JACKSON, Tenn. -- While sports are not completely back yet, a popular sports bar is making a return. All Buffalo Wild Wings locations in Tennessee are reopening their dining rooms Wednesday, with a few changes. The establishment is adding new…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A popular retailer is back open in the Hub City. JCPenney at the Old Hickory Mall opened their doors on Wednesday. Company officials say the store is following state and local orders to ensure customer safety when…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local university celebrated an annual tradition online. Freed-Hardeman University went live on their Facebook page for their annual nursing student pinning ceremony. During the ceremony, faculty members said words…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Friday afternoon, the Jackson-Madison County School System Budget Committee met to discuss budget cuts for this year and possibly the next. "Our current year budget will be cut by $6…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- This year more than 190 students will be graduating from Chester County High School, but on Thursday evening only one senior was getting her diploma. "I didn't think…
SCOTTS HILL, Tenn. -- Tassels are turning at a 2020 commencement. Scotts Hill High School held their graduation ceremony for their senior class on Thursday. During the ceremony, more than 100 seniors took…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Under the guidance of Gov. Bill Lee's Tennessee Pledge, businesses are reopening and Tennesseans are getting back to work. Now, a local utility company is on their way back…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Wednesday afternoon, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn discussed the federal response of COVID-19 and the path of recovery for the economy. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Teri Jelks spoke with the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Earlier this year, an African-American jogger was fatally shot not far from his home on the outskirts of Brunswick, Georgia. Newly released video of the incident has people around the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation has road work planned in the Hub City this weekend. Starting Friday, North Highland Avenue will be closed from Interstate 40 to Carriage House Drive. The turning lanes will be closed for…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Redemption Road Rescue is a non-profit organization in north Jackson. They rescue a wide range of animals including horses, goats, sheep, and donkeys. "We got a call from another…
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- After storms rolled in over the weekend, a landslide in Hardin County continues to expand, overlooking the Tennessee River. Two homes collapsed after the initial landslide in February, but…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Family and friends held a candlelight vigil to remember a loved one. On Sunday, 28-year-old Chantell Cox died from pre-existing medical conditions. Family members say she had a history of brain tumors. Wednesday evening, dozens gathered at…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Under guidance from Gov. Bill Lee's Tennessee Pledge, many businesses are opening their doors this week, including Jackson's Old Hickory Mall. "The mall is the one that said, 'Hey we're…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday afternoon, members of the Jackson-Madison County School System's budget committee met to discuss the district's finances. First on the agenda was the contract to construct a new Madison Academic…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Mayor Scott Conger and members of the Jackson city council virtually met Thursday afternoon to review the agenda for May's meeting. Members discussed the city's budget for next year, as…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A business is helping those in their community who are struggling with food insecurities. "We all just have to look at ways that we can care for each other. There…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- "Even though we're reopening, it's not business as usual," said Henderson County Mayor Eddie Bray. Many local mayors say they will be following Gov. Bill Lee's Tennessee Pledge, which is a plan to help Tennesseans get…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "We just cannot afford for anybody to get sick," said Susan Smith. Smith is the director of client services for the Dream Center in Jackson. The Dream Center is…
CROCKETT CO., Tenn. -- A West Tennessee county spiked up to five positive coronavirus cases, after having no cases last week. "All of our cases at this point, confirmed, are confined to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department confirms the first death from COVID-19 in Madison County. Now the family of the patient is speaking out. "Something that we didn't ask for,…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- "We're actually going to have people that's going to need help that's never had to ask for it before," said Lexington Mayor Jeff Griggs. Assembly Components Group has filed…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- With schools closed and many people out of a job as a result of COVID 19 precautions, more people are in need of emergency food assistance. Hope Ministries…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local health facility is launching a COVID-19 awareness program. Physicians Quality Care is offering residents free, remote and real-time monitoring for COVID-19. People who sign up for the COVID-19…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Goodwill stores are closed across the nation, but the company is still accepting donations. "We are very grateful that people want to support Goodwill at this difficult time, and their…
