Republican bus tour makes stop in Weakley County
DRESDEN, Tenn. -- It is Day 6 of the statewide republican Road to Victory bus tour, stopping to visit voters in Weakley County at the Election Commision in Dresden. Speaker of…
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Local church holds fall scavenger hunt for kids
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local church is not letting COVID-19 stop them from having fall festivities. Englewood North Campus in Medina held a fall family scavenger hunt giving kids and their families the opportunity to come together during this…
NAACP hosts 2020 Freedom Fund banquet
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson- Madison County Branch of NAACP held its 2020 'Freedom Fund Banquet,' raising money and awareness for social and economic issues. This the 57th annual 'Freedom Fund Banquet,' which is…
Local record store holds benefit for the homeless
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In downtown Jackson, you can find people having plenty of fun while giving back to the community. An event called "Krew Fest" is helping people in need. "So many…
First responders hold trunk-or-treat for kids
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Emergency Dispatch held a social distancing trunk-or-treat. Cars drove by with kids inside in the Gibson County E-911 parking lot. First responders passed out candy in…
Local library hosts blood drive in honor of Tyler Spann
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee teen who drowned while swimming is being remembered on his birthday. "I remember I was on a school trip during the summer with about 70…
Grubb's Grocery launches curbside service for north Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Grubb's Grocery is making it easier for the those in north Jackson to get their groceries. Grubb's launched a curbside service in north Jackson on Friday. The service is…
Professor discusses what to expect from final presidential debate
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Thursday is the final presidential debate between President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden. Union University Political Science Professor Sean Evans says the debate is just a…
Officials discuss thefts, vandalism of political signs
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Multiple counties in West Tennessee are investigating thefts or vandalism of presidential campaign signs. "What people need to realize in stealing these things is that sometimes we catch…
Local church celebrates pastor in worship service
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It’s the three year anniversary of Titus Cleveland of being the head pastor at Growth Ministries Praise and Worship Center in Jackson. The members of the church celebrated with a worship…
Motorcyclists gather for annual Bikefest
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Beech Lake Bikefest is one of Lexington's most popular events. It’s an event the community can enjoy with their families, while also giving back to children of abuse at the…
Day 3 of early voting brings out Gibson, Carroll Co. voters
GIBSON CO., Tenn. -- In Gibson and Carroll counties, voters took on the third day of early voting in Tennessee. Many voters decided to vote early this election season, avoiding the long…
Voters head to the polls for second day of early voting
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Thursday was the second day of early voting in West Tennessee, and many voters are making their voices heard. In Chester and Henderson counties, many voters decided…
Salvation Army prepares to assist in Hurricane Delta relief
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Salvation Army is gearing up to help people affected by Hurricane Delta. Delta hit the Gulf Coast last Thursday, and many people were impacted by the storm.…
JTA partners with city councilman to offer free rides during early voting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- When it's time to go vote during election season, many people don't have a way to get to the polls. This year, the Jackson Transit Authority has partnered with Jackson City Councilman Johnny Dodd to solve the…
Zombie paintball offers safe Halloween fun for families
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Halloween is right around the corner, and if you enjoy spooky zombies and paintball, the Zombie Trail Paintball & Corn Maze in Humboldt is making sure you're having plenty of fun…
New business opens up in the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new business has opened up in the Hub City. The business is called Shelia Sweet Secrets, which sells baked treats like whole cakes, cupcakes and soul food orders. Owner…
Bill Hagerty discusses concerns for COVID-19, campaign goals
JACKSON, Tenn. -- U.S. Senate Candidate Bill Hagerty spoke to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News about recent political topics, including the concerns of rising COVID-19 cases across the state of Tennessee. "If you look at…
Mercer puppy mill rescues up for adoption
MERCER, Tenn. -- Back in June, we first told you about an alleged puppy mill in Mercer, where hundreds of dogs were removed from a home. Guardians of Rescue says they removed the dogs with…
SWHRA launches delivery service for at-risk community members
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- In the midst of COVID-19, a non-profit agency is offering a delivery service to the community. "Well it depends on the funding that's available. This is part of…
Jackson Fire Department kicks off Fire Safety Week, offers resources for prevention
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fire Department has teamed up with the National Fire Protection Association and State Farm for a public awareness campaign promoting home fire safety. This year's fire…
Kids learn to fish, hunt at outdoor TWRA event
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency hosted what they call the “Fun in the Outdoors” event for kids ages 6 through 15. Certified safety instructors taught everyone how to fish…
New photography business opens in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new business opened up in the Hub City. A grand opening was held for a photography business called Lasting Impressions on Old Hickory Boulevard. Business owner Renee Anderson says she…
Estate sale held to raise funds for rescued horses
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization that rescues horses is giving the community an opportunity to come and buy donated items. "Every year it's very important, but this year it's especially important because -- with the COVID-19 pandemic -- we've…
Local paramedics create emergency locator device
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After a life-hanging experience, Jonathan Harris and Danny Cupples are on a mission to help first responders one 911 call at a time. Jackson native Cupples, a paramedic…
Gov. Bill Lee gives updates during weekly COVID-19 briefing
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- "I do want to highlight while we are extending the state of emergency, we are removing all business restrictions in the 89 counties that are controlled in Tennessee…
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn gives update on national issues affecting West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "We’re concerned about all cases in the state, what we do know is with the cases that are in the state, the majority of the cases have recovered and…
Donnell Century Farms reopens in time for fall
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- If you're looking for a place to bring your family for some outside fun, Donnell Century Farms Adventure has reopened after closing due to COVID-19. Farm owner, Andrew Donnell, says…
Hands Up! Preschool holds drive-thru lemonade stand
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local preschool hosted a different type of fundraiser on Friday. If you enjoy lemonade, Hands Up! Preschool had you covered with a special theme. "Our four-year-old friends have…
City of Jackson accepts AARP grant
JACKSON Tenn. -- Representatives for the City of Jackson accepted an AARP Community Challenge grant of $35,500 through a virtual check presentation. This grant will be used to improve the city's transportation accessibility by…
New tool offered to absentee by-mail voters
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you requested an absentee ballot by-mail, you can now check the status of your ballot online. Tennessee voters who request an absentee by-mail ballot for the November…
Farmers market hosts free face mask distribution
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee Farmers Market partnered with the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department, giving away free reusable face masks, making sure the residents are well prepared for COVID-19. "To…
Health department begins offering flu shots, officials hope for mild season
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department began offering flu shots Monday. "It reduces your risk of flu-related complications," said Mallory Cooke, the health department's public information officer. "Every…
