North Jackson church hosts annual Reconciliation Service
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local church brings people of all backgrounds together to celebrate unity and diversity. It's a service that is held every year at North Side Assembly Church. "This is a…
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TDOT prepares roads for winter conditions
JACKSON, Tenn. - The Tennessee Department of Transportation is preparing roads for winter weather this weekend. With the winter weather conditions, drivers are being urged to use caution on the roads. "We have…
Historic Jackson restaurant closes
JACKSON, Tenn. - Today is the last day of operation for a historic Jackson restaurant. Baudo's closed Saturday after decades in business. It was the first pizza place in Jackson, and the first fine dining restaurant. "Just want to thank…
TDOT, street department prepare for possible winter weather
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Street Department along with the Tennessee Department of Transportation are preparing roads for the possible winter weather this weekend. With the threat of winter weather conditions…
MyRide West Tennessee program looking for drivers
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local program in West Tennessee is looking for volunteers to help those who need help getting around town to meet their daily needs. MyRide West Tennessee is a transportation program that gives rides to senior adults.…
$100,000 grant going to security in Gibson County
TRENTON, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Sheriff's Office was awarded more than $100,000 for security upgrades in General Sessions and Circuit Court in Trenton during this month's County Commission meeting. The grant will…
Volunteers help clean National Park during shutdown
SHILOH, Tenn. - As the government shutdown continues, a group of volunteers traveled to Shiloh over the weekend to clean up a historic landmark. The Libertarians of West Tennessee conducted a…
Local sorority celebrates founders day
JACKSON, Tenn. - A sorority celebrates their founders day at a local church. The Jackson, Tennessee Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta sorority held its 106th founders day celebration on Saturday at the New Saint Luke Missionary Baptist church. The Sorority…
Community hopes for a new Gibson County library
TRENTON, Tenn. - A West Tennessee city is hoping to see a new library built in the near future. A soup and chili fundraiser was held Saturday morning at the First Presbyterian Church in Trenton. Library members say they are raising…
A Hub City cleaning traditions comes to an end
JACKSON, Tenn. - Today was the last day for a Hub City Christmas cleaning tradition. Once Christmas is over, it's time to decide what to do with that live tree in your home. Keeping Jackson Beautiful hosted its annual "Chippin…
TN lawmakers to introduce medical marijuana bill; local residents react
JACKSON, Tenn. - There's apparently a push in this year's state legislature to legalize the use of medical marijuana. "I feel that some people need it for cancer cells or relaxation," said…
Local boutique announces closure; cites bypass construction as cause
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local businesses announces it's closing up shop. "We started running the figures from last year," said Felecia Teddleton, owner of Felecia Bella. "Actually, we're in the double-triple figures down…
Health experts bring awareness to community about cervical cancer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The month of January is known as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. "Cervical cancer is something that is very important," registered nurse Ashley Thompson said. "We recommend women to get screened for cancer. We recommend yearly physical exams, and…
Monthly flea market returns to the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. - It's the first week of the new year and people from all over the Hub City came out to shop local vendors at the Friendly Franks Flea Market. "You can…
A local organization hosts an adoption day for pets
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local organization hosts a special event for our furry friends. On Saturday, Horse Creek Wildlife Sanctuary held a pet adoption day to help dogs in need. A total…
Local organization hosts volunteer drive
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local non-profit organization hosted a volunteer drive to add new members to their team. The Red Cross held a meeting on Saturday morning looking for new volunteers…
Madison Co. mayor gives State of the County address at First Friday Forum
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local leaders give their annual addresses focusing on issues that will affect Jackson and Madison County. Madison County Mayor Jimmy Harris was one of the featured speakers at the First…
Dozens head out on New Year's Day to watch football
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Families and friends rang in the new year drinking beer and watching bowl games. While some celebrate New Year's Day at home, Matt Willit celebrated the first day of 2019…
Flooding continues in parts of West Tennessee
DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- Many people woke up to flooded areas Monday as we hit record rainfall in West Tennessee. Flooding is by no means a stranger to Decatur County. Keith Byrd…
A local church holds a special service
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local church is celebrating the first Sunday after Christmas. Friends, family and loved ones gathered at St. Luke Episcopal Church to listen to the service and join in prayer…
One church shows its appreciation for local businesses
MILAN, Tenn. - A local church is showing its appreciation to small businesses for their hard work and customer service to the Milan community. The New Holy Temple in Milan held a ceremony and service to show their appreciation for…
Organization holds series of basketball games to support a good cause
JACKSON, Tenn. - The annual Hub Classic is bringing out fans from all across west Tennessee to enjoy high school basketball games during the holidays, but this tournament is more than just hot…
Fire fatality rates increase in Tennessee in 2018
JACKSON, Tenn.--According to the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, there have been more than 90 fire-related deaths state-wide in 2018, as compared to 85 deaths in 2017. Local fire officials…
Local church celebrates Christmas tradition
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local church is celebrating a Christmas tradition. The St. Luke's Episcopal Church held a Holy Eucharist service with Christmas hymns. The congregation also sang Christmas carols and…
RIFA soup kitchen still open for Christmas meals
