TWRA Weekly Fishing Forecast
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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…
Local man speaks about overcoming drug addiction
JACKSON, Tenn. -- James Blankenship delivered a powerful speech about his life and overcoming drug addiction during the Old Hickory Rotary Club's Monday meeting. Blankenship says he went from a heavy drug addiction…
Auditions to be held for ‘The Play That Goes Wrong’
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Auditions are set to be held for "The Play That Goes Wrong" by the Jackson Theatre Guild. The guild says auditions for their fall production will be August 5 and August 6 at 2 p.m. It will…
Annual event to help veterans, their families on August 4
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual event is being held to bring resources and the community together to engage our veterans and their loved ones. Vendors and agents will be set up on…
Downtown businesses offer sales for 731 Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- 731 Day made an annual return to the Hub City, with businesses offering great deals and savings. Several Hub City businesses had a variety of opportunities for everyone…
Trenton police say two people shot Friday night
TRENTON, Tenn. – The Trenton Police Department says two people were shot Friday night. Around 9 p.m., officers were sent to Lexington Street, where they found two victims with gunshot wounds. The department says that one person was flown to…
WOW Wagon makes stop in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Have you ever been wowed by the power of a book? Well, this wagon has made it a mission to bring the joy of reading to children here…
3 armed robberies under investigation
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- The Dyersburg Police Department says three armed robberies are under investigation. The department says the three robberies, which they believe are connected, occurred Friday night. The department says…
Drug Task Force: Large scale drug trafficking conducted at old Walmart building
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee Drug Task Force has released details into their search of the old Walmart building in Humboldt. The task force has revealed that they were conducting…
Old Country Store, Casey Jones Village to host several events in August
Jackson, Tenn. -- Brooks Shaw’s Old Country Store and Casey Jones Village have a full schedule of events planned for August, including live music and diverse activities for children and adults. Check it out: You can also find their…
Selmer Utility says water main that broke Sunday under repair
HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn. – The Selmer Utility Division is currently repairing a water main break. Selmer Utility says that the main burst on Sunday at State Highway 142, and that they were able to find the break at 9 a.m.…
Madison Co. Fire responds to fires Sunday, Monday
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Fire Department was dispatched to two different fires on Sunday and Monday. Monday Fire Chief Eric Turner says that around 7 a.m., they were…
Jackson Symphony offering sale on tickets
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Symphony is offering a sale on season tickets! You can find upcoming shows below: You can get tickets online or by calling (731) 427-6440. Find more local news here.
Tax free weekend concludes in TN
JACKSON, Tenn.---Tax free weekend comes to an end. Many people were hitting the stores over the weekend to take advantage of the final days of tax free weekend. Sunday marked the last day with the tax holiday ending at…
Meet the new Miss Tennessee Volunteer, Jada Brown
JACKSON, Tenn.---A new Miss Tennessee Volunteer has been crowned. We speak with her and find how she feels about her new title. After 36 young women laid it all on the line for the crown, last night Jada brown was…
Country music star enlist in the U.S. military
NASHVILLE, Tenn.---One country star is ready to serve his country again to heighten morale and help recruit new troops. U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) was in attendance to witness country music star Craig Morgan as he was sworn into the…
A new workout is headed to the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn.---An all new men's workout group comes to the Hub City. F3, a men's workout group is coming to Jackson on August 14 and is looking for men to join a…
Final night of the Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant
JACKSON, Tenn.---Tonight was the final night of the Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant. These contestants laid it all on the line for the crown. In a pageant filled with glitz, glamor,…
Kids learn new skills free of charge in the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Kids in the Hub City were able to learn some new skills for free. The Bounce Back Program celebrated its 2oth year of teaching free basketball skills to the youth. City Councilman Johnny Dodd, along with…
Curiosities Market continues, offering community and more
CAMDEN, Tenn. – The Curiosities Market has returned to Camden, and it is getting better and better! We spoke with Jessie Coleman, the owner of the Curiosities Market, who says that…
2nd ever Community Field Day held in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Families didn’t let the heat stop them heading to a free event. The City of Jackson Recreation and Parks hosted their second annual Community Field Day. Families…
Car, bike show held to improve lives around the world
DYER, Tenn. — A car and bike show was held on Saturday, raising funds for groups aiming to improve lives around the world. In the West Tennessee heat, engines…
Miss Teen Volunteer Pageant: Night 3
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Friday night marks the end of preliminary competition for the Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant. After Friday night, every contestant will have competed in talent, fitness and wellness,…
International basketball tournament begins in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Basketball teams came together from far and wide in the Hub City for the first ever international tournament. Dr. Keith Taylor and Marlin Dotson from the Travel Basketball Team…
Day base opened at Carroll County hospital
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- A special ribbon cutting was held to celebrate the opening of a day base at a Carroll County hospital. "We are announcing an opening of a day base…
Curiosities Market returns to Camden
CAMDEN, Tenn. -- The Curiosities Market is returning to Camden on Saturday, July 29. It is an exciting market of small businesses that carries all things offbeat and eclectic. The first…
Civil War veteran honored by family in Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A local city has paid tribute to a veteran. A family in Humboldt honored their late grandfather Porter Friarson. Friarson served in the American Civil War as a…
