Mr. & Miss FHU named at annual ceremony
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A local university awards one of its highest honors to a few students. Freed-Hardeman University recognized eight students as nominees for Mr. and Miss FHU Thursday morning.…
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CEO discusses current trends in housing market
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The housing market is never ending, so, what are some trends that we should pay attention to? Homes are selling at about 99% of their list price, meaning houses…
Switch flipped on new solar project in West Tennessee
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- A switch was flipped, turning light into power. Skyhawk Solar was developed through the Tennessee Valley Authority's Green Invest program. This is a solar panel…
Pet of the Week: Gracie
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Gracie! Meet sweet Gracie Mae! She is a mature ladybug somewhere between 6 to 9-years-old but so full of life…
Superintendent responds to concerns over school system spending
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A list of expenditures has recently come out regarding how roughly over $80,000 was spent by the Jackson-Madison County School System. This list has raised quite a few…
Agencies discuss arrest of woman accused of shooting person in head
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A woman was arrested Tuesday for allegedly shooting someone in the head. Bobbie Delk, 60, was arrested on Tuesday, according to a news release. She was wanted by…
Teacher salaries, charter schools discussed
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board held a special work session, discussing several important topics. The committee in charge of doing the necessary research regarding a potential charter school…
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 in just under 30 lbs.) but she has the biggest goofiest…
Makin’ Music returns to FHU, attracting students, alumni near and far
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University is hosting it's 46th Annual Makin' Music event on their campus. Makin' Music is a fully student-run event from the coordinators, to the host and hostesses, all…
Earth Day 2023 to coincide with Celebrate Trails Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With Earth Day approaching, what are some ways you can get out and celebrate? Many Americans are saying that they want to use trails more. Luckily for them,…
U.S. Attorney Ritz discusses role, talks issues across West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Kevin Ritz was nominated by President Biden in July of last year, and is now the United States Attorney for the Western District of Tennessee. He has served in this particular position for around six months, but…
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! …
Business hosting clothing drive for MS tornado victims
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local business is hosting a clothing drive for a good cause. The Daily Thread is hosting a clothing drive for tornado victims in Mississippi. Their store opened…
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…
Doctor faces charges after attempted arson in Milan
MILAN, Tenn. -- An arrest was made after an attempted arson at a local family clinic. According to a news release from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, the Milan Fire Department…
Former office manager testifies in Jeff Young trial
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Witnesses were called to the stand Tuesday in the trial for "Rock Doc" Jeff Young. Heather Goslee, a former office manager for Young, was called to 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.…
Education Summit connects local teachers to community leaders
JACKSON, Tenn. -- WestTeach hosted their Education Summit at the UT Agriculture Research and Education Center in Jackson. WestTeach is a program for teachers to gather together and learn about relevant and…
Children’s Service employee charged with solicitation of a minor
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Department of Children's Services employee was arrested on charges involving a minor. On March 2, a juvenile female found a strange note on her vehicle at a local…
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…
Local student surprised with scholarship to Bethel University
MEDINA, Tenn. -- After a two day competition held by Bethel University, a winner was selected for the Hendrix Scholarship. It was started by the grandson of a former Bethel president. "W.W.…
Three types of crashes shown to Gibson County students
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local high school looked like an accident scene on Wednesday. South Gibson County High School had unique demonstration for their seniors about the dangers of drunk driving.…
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…
What to know as Supreme Court weighs student loan forgiveness
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Student loan payments went on pause in March of 2020. Depending on what the Supreme Court rules, what will people need to do to be prepared to start…
Expert breaks down February’s top Google searches
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As February comes to a close, we look at the the most common Google search trends throughout the month. From the Super Bowl Halftime show, to the possibility…
‘Sexualized’ performances, housing discussed as legislators gather in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Three state legislators were together Friday morning talking about what work is being done at the State Capitol. Representative Johnny Shaw, Representative Chris Todd, and Senator Ed Jackson each spoke about things they are specifically focusing on…
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…
Family of woman killed on Harpeth Drive speaks out
UPDATE (2/23/22): Sheriff’s Office: No charges filed in Harpeth Drive shooting BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The family of the woman who was killed on Monday night reached out to WBBJ 7…
Intersection of Airways, West Lafayette stays closed
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An intersection has been closed downtown for a few months now and viewers are wondering why. A decision was made last year to close off an intersection between Airways…
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…
Year two of Love Your Block grants to begin soon
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Applications for the Love Your Block mini grants are set to go out in a few weeks. The applications for year two of Jackson's Love Your Block…
Safe places during severe weather in West Tennessee
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- With the threat of severe weather coming to our area, what are some ways you can prepare? With the threat of severe weather coming soon, we looked to see…
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…
Jackson businesses make plans for Super Bowl Sunday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With Super Bowl Sunday is approaching, some local businesses are planning events. Quite a few businesses are gearing up for a fun night of food, beverages, and…
