Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff

West Tennessee Recovery Roundup set for Saturday

JACKSON, Tenn. – West Tennessee Recovery Roundup is being held in Jackson on Saturday. The event will feature several guest speakers including:  David Shane Young Caleb Brooks Jonathan McClayton Michael Jamieson  Richard Braggs Amy Coleman Among more It will be…

Day Camp powers kids to grow their abilities

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Summer camps can be one of the highlights in a child's summer vacation, but this camp is empowering them not to just to have fun but to grow their…

Inmates make donation to JMCGH bereavement program

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Inmates at a local correctional facility have made a donation to the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. CoreCivic says that the Crochet Class at the Whiteville Correctional Facility puts together handmade items to donate to groups within…

K9 Rex continuing to recover after lightning strike

DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- The Dyersburg Police Department has shared an update on K9 Rex. Friday, the department shared that he has returned home after being rushed to the Animal Care Clinic earlier this week. Rex is still in non-enforcement status…

Browns Creek Lake to temporarily close for construction

HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency says Browns Creek Lake will temporarily close in August. The TWRA says the lake in Natchez Trace State Park will be closed for construction starting on August 1 and will continue…

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…

Brownsville mayor addresses State of the City

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The City of Brownsville presented their annual State of the City address. In it, city leaders discussed the monumental task of upgrading the city's infrastructure to accommodate the predicted population increase due to new industries coming to…

Book talk, reception held for author in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A book talk and reception was held at the Ned in downtown Jackson Thursday to celebrate author Pamela Marshall's release of her book "The Art of Forgiveness." Marshall…

UT Gardens expert shares tips you can use

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A landscaping and gardening expert from the University of Tennessee Gardens in Jackson shared tips you can use. Jason Reeves, a curator at UT Gardens, said that most people…

Teen arrested in connection to 2022 homicide

RIPLEY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says a teen has been arrested in connection to a 2022 homicide in Ripley. The TBI says that on Dec. 7, 2022, their agents joined in on the investigation into the fatal…

3 Jackson men receive sentence over 2020 carjacking

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Three Jackson men have been sentenced over a 2020 carjacking in Bolivar. Thursday, the United States Department of Justice announced that Delvion Beard, 22, Quadarius Greer, 21, and Bryson Townsley, 21, all of Jackson, have been sentenced…

Henderson County hospital earns grant from the state

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Health is supporting a local hospital with a grant. According to BradenHealth, the Henderson County Community Hospital has been granted $687,500 to help with infrastructure improvements and expanding access to healthcare services. The…

Tickets on sale for Catfish Derby, Riverfest

HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Tickets are on sale now for the Catfish Derby & Riverfest in Hardin County. This year's headliner is Jo Dee Messina, who is currently on her Heads Carolina-Tails California Greatest Hits tour. It will also feature…

JPD holds press conference on unsolved cases

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department held a press conference to discuss cases in which no suspect or suspects have been identified. Jackson Police Chief Thom Corley spoke on three…

Several events to take place in Jackson city parks

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson's Recreation and Parks Department has announced a few events happening this month. The Bowls for the Hungry charity event will be this Saturday, July…

6 law enforcement agencies receiving grant to combat violent crime

DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Six West Tennessee law enforcement agencies are getting support in combatting violent crime. The Dyersburg Police Department announced Wednesday that they, along with Ripley Police Department, Halls Police Department, Troy Police Department, Union City Police Department, and…

City of Jackson issues reminder for fall soccer registration

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has shared a reminder for those interested in fall soccer. They say if you missed the early registration deadline, then you are encouraged to register before the teams get full. The city says…

Two rounds of severe storms sweep West Tennessee

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two rounds of severe storms swept across West Tennessee Tuesday, leaving behind damage and many residents without power. The storms brought intense lightning. Angie Mangrum, who lives…

Total of $31,000 in scholarships go to students

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization gives back to students. A non-profit organization called The Morgan Leah McCarty Scholarship fund gave a total of $31,000 in scholarships to students. Eliza Gibson,…

Next Leadership University class members announced

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Greater Jackson Chamber has announced who was selected for the 2023-2024 Leadership University class. This year's class will be made up of: Boran Aljafari , Madison Academic High School Analiese Anderson, Jackson Christian School Brooklen Bonds,…

Whiteville Police hold drive-thru food drive

WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- Officers hosted a drive-thru food drive at Whiteville City Park on Tuesday. The Whiteville Police Department has partnered with Mid-South Food Bank to help those in the community…

Tennessee AG partners with FTC over robocalls

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee's attorney general is working with the Federal Trade Commission to crackdown in robocalls. According to a news release, Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti says that a joint initiative dubbed “Operation Stop Scam Calls” is targeting "telemarketers and…

More than 10,000 backpacks provided to Tennessee students

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The State of Tennessee says that more than 10,000 backpacks have been provided to students in economically distressed counties. The news release says the backpacks were provided to students through the Tennessee Serves initiative by Tennessee's first…

Chester Co. Budget Committee meets over budget

CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Chester County Budget Committee is close to finalizing the 2023-2024 budget. The committee met Monday evening at the Chester County Courthouse, with many residents in attendance…

Glock switch demo hosted by ATF

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Several law enforcement agencies came together Monday to discuss the dangers of "Glock switches," or machine gun conversion devices. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives…

Lori Lott speaks to Old Hickory Rotary Club

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Old Hickory Rotary Club held a meeting featuring a guest speaker. Monday's speaker at the DoubleTree meeting was the Administrator of Elections for Madison County, Lori Lott.…

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Reaches West Tennessee

You may have noticed that it looks hazy outside, this is due to Canadian wildfire smoke! Hazy skies will stick around this evening and tomorrow. Smoke should start to clear out on Tuesday. TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming clear,…

A local winery offers a fun music series

JACKSON, Tenn.---A local winery hosts a music event at their location. On Sunday, Century Farm Winery held their Voices in the Vineyard at their all new building. People were able…

Tryouts held for a new musical at the Ned

JACKSON, Tenn.---Tryouts were held at the Ned downtown for the musical "Matilda." "Matilda" is the story of an extraordinary little girl with extraordinary powers. The daughter of abusive parents, Matilda finds…

JPD investigates overnight murder in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn.--- An overnight murder occurs in Jackson. We received information from a tipster stating that Saturday around midnight, shots could be heard around the Old Humboldt Road area in Jackson. The Jackson Police Department issued a press release…

Happy paws fill the Jackson fairgrounds at Pets Rock Fest

JACKSON, Tenn.---Second annual Pets Rock Festival celebrates animals and adoption. We have the details on this much anticipated event for animal lovers. The Jackson fairgrounds came alive with excitement as animal lovers…

Local lodge hosts a charity tournament

JACKSON, Tenn.---One organization held a cornhole tournament right here in Jackson. The Scarlet Rope Project held a cornhole tournament at the Elk's Lodge where people could submit a team and compete against…

Lexington martial arts school welcomes a special guest

LEXINGTON, Tenn.---A Henderson county jiu-jitsu school hosts a seminar featuring a jiu-jitsu legend from California. It was a packed school at Borras BJJ located in Lexington with jiu-jitsu enthusiasts from all around…