JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson City Council met Tuesday morning for their February meeting. It was a fairly quick city council meeting that began with the council voting on a budget amendment for various…
It is time to recognize this week's Educator of the Week, presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Melissa Greenway is a third-grade teacher at Jack's Creek Elementary School in Chester County. In all, she…
DYER COUNTY, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee Extension hosted the 2024 West Tennessee Grain and Soybean Producers Conference at the Fairgrounds in Dyer County. Hundreds of people attended the conference bright and…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It is Identity Theft Awareness Week, and the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance wants you to be aware of the dangers. Carter Lawrence, the Commissioner of TDCI, says that technology…
Yesterday, we announced last week's Educator of the Week. Now, we will announce this week's winner presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Natasha McDonald is a fifth-grade English and Language Arts teacher at Alamo…
It is now time to introduce last week's Educator of the Week presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Leah Hackett is a Visual Art teacher and the Fine Arts department head at the University…
JACKSON, Tenn. – With tax season right around the corner, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Ryan Hodges spoke with an expert on what we should look out for this year. Mark Steber, the Chief…
JACKSON, Tenn. – With the roads being slick and icy, not many people could get out and do the things that they normally do, like give blood. This has affected LIFELINE…
With more winter weather expected to come in a few days, we want to make sure you are as safe as possible on the roads if you must get out. AAA has a list…
WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Ryan Hodges went out into the cold and snowy day in Jackson Monday morning. Check it out: See closings for schools and business. Also, go on a drive with…
It's time now to recognize this week's Educator of the Week presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Gretta Massey teaches English and literature to 10th through 12th graders at Lexington High School. She says…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Jackson Mayor Scott Conger held a brief press conference regarding the emergency shelter plan for the upcoming weather. The temperatures are expected to drop dramatically in the coming days and the…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Homelessness is on the rise and a few experts shared facts and potential solutions for this crisis. Ann Oliva, the CEO of the National Alliance to End Homelessness, says that when everyone…
HENDERSON, Tenn. – It is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and one local coffee shop is making it a point to show their support. Besso's Coffee in downtown Henderson opened in 2020 and…
UPDATE (01/11/2024): Stand-off ends with 2 murder suspects in custody HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Early Monday morning, we received a tip of a heavy police presence on Presley Road in Henderson County. We…
MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. – A case that started 57 years ago is still unsolved and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is asking for your help. On August 12, 1967, Pauline Pusser was…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson City Council met for the first time in the new year. It was a fairly quick meeting to start 2024 for the Jackson City Council as the agenda was…
BELLS, Tenn. -- On Sunday evening, a fire broke out in the 200 block of Robin Road in Crockett County. The house, which is located in Bells, still had a man inside when the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Believe it or not, the holiday travel season is still in full swing. Although Christmas is over, that does not mean that the holiday travel season has ended. AAA says that…
It’s time to meet our Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Sarah Simpson is a 4th grade teacher at Thelma Barker Elementary School in Jackson. She teaches science…
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Christmas in Bolivar is underway and it is not too late to enjoy the fun. This year's event offers so many different ways to enjoy the season. They will have…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As we are finishing up holiday shopping for friends and family, what are some ways that we can help people that may be in need? World Vision is a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- You may be running out of time for your holiday shopping. So what are some tips on how to make sure you complete your list? Trae Bodge, a holiday shopping expert,…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A deadline to ensure you have healthcare coverage by January 1 is approaching. Sharon Graham, a CMS Regional Director, says that there are quality health insurance plans that cover…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Sometimes, we may not receive what we thought we were purchasing during the holidays. AARP's Director of Fraud Prevention, Kathy Stokes, gave us a little background information regarding this. “Fraud…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A public safety complex, a senior activity center, and a stormwater master plan were just a few things discussed on Tuesday in Jackson. The Jackson City Council's monthly meeting…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local police department is making an effort to reduce the risk of their citizens becoming victims of crime. Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and many other related websites are…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- It's cold outside, it's cold inside, it is cold everywhere you go -- and people are wanting to warm up. The Madison County Fire Department wants to provide…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for the holiday season. The new parks director, Matthew Martin, wants to start a new tradition in the…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson Police Department has teamed up with the Community Foundation of West Tennessee to launch the JPD Public Safety Fund. This fund is intended to support the…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Thanksgiving is just around the corner and many people will be traveling for their celebrations. Nichole Lawrence, the Community Relations Officer for the Tennessee Department of Transportation, says they…
MARTIN, Tenn. -- An update in our continuing coverage of shots being fired on the University of Tennessee at Martin's campus late Thursday night. According to press release sent out by the…
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Many first responders gathered at the main boat ramp at Pickwick Landing State Park to participate in a rescue drill. This particular drill was…
HENDERSON, Tenn. – A local artist is continuing to do work around the area for local businesses. Loralea Landrum is back in Henderson putting her artistic abilities to work for another…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Major DECA competition with more than 500 students held at Union University. Over 500 students from over 20 high schools in West Tennessee gathered at Union University for a…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A Veteran's Day program was held at the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital Friday morning. The morning started with the colors raised outside of the patient discharge at the…
HENDERSON, Tenn. – Freed-Hardeman University invited alumni back to campus during homecoming to speak to current students. Professors in the various departments asked some of their former students to come back to…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. – A Gibson County city celebrated those who make America the home of the brave. The City of Humboldt hosted their annual Veteran's Day Celebration Thursday morning. The event started…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Park security, grants for law enforcement, and much more were discussed at this month's Jackson City Council meeting. The meeting started off with an annual report from representatives with…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Clinic and Baptist Memorial Health Care have partnered together to create a new outpatient clinic in Jackson. With construction starting back in February of 2022, the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local manufacturing plant is celebrating 20 years in the Hub City. Toyota Tennessee broke ground in Jackson in 2003. Since then, they have had a hand in every single Toyota…
MARTIN, Tenn. -- According to the City of Martin's Chief of Police, Don Teal, just before noon on Wednesday, his officers received a call of a possible shooting that happened just outside…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With November starting, it is officially Fraud Awareness Month. Fraud can come in many different ways as technology advances. Shea Brown, the Director of Community Impact at Leaders Credit…
JACKSON, Tenn. – As cold temperatures start to chill the area, what are some ways to keep your vehicle running smoothly? There are many things to look out for when cold…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As temperatures continue to drop, your plants may need some extra care. With the winter months knocking at the door, we may need to make some changes regarding…
JACKSON, Tenn. – National Pill Take Back Day is coming up and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation held a press conference regarding its importance. Drug abuse continues to be one of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local leaders gathered to discuss the need for a new safety complex. The City of Jackson's Budget Committee, along with Mayor Scott Conger, met to discuss a needs assessment…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Local leaders gathered to announce the use of a new Community Impact Grant. The Community Foundation of West Tennessee has partnered with WRAP to create a new project for…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local college showcased one of their programs to high school students. Jackson State Community College kicked off their first open house for the Criminal Justice Department.…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A nonprofit organization is asking for help in honoring America’s fallen veterans. Wreaths Across America would like to challenge individuals or their business to help reach their goal…