DYER, Tenn. -- A nationwide movement to honor high school senior athletes has reached West Tennessee. #Bethelight has been trending all over social media, as high schools have been turning on their…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- U.S. Attorney Michael Dunavant says the COVID-19 task force is joining forces with local law enforcement and health professionals to help bring an end to people and businesses hoping to…
MILAN, Tenn. -- Families across the nation are self-isolating at home to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. This week Sergeant Gray Scott with the Milan Police Department is giving his neighbors…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "In times like these we need decisive leadership, and while I commend the governor for his actions yesterday, it's simply not enough to keep our communities safe," Mayor Scott…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday afternoon Governor Bill Lee announced he will sign Executive Order 23, requiring Tennesseans to stay home unless they are carrying out essential activities. "While many Tennesseans have made…
"We're aware that we have several small businesses, we have some industries, that are laying some of their employees off, and we know that in the next few weeks that some of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For people experiencing symptoms of coronavirus, there are multiple testing sites available in the Hub City. Jackson Clinic north is one of many. "That location is serving as our respiratory…
TRENTON, Tenn. -- Starting Friday, the Tennessee Department of Health will be operating drive up COVID-19 assessment sites in six West Tennessee counties. "The National Guard will be on site to help us…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Across the state, colleges and universities are banding together during the Coronavirus pandemic, using 3D printers to help save lives. "What we're doing is collecting all of the materials…
DOWNTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Friday night Miss Iris Tennessee Teen Volunteer pageant at the Carl Perkins Civic Center is all about taking home the crown. The Tennessee Teen Volunteer organization decided…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to health officials, there are zero confirmed coronavirus cases in Madison County as of Thursday. However, there are 18 Coronavirus cases in the Volunteer State. "Davidson is up to 6…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- If you go to the campus of Freed-Hardeman University, you would see students on their skateboards, playing Frisbee on the lawn and hurrying off to class. You would…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- After deadly storms ripped through Tennessee earlier this week, firefighters in Henderson County say every home should have a severe storm safety kit. "Basic supplies you would…
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Officials in Hardin County say next week's rain could pose a threat to a landslide that has already left a path of destruction. "The landslide is, at this time,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- At Thursday night's agenda review meeting, Jackson city council members met to discuss what's to come for the Hub City. In new business, the city will consider transferring the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- On Wednesday morning, the Jackson Generals announced that rappers Snoop Dogg and Twista are set to perform at the Ballpark on July 20. "The first big headlining artist to make…
EAST JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hundreds filled the Oman Arena Friday night for the Jewel Awards. Members from the Jackson-Madison County African American Chamber of Commerce honored outstanding black business leaders for the 19th…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "We've got to determine the best fit for our district. We've got a good district, we just want a better district," said Jackson-Madsion County School System board chairman Pete Johnson. This week the Jackson-Madison County School Board…
WEST JACKSON, Tenn. -- This week the Jackson-Madison County school board is interviewing six finalist for the school superintendent position. Members say the goal of the interviews is to narrow the search…
HENDERSON CO., Tenn. -- Across the country, some local governments are declaring themselves Second Amendment sanctuaries, with the latest being Henderson County. "February 11th, our Henderson County Commission met and I presented to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It was a stacked agenda at Thursday night's Jackson-Madison County School Board meeting, with board members voting to approve several action items. The first approval was to release the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- County commissioners met Thursday to discuss their role in the public-private partnership for the construction of two schools. Next Tuesday, the Madison County Commission will be voting on whether they will…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "Extreme actions sometimes require extreme measures," Wo/Men's Resource and Rape Assistance Program executive director Daryl Chansuthus said. Extreme: That's what some are calling House Bill 1585, filed by Rep. Bruce…
DOWNTOWN JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tuesday morning, the Jackson City Council Budget Committee held a special called meeting to discuss their role in the public-private partnership to build a new Madison Academic Magnet High…
JACKSON, Tenn. --Friday night, women came together for a night of glitz, glam and exercise. "Women love to dance, so in a safe comfortable environment we all get together with our friends…