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local organization is bringing warmth and joy to those in need. While many families spent their Christmas at home opening up Christmas presents, others volunteered in the soup…
Locals shop for last-minute gifts at Old Hickory Mall
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hundreds of shoppers are out and about looking for last-minute Christmas presents. It's a day before Christmas and all through the mall, people are out shopping for last-minute…
Shoppers head to small businesses for last-minute gifts
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Last-minute shoppers are not forgetting to support local businesses. Folks were out and about Christmas shopping for last-minute gifts on Christmas Eve. "We've stayed full all day long.…
Local congregation celebrates special tradition
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local church is celebrating a Christmas tradition. "We do this every year so we are always very excited to offer this to the city," said carillonneur, Cody Blue Miller. "It's…
Local church gathers for candlelight service
JACKSON, Tenn. - A local church comes together for a Christmas candle light service. Englewood Baptist Church on North Highland Avenue had their annual Christmas candlelight service. Friends, family and loved ones gathered together to listen to the service and join in…
Local family hosts 'Feed the Homeless' event
JACKSON, Tenn. - One local woman wants to make sure no one goes hungry during the holiday season. Saturday was the third annual "Feed the Homeless" event hosted by Veronica Hicks and her family. The event was held at the…
Area stores filled with last-minute Christmas shoppers
JACKSON, Tenn. - With just three days left before Christmas, shoppers are rushing out for some last minute gift shopping. The Saturday before Christmas is known as Super Saturday, one of the largest…
Elementary students get early Christmas thanks to local business
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local business is bringing Christmas to children this holiday season. Santa came a little early this year for students at Alexander Elementary School. "We purchased coloring books, activity…
Jackson-Madison Co. Library hosts 'Story Time with Santa'
JACKSON, Tenn. - Santa Claus is taking a break from his elves for story time. The Jackson-Madison County Library held its annual story time with Santa event Friday morning. Kids…
Jackson-Madison Co. Library hosts annual holiday party
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Families, friends and strangers came together Thursday for a holiday party at a local library. The Jackson-Madison County Library is a little more festive this season for their…
Humboldt, Madison County increase holiday patrols
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- With Christmas right around the corner, the Humboldt Police Department and Madison County Sheriff's Office are teaming up with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office to make your holidays a little safer.…
A local church shares a message through music
MILAN, Tenn. - An annual church program returns to Milan just in time for Christmas. Pastor, Bill Kisner says the program is more than just a tradition at First Baptist Church of Milan.…
Last minute Christmas shoppers fill local stores
JACKSON, Tenn. - Traffic is busy and stores are filled, as last minute shoppers check off their Christmas lists. One popular destination is the Best Buy on Vann Drive. Many people are hoping to find good deals as they search…
Local woman raises money for American Cancer Society
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee woman is raising money for a good cause. Saturday, Elizabeth Everett hosted a "Cookies for Cancer" drive. "We are doing the cookies for cancer again. We…
West Tennessee families convene for holiday festivities
BEECH BLUFF, Tenn. - Families joined together to participate in some Christmas fun. Hundreds of families headed out to the Beech Bluff Recreation Center for the first annual 'Grinch Candy Cane Hunt.' Children participated in games like popping balloons and…
A local police department holds 'Shop With A Cop' event
LEXINGTON, Tenn. - Children got the chance to spend their morning shopping with police officers. Lexington Police paired with 59 children for the event. Each child was given two hundred dollars to spend on any items they wanted. They picked…
Local businesses bring Christmas cheer to kids
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.-- Christmas comes early for local children in need. Dozens of gifts and new coats...an early Christmas for local children ages 3 to 5 at the Humboldt Headstart. "The gift bags…
New partnership brings education opportunities
JACKSON, Tenn. - A new partnership is bringing educational opportunities to local teachers. "We offer online programs for working teachers as well as for folks who are working in the school system that might want…
Search for theft suspects
BOLIVAR, Tenn. - Police are looking for three men suspected of breaking into a Bolivar gas station. Police say the men in this video threw concrete through a door before repeatedly backing…
Officials investigate early morning house fire in Crockett County
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Crews respond to an early morning house fire in Gadsden. The Alamo and Gadsden fire departments responded around 4:45 a.m. Monday to the 2800 block of Bailey Road. WBBJ 7…
Culinary arts students host open house
JACKSON, Tenn. - A restaurant at a local high school has opened its doors once again so customers can get a taste of what's cooking in their kitchen this holiday season. Students at Liberty…
Ballet Arts hosts annual tea party
JACKSON, Tenn. -Families headed out to enjoy a Christmas tradition. Ballet Arts hosted its annual Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Party Sunday at the Carl Perkins Civic Center before their showing of The Nutcracker.…
Local business brings Christmas cheer to the community
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local business is bringing Christmas cheer to the city of Jackson. Town and Country Realtors invited the community to have breakfast with a special guest. Kids and parents…
A community dances for a good cause
JACKSON, Tenn. -- People gathered for some fun in the Hub City, while also supporting a good cause. A Dance-A-Thon was held at the Lift Wellness Center. Many participated by dancing to…
A woman gives back to the community
JACKSON, Tenn. - One woman is giving back to the community, by helping the Regional Inter-Faith Association, also known as RIFA. Tiffany Love-Newbell chose to honor her parents by hosting a luncheon to give back to the community. Newbell says…
South Jackson house fire leaves 8 without home
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A house fire just two weeks before Christmas leaves one Jackson family without a place to call home. What started as a normal day turned to devastation as a…
