving The Animals Together through one of their rescue partners. He came in emaciated and scared. The past few…
Shooting Hunger event raises funds for food insecurity
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- Tennessee Farm Bureau, Farm Credit Mid-America, and Farmer's Co-Op partnered to host "Shooting Hunger" in Huntingdon. It's a way for those who love to shoot to raise funds…
Summer camp teaches Weakley County students financial responsibility
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- After the Tennessee legislature mandated that schools provide a summer learning loss program to address deficiencies due to the pandemic, Weakley County Schools administrators and literacy…
Former West TN Healthcare employee allegedly attempted to steal over $355,000 from hospital
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A former West Tennessee Healthcare employee is facing a federal indictment after she allegedly took money from a local hospital. "On May 28th, 2020, our hospital leadership here at…
Jackson General emergency room reaches critical need for blood
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The emergency room at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital is in critical need of blood. Dr. David James, MD says everyday the hospital sees people having accidents, injuries, bleeding problems,…
Witnesses, officials describe fiery semi crash on I-40
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A semi-trailer hauling eight vehicles, travelling eastbound on I-40, collided with a bridge Tuesday, causing a massive fire delay. "One of the steer tires blowed on…
GALLERY: Mayor's Civic Pride Awards hosted in Jackson Tuesday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A tradition to honor the doers in the community continued Tuesday. The City of Jackson and Keep Jackson Beautiful hosted their 31st Mayor's Civic Pride Award Ceremony…
Pet of the Week: Clementine
This week’s Pet of the Week is Ms. Clementine! This sweet girl came to Saving The Animals Together pregnant, heart-worm positive and completely neglected. She was the best mom to…
Kerri Arnold reflects on time as Miss Tennessee Volunteer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Miss Tennessee Volunteer Kerri Arnold is getting ready to hand over her crown this weekend to the next Miss Tennessee Volunteer. Arnold was crowned in 2019, holding…
FHU Golden Year Reunion honors classes of 1970, 1971
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University held its annual Golden Year Reunion, honoring alumni who are celebrating 50 years or more. "We honor those golden anniversary classes. Last year we…
FHU guest speaker shares father's WWII story
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University hosted a special guest speaker. As part of FHU's celebration of 1970 and 1971 alumni this week, they hosted a luncheon for class members on Thursday. The…
Rotary Club hosts Miss Tennessee Scholarship contestants for luncheon
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Miss Tennessee Volunteer Scholarship Pageant contestants gathered for a luncheon on Wednesday. The Jackson Rotary Club hosted the event at First United Methodist Church in downtown Jackson. Contestants…
Madison County sheriff presented flag from 194th Engineer Brigade
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The 194th Engineer Brigade presented Madison County Sheriff John Mehr with a Tennessee state flag on Wednesday. This comes after the sheriff's office escorted the unit to and from the Memphis International Airport before and after…
New exotic pet store opens in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new exotic store has made its way to the Hub City. Birdytown Exotics held its grand opening on Tuesday, bringing a variety of birds, geckos, bearded dragons, hermit crabs, snakes, hamster and the supplies to…
Jackson mayor responds to Old Dominion concert cancellation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's official, the Old Dominion concert scheduled for July 17 is cancelled after Indigo Road Entertainment decided to pull out on Monday. Jackson Mayor Scott Conger says the…
RIFA says 'thank you' to volunteers with annual luncheon
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local nonprofit is giving thanks to its volunteers. RIFA hosted their annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon Tuesday at the West Tennessee Farmers Market. This is the first luncheon since 2019 where everyone could gather together for…
Pet of the Week: Adina
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…
Street repairs, employee bonuses highlight unanimously-passed budget
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson City Council passed the Fiscal Year 2022 budget by a unanimous vote. The budget is $75.9 million with no increase in fees or property taxes. "It's…
Annual Highway 70 Yard Sale kicks off
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Highway 70 Yard Sale kicks off every year during the second week of June, and many headed out early Thursday morning to try to…
Aloha Custom Pools sees boom during pandemic
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local pool company is sharing how their business has positively been impacted during the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has taken a toll on many industries throughout the U.S.,…
Council hears proposal for Goldeyes, Ballpark costs
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson City Council members heard a management agreement proposal Tuesday morning on how much it would cost the City of Jackson to take over operation expenses for the…
Pet of the Week: Nikki
This week's Pet of the Week is Nikki. Nikki was found by a good Samaritan and brought to the rescue. She is most likely a Cairn Terrier and seems…
Sen. Marsha Blackburn addresses concerns over immigration
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn visited Jackson on Wednesday, and she discussed what she's working on in Washington D.C. "We have had an issue since President Biden was sworn in, and so far, our border control has…
Election Commission works to bring new voting machines to Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- New voting machines could be coming your way as early as the next election. Wednesday morning, the Madison County Election Commission met to discuss the purchasing of new voting machines. ES&S Election Services was selected after…
Family raises concerns after trash seen at cemetery
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A family is wanting answers after a local cemetery was found trashed. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Diamond Williams went to Bascom Cemetery after a family reached out with…
Chickasaw State Park encourages visitors to explore nature
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Visitors at a local park go on an interesting hunt. Chickasaw State Park hosted a scavenger hunt to encourage visitors to walk around the park and discover things they may not have…
Popular event returns to Shiloh for Memorial Day weekend
SHILOH, Tenn. -- With Memorial Day right around the corner, a local park wanted to do something special ahead of the holiday. This is the first year since 2019 that Shiloh National Military Park…
Pet of the Week: Caroline
This week's Pet of the Week is Caroline! Caroline is a 5-month-old Staffie mix who was born in the rescue with her brothers and sisters. Caroline is a shy pup…
TOSHA investigating explosion at Kilgore Flares
TOONE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration is investigating an explosion that happened at Kilgore Flares that left at least one person injured. At approximately 7:48 p.m. Tuesday, TOSHA…
Mayor discusses future plans for Ballpark at Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson released plans for a popular outdoor space in Jackson. On Tuesday, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Diamond Williams spoke with Jackson Mayor Scott Conger on…
