Author: Ryan Hodges

Runners lace up their shoes to help those in need

JACKSON, Tenn. ---Tennessee’s oldest marathon took place in downtown Jackson today. The 51st Andrew Jackson Marathon started today at the West Tennessee Farmer's Market. Food trucks, vendors, a dj booth, and…

JPD hosts a very special egg hunt

JACKSON, Tenn. ---Local law enforcement put on an Easter egg hunt in an interesting way. The Jackson Police Department hosted the first annual Easter Explosion at the Rockabilly's ballpark. This Easter egg…

Pet of the Week: Rex

This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Rex! This handsome boy is Rex! He is a dream and has everyone in the rescue wrapped around his paw! …

Threats made towards West Tennessee schools under investigation

HENDERSON & DECATUR COUNTIES, Tenn. -- Following the terrible events that happened in Nashville earlier this week, threats of the same thing happening at two different schools in West Tennessee were reported on social media and heard by students. The…

Jury selected as ‘Rock Doc’ trial set to begin

UPDATE (3/28/23): Former office manager testifies in Jeff Young trial MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The "Rock Doc" had his jury chosen for his upcoming trial. Jefferey Young Jr. appeared in court Monday…

Pet of the Week: Baxter

This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Baxter! Meet Baxter! He’s the most precious guy, who is a little bit timid at first, but he loves snuggles with his person. He came to Hero West…

Media given tour of Blue Oval City

HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- The media was given a tour of Blue Oval City on Friday. Guests were required to stay on the bus during the tour due to on-going construction. They say that construction is about 50 percent of…

Rummage Sale returns to support university’s students

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- The Freed-Hardeman University Associates are having their annual Spring Rummage Sale at the Henderson National Guard Armory. The Associates is a women's organization, whose members volunteer their time and money to raise funds for scholarships to…

Local college launches ‘Go Green’ Tour

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is meeting with prospective students across West Tennessee to showcase their different programs and to award scholarships. The "Go Green Tour" is providing up to $10,000 in scholarships as they visit 10…

Jackson’s mayoral candidates to debate Thursday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson's mayoral candidates will participate in a debate Thursday night. News Talk 96.5 is hosting a mayoral debate for the candidates at North Side High School's auditorium beginning at…

City council candidate holds news conference

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A candidate for city council held a news conference at City Hall to share his platform and ideas. Byron Elam is running for city council District 6. Elam…

Student suspended for filming fight

JACKSON, Tenn. -- After a student posted a video of a fight at a local school, her mother says she was suspended longer than those who were fighting. Baily Yelverton, a mom of…

Mail theft caught on camera in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Someone stops their car, opens your mailbox, and simply takes whatever is inside. We spoke with a resident who had this very thing happen. Mark Doran recently found his…

Knowing the signs of a concussion, what comes next

JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the topic of concussions becoming a growing area of discussion because of sports, experts have shared that most adults are not aware of some of the common signs of this…

Pet of the Week: Charlee

This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Charlee! Meet Charlee! She is a small lady (weighing just under 30 lbs.) She has the biggest and goofiest personality.…

Jackson’s influential women honored at City Hall

JACKSON, Tenn. -- On Wednesday, 31 one women were recognized at Jackson City Hall. The 2023 Influential Women of Jackson were honored at a presentation. Trunetta Atwater, a previous honoree, spoke at the event about how important it is…

Miss Teen Volunteer pageant to begin Thursday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Contestants from all across the country are in Jackson to compete. The second annual Miss Teen Volunteer America Pageant will begin on Thursday at the Carl Perkins…

Housing study for Jackson area released

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Many new jobs are coming to the West Tennessee area, but where are people going to live? With Blue Oval City to the area, Younger Associates conducted a…

Jackson scattered with debris after strong winds

SEE ALSO: VIDEO/PHOTOS: Heavy winds leave damage across West Tennessee JACKSON, Tenn. -- Traffic lights, trees, power lines, and more -- huge wind gusts caused damage across much of West Tennessee on Friday. The traffic light at the intersection of…

March highlights second deadliest cancer in US

JACKSON, Tenn. -- March is National Colorectal Cancer Month. What are some ways you can stay on top of this disease? Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in…

Election Commission mulls extending voting hours

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Early voting times became a debated topic during Thursday's Board of Election meeting. The Madison County Election Commission discussed whether or not early voting hours would…

Some roads damaged near Friendship

FRIENDSHIP, Tenn. -- Storms from last night left many roads damaged. At Jack Pence Road near Bradford, the road is currently closed due to a pipe burst. Debris could be seen…

Expert talks about most recent mass shooting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- After yet another mass shooting at Michigan State University, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News reached out to a national expert to better understand the underlying causes. Dr. Alex Del Carmen, who is the Dean of the School of Criminology…

124th annual bird dog championship begins

GRAND JUNCTION, Tenn. -- The 124th  Field Trial National Championship started Monday morning in Grand Junction. Handlers, owners, and their dogs have traveled from all over the country and beyond after qualifying…

Oman renovations, more discussed in February meeting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System had their February board meeting on Thursday. A few things were approved, including the construction contract for renovations on the Oman Arena, which will be known as the Hub City Central Complex. It…

Stay cautious as ice melts

JACKSON, Tenn. -- What are some of the dangers as the icy weather melts away? Even though the ice is melting on the roads and on bridges, there are still some dangers that can come from this weather. We asked people…

Crews prep for second round of winter weather

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Local officials talked about preparation be done to prepare the area for a second day of winter weather. "Right now we are pre-salting. The moisture on the street is just right to kind of a…

Jackson college students awarded scholarships

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Nine students from Jackson State Community College were awarded the Workforce Readiness Scholarship from Leaders Education Foundation. The scholarship will help these students as they continue their education. Jackson…

TDOT preps roads for potential winter storm

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Winter weather is coming soon. How does the state prepare to keep the roads safe? "We are just preparing our trucks. We're loading any kind of brine…