GALLERY: Cats of West Tennessee!
GALLERY: Cats of West Tennessee! It is International Cat Day! To make everyone’s Tuesday better, we are making a gallery of kitties submitted to us from you! And be sure to keep an eye out in the gallery for a…
Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff
Truck destroyed by fire in Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A truck was destroyed after it caught fire on Ameristeel Road in Jackson. The truck started catching fire and within minutes the vehicle was fully engulfed. The Madison County Fire Department was quickly on the scene…
Nonprofit hosts expansion meeting in Trenton
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Some West Tennessee children in foster care can soon rely on a nurturing home while they wait for a foster care placement. A local nonprofit organization…
Jackson Choral Society begins rehearsals
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson Choral Society has commenced rehearsals for its upcoming concert. The initial rehearsal took place Monday night at First United Methodist Church in downtown Jackson.…
Henderson County resident competing in ‘Favorite Chef’ contest
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local Henderson County resident has an exciting opportunity to secure victory in a competition that presents skilled chefs in an unprecedented manner, all while contributing to…
Jackson man arrested in connection to Gibson County robbery
COVINGTON, Tenn. -- A man wanted for armed robbery in Milan was arrested following a pursuit. According to the Covington Police Department, on Friday around 1 p.m., a license plate reader picked up a vehicle entering the city that…
Ceremony held to honor Purple Heart veterans
MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- McNairy County held a ceremony to honor their Purple Heart veterans. In a heartfelt ceremony on Monday, McNairy County made history as it officially became a…
New school year begins for JMCSS students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students in one of West Tennessee's largest districts are returning to school. For some, this is their first year of school. Arlington Elementary opened its doors…
Delta Faucet hosts scholarship reception
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A special reception was held at Delta Faucet. On Monday, Delta Faucet hosted a scholarship reception for employees' children entering college this fall. Delta Faucet has been…
Ranger-led hike to give insight into north Mississippi battle
CORINTH, Miss. -- A ranger-led hike is providing insight into an 1862 battle in northern Mississippi. On August 12, guests will be able to join Ranger Laura Lee McKellips to learn more about the of Davis Bridge and its connection…
Bassmaster series comes to Pickwick Lake
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The 2023 national championship for the Bassmaster College Series is being held at Pickwick Lake. According to a news release, this is the first time since 2018 the College Series will compete on Pickwick Lake and the…
That’s a wrap: Hub City Film Festival closes with awards, musical guests
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Sunday marked the last night of the two-day Hub City Film Festival. Filmmakers from all over Jackson and West Tennessee were asked to showcase their films. Sunday, they taught…
Auditions held for ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new play makes its way to downtown Jackson. The Jackson Theatre Guild had their auditions Sunday night. Auditions were held upstairs in the old City Hall in…
Demonstrations returns to Shiloh
SHILOH, Tenn.---The Shiloh National Military Park continued with another cannon firing demonstration. The cannons and formations, as well as doctrine, that the reenactors use are completely historically accurate. This allows…
Storm damage in East Madison Co.
JACKSON, Tenn.---In our continuing coverage of yesterday's storms, our crews found trees and powerlines down on Cotton Grove Road. We also want to make a correction, last night we said a…
A new festival debuts in the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn.---Hub City Film Festival celebrates local filmmakers and community connectivity. Jackson's vibrant film community came alive at The Ned on Saturday, as the first ever Hub City Film Festival began day…
Friends come together for a special potluck
JACKSON, Tenn.---People came together for a unique potluck. On Saturday at Hub City Brewing, a Friendship Day Potluck was held. This event aimed to foster friendship, unity, and camaraderie. Participants were encouraged…
Scholarship recipient honored at luncheon
JACKSON, Tenn.---One event held in Jackson seeks to offer a high school student a scholarship. The 11th annual Vivien Bell Scholarship Luncheon was held earlier today. This event is held every first…
‘Pack the Bus’ event returns to help Hub city kids
JACKSON, Tenn.--- As children head back to school this non profit prepares for the return of children in the Hub City. RIFA’s 12th annual Pack the Bus event returned to help…
Jackson woman recounts home invasion
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police are investigating a home invasion in the Hub City. Rhonda Snider had just gotten into bed when she suddenly heard a loud bang at the door. When she…
Madison, Haywood law enforcement warn of ongoing scam
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two local sheriff's departments are warning of an ongoing scam in the area. According to the Madison County Sheriff's Department and the Haywood County Sheriff's Department, there have been several reports of scammers calling residents and impersonating law…
Event highlights veterans services available in Jackson-Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County Veterans Services hosted their Veterans Outreach Event on Friday. Veterans in the city were able to come out and learn about new resources available. With the PACT…
Ribbon cutting sees new apartments open in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Shadow Creek West Apartments held a ribbon cutting on Friday. They recently opened their doors to new renters on Tuesday, August 1. These apartments will have two…
West Tennessee Healthcare announces new CQO
From West Tennessee Healthcare: Jackson, Tennessee (August 4, 2023) - West Tennessee Healthcare is pleased to announce that Amy Cain, MSN, MBA, CPHQ, RNC-EFM has joined…
GALLERY: Flooding around West Tennessee
Trenton On Haliburton Street in Trenton, the road was covered in water, making it impassable. "On a rainy day like today, it floods pretty much over the road. I mean nothing too bad. As you can see, it has…
Weather leads to postponement of Discovery Park event
