Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff

Law enforcement investigating disappearance of Sardis couple

UPDATE (11/20/23): Officials with the Henderson County Sheriff's Department confirm Kevin Perry died by suicide in Indiana as state police were entering his hotel room. Stay with us as more details are expected at a later date. No additional information…

Seminar at local church to focus on Marxism

JACKSON, Tenn. – A local event is addressing a divisive political philosophy. The Marxism in America seminar is happening Friday, October 27 6:30 p.m. The event is at Poplar Heights Baptist Church…

Faith, Family Night held at church

JACKSON, Tenn. – West Jackson Baptist Church had a special guest visit their church for a night of fellowship and growth in faith. Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee spoke about the importance…

Meeting on deer, turkey hunting held in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. – The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency held its first public meeting Monday to discuss some changes coming to deer and turkey management. The meeting comes as the TWRA is…

BBQ Blowout to be held October 27-28

BOLIVAR, Tenn. – The 2023 Bolivar BBQ Blowout and Music Festival returns to downtown Bolivar on October 27 and October 28. The entire family can enjoy delicious Memphis-style barbecue, a live…

UT Martin’s final fall preview day set for Nov. 11

From the University of Tennessee at Martin: MARTIN, Tenn. – All high school students and their families are invited to attend the University of Tennessee at Martin’s final Fall Preview Day on Saturday, Nov. 11, in the Kathleen and Tom…

Regional HIPs Drive-In held in West Tennessee

JACKSON, Tenn. – On the main campus of Jackson State Community College, administrators, faculty, and staff gathered for the first Regional HIPs Drive-In since the pandemic. “HIPs Drive-In is being put…

Denmark residents take a stroll back in time

DENMARK, Tenn.---An important fundraiser is held as participants take a stroll through the past. A cemetery walk was held today at the Denmark Presbyterian Cemetery in West Madison County. Presenters greeted…

Exotic Pet Expo returns to Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn.---A special show draws animal lovers to Jackson Fairgrounds Park today. But these aren't your run of the mill animals. The Jackson Fairgrounds hosted the Exotic Pet Expo that brought in…

Lane’s homecoming festivities come to an end

JACKSON, Tenn.---A local college celebrates their last day of homecoming. As homecoming for the Dragons comes to an end, Lane College has their popular and crowd favorite homecoming parade. This parade…

Pet of the Week: Elmer

This week's Pet of the Week is Elmer! He is available for adoption at Tipton County Animal Shelter. Elmer is a…

Football Friday Night: Week 10 Polls

It is time to voice your opinion after another Friday night of football in West Tennessee! Need a refresher before you vote? Check out the games here. See scores here.

Football Friday Night: Week 10 Final Scores

Final scores for Week 10 of football: South Gibson 34 North Side 20 JCM 6 Riverside 49 Scotts Hill 21 Bolivar 28 Lexington 17 Chester Co. 14 Milan 48 Peabody 6 Union City 55 Humboldt 6 Crockett Co. 23 Haywood…

Gibson County to mark bicentennial on Saturday

TRENTON, Tenn. – Gibson County is celebrating their bicentennial on Saturday, October 21!  Music by KOTA and No Time Flat will both be performing. Sandy Moss, Chairman of the Tourism Committee, talked…

Annual festival welcomes pelicans, guests

TIPTONVILLE, Tenn. – The Pelican Festival takes place yearly at Reelfoot Lake State Park and has become a staple in the community, as residents and visitors prepare to welcome these extraordinary birds. …

Listeria detection leads to collard greens recall

From the Tennessee Department of Agriculture: NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Consumer and Industry Services Division (CIS) is issuing a public advisory to warn consumers of Listeria monocytogenes discovered in a package of collard greens sold in Tennessee. During routine surveillance…

Educator of the Week: Chandra Maclin

It’s time to meet our Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Lottery. This week's nominee is Chandra Maclin, an eighth grade teacher at Humboldt Junior and Senior High…

38 educators receive grants to help students thrive

JACKSON, Tenn. – The Leaders Education Foundation hosted a Leads Grants reception at Union University Thursday night, where they awarded 38 educators from across West Tennessee with grants for initiatives to help…

JMCSS board members earn achievement awards

JACKSON, Tenn. – At Thursday night’s Jackson-Madison County School Board meeting, board members received an achievement level from the Tennessee School Boards Association. The board members score points by attending conferences, workshops, and volunteering.  These points will then determine their…

City of Bolivar receives housing grant

BOLIVAR, Tenn. – Bolivar has received a half million dollars to help the community. City representatives and residents of Bolivar gathered for the announcement of a new opportunity for residents.  The Tennessee…

Dancing with the STARs returns for 8th year

JACKSON, Tenn. – A Hub City fan favorite fundraiser is returning.  Dancing with the STARs returns for the 8th year to fundraise for the STAR Center. At their last performance,…

Haywood County woman still missing after four days

UPDATE: Haywood County Sheriff speaks out after body discovered EARLIER STORY: HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. – The search for a Haywood County woman continued as another day went by without any information of…

Drugs found in home near park in Bells

BELLS, Tenn. -- One person was arrested after the search of a home in Bells. The West Tennessee Drug Task Force says a home on Searcy Street, directly across from Andrew-Walker park, was served a search warrant. Inside, around…

UTM to open art exhibition in Humboldt

From the University of Tennessee at Martin: UTM JURIED EXHIBITION, ‘BELLWETHERS 2023,’ OPENS OCT. 23 IN HUMBOLDT MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin Department of Visual and Theatre Arts will host a juried exhibition of artwork by…

Leaf pickup season to begin in Jackson on November 1

From the City of Jackson: City of Jackson 2023-2024 Leaf Pick-Up Season Begins JACKSON, Tenn. ─ The City of Jackson announces the start of the fourth season of our citywide leaf pick-up starting Wednesday, November 1, 2023, through Friday, March 29,…

October marked as National Bullying Prevention Month

JACKSON, Tenn. – October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Bullying is an ongoing issue. In fact, one out of every five students reports being bullied. To identify signs of bullying, look for…

Red carpet chapel held amid Lane’s homecoming week

JACKSON, Tenn. – Homecoming at Lane College continued on Wednesday morning with their red carpet chapel. Students could be seen on stage welcoming the celebration with songs. Students also participated in…