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Discovery Park of America says the Antique Tractor Show has been pushed back due to weather. It will now be Friday, August 11 and Saturday,…
TWRA Weekly Fishing Forecast
TWRA Weekly Fishing Forecast NOTE - The TWRA wants to build a comprehensive report each week of the state’s lakes. If you do not see a report for your favorite lake and you are someone who can provide a report, please…
Jackson-Madison County open house draws in crowds
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Schools across Jackson and Madison County were full of people Thursday, even though it's still summer break. However, these were not students, but parents. Parents…
West Tennessee Cotton Festival returns for another year
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee Cotton Festival, a month-long celebration of all things cotton, returns for another year. The festival takes place in Crockett Mills each weekend during the month of August. Events include family night with concessions…
Snack backpack ministry needs your help
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As students return to the classroom, one non-profit needs help from its community. As students and teachers are both excited to begin the next school year, RIFA…
JMCSS hosts school supply drive
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As August rolls on, children from all over Madison County are preparing for school. The Jackson-Madison County School System hosted a school supplies drive on August 3.…
Many counties see students return to classes
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Summer is coming to an end, and classes have started for some counties in West Tennessee. After years of attending school during the pandemic, things have changed.…
Woman wanted for carjacking, aggravated robbery arrested
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A woman wanted for carjacking and aggravated robbery was arrested in Jackson on Wednesday. According to a news release from the U.S. Marshals Two Rivers Violent Fugitive Task Force, Marquila Rollins, 39, of Jackson, was captured at…
GALLERY: Viewers submit photos of Thursday morning storms
Check out these photos provided by WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News viewers of the storms that went through West Tennessee Thursday morning:
Hughes & Coleman share tips for drivers, students as school begins
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers are encouraging drivers to be cautious as students head back to school. Thursday, Hughes & Coleman shared a list of tips for kids from the National Safety Council: Stand 10-12 feet from…
Shirlene Mercer, beloved member of the community, passes away
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson resident and civil rights activist Shirlene Mercer leaves behind a living legacy in Jackson and West Tennessee that is sure to be remembered for generations to come. Shirlene…
Senior citizen food drive to be held Friday
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The West Madison Senior Citizen Center will host its first-ever senior food drive on Friday, August 4, available for all citizens ages 60 and up. The drive…
TBI investigating murder of 81-year-old woman in Brownsville
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Bureau of Investigation special agents are working alongside the Brownsville Police Department to investigate a murder that occurred Tuesday night in Brownsville. According to the TBI, a…
District-wide in-service held in Jackson-Madison County schools
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System came together as a district to sharpen their skills as the new school year quickly approaches. "We have teachers choose principals that are…
Meeting to be held for Black farmers in Haywood County
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A meeting for Black farmers is being held in Haywood County on Thursday. According to the news release, the meeting is being held for farmers "to discuss heir property issues; pursuing economic development partnerships for generational wealth…
Shiloh National Military Park to host Junior Ranger Hike
SHILOH, Tenn. -- The Shiloh National Military Park is hosting a Junior Ranger Hike later this month. The park says the hike will allow the rangers to explore the…
Jackson-Madison County library events for August
From the Jackson-Madison County Public Library: Multiage Programs at JMC Library August 2023 JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson-Madison County Library has several ongoing programs for adults this month. Computer Classes: Intro to Computers is August 9 at 11:00 am. Come…
National Night Out brings community members together
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- Tuesday evening, citizens and law enforcement came together on a positive note. Residents of Hardin County came out for National Night Out at the Tennessee Street Park in Savannah.…
Intro to Competition Shooting held in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Range opened its doors for a special event Tuesday night. The Range held an Introduction to Competition Shooting. The class is part of The Range's action pistol…
Tips on how to prep for anxiety of school
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The upcoming school year can be an exciting time, but for some it can be a time of high anxiety that can lead to depression. The Anxiety and…
Tax relief on groceries begins in Tennessee
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- In a move aimed at providing financial relief to Tennesseans, the Tennessee Works Tax Act was signed by Governor Bill Lee back in May. As a result, groceries will…
Tools to help young people with finances
Money is a big topic in most households and there may be some important people who are not familiar with the ins and outs of spending. According to Consumer Reporter Elizabeth…
FHU appoints new senior vice president
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University has a new senior vice president. According to a news release, Dave Clouse, the now former vice president for community engagement, will be taking on the new role immediately. The release says that Clouse is…
Recycling tips, best practices shared by Waste Management official
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Recycling can bring new life into old materials, but there are some best practices that will help get the most out of the process. There are many items that…
731 Day Celebrated with Water Balloon Fight
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In celebration of 731 Day, the 8th Annual Water Balloon Fight was held on Monday. The water balloon fight is organized by Town and Country Realtors. It took…
