Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff

Local titleholders are celebrated with send-off event

JACKSON, Tenn.---There was a send-off held for two pageant titleholders. Miss Jackson Volunteer, Marti Sullivan and Miss Madison County Volunteer, Jewel Bodkins had their send-off this afternoon. Family and…

Recap: This week’s top stories 7/3-7/7

WEST TENNESSEE---There was a lot that took place this week in West Tennessee. Let us take a look at the top stories this week in West Tennessee. A ceremony was held at…

Former Tennessee State Senator passes away

DRESDEN, Tenn.---Former State Senator and West TN native passes away. Former State Senator for Tennessee, Roy Herron, passed away early Sunday morning. He was 69-years-old. Mr. Herron was seriously injured following a watercraft collision July 1 on Kentucky Lake, where…

Flooding in South Jackson

SOUTH JACKSON, Tenn. ---With today's heavy rain, many areas of the Hub City experienced flooding. Our crews went to South Jackson in the Bemis area, where they found flooding along north…

Flooding in West Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. --- South Jackson is not the only area that experienced flooding as heavy rains came down Saturday. This is video from West Jackson, sent in to us…

Having some fun in the floodwaters

JACKSON, Tenn.---Take a look at this... Talk about taking advantage of the elements to have a good time. This is video sent into us by Anita Tucker of South Madison…

Young girl helps to alert family to house fire

BOLIVAR, Tenn.---A young girl is being credited tonight as a hero in helping to save her family during early morning house fire. According to the Bolivar Fire Department, the house located…

Local rescue opens its gates for visitors

JACKSON, Tenn.---One local animal rescue organization holds its annual open house event. Leaders with Redemption Road Rescue opened their gates to the public today. The event offered a tour…

Famous stunt show comes to Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn.----One event held in Jackson today was an adrenaline-fueled extravaganza! King Tony's Busted Knuckles Stunt Tour wowed the crowds at Bumpus Harley-Davidson in north Jackson. There was plenty of heart-pounding…

First Friday Art Walk held in downtown Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The First Friday Art Walk returned to downtown Jackson. Local artists showed off and sold their artwork at several businesses in the Hub City's newly designated Arts District,…

Back-to-school shopping event held in Selmer

SELMER, Tenn. -- The McNairy County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism hosted a "First Friday" event in Selmer for back to school shopping. Several local businesses took part in the event,…

Crown Winery series helps guests wine down

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- An event hosted by Crown Winery in Humboldt is helping guests wine down after a long week. During the months of May and October, the Crown Winery hosts a…

Jackson Devil Dogs donate toys for second year

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization gave back to Le Bonheur Children's Outpatient Center. The Military Order of the Devil Dogs Master Sgt. Troy Mitchell, Pound 383 of Jackson,…

Mary Lois Green Short

Ms. Mary Lois Green Short, 72, died Thursday, July 6, 2023, at her residence in Brownsville. With social distancing restrictions in place, services will be Saturday, July 15, 2023, at 12:00 Noon at St. Paul Baptist Church in Brownsville.  Interment…

McCaig’s Movie Mayhem: Insidious: The Red Door

https://youtu.be/oX6NYoqYRIo WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News' very own Eli McCaig is here with a review of Sony's & Blumhouse's Insidious: The Red Door. Josh Lambert heads east to drop his son, Dalton, off at school. However, Dalton's college dream soon becomes…

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 State gets new simulation room

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local college has incorporated new tech upgrades into one of its programs. Jackson State Community College has introduced a simulation room to enhance their criminal justice…

Interactive map of state-owned land now available

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A new interactive map of state-owned land in Tennessee is now available. The map, available here, gives users access to a comprehensive list of state-owned properties with numerous data points for each property, including address, District, State…

FHU theatre group to perform original play in Scotland

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- An original West Tennessee play is heading to Scotland later this year. According to a news release, 21 individuals from Freed-Hardeman University’s Theatre program are heading to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023 to present “The Feed."…

UT Martin has open ACT summer sessions

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin Office of Outreach has four open sessions for those wanting to take the ACT this summer. UT Martin says the open ACT sessions at the UT Martin campus are: Monday, July…

Third CEG winner announced

JACKSON, Tenn. -- As the City of Jackson, Boren and Boyd, The Bank of Jackson, and WBBJ continue to team up and host a friendly local small business competition this month, we have…

TBI reports reduction in sexual assault test times

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is reporting a reduction in sexual assault test times. The TBI says that the crime lab is returning test results to local law enforcement in 22.7 weeks on average, or just under…

POLL: Favorite video game?

From the latest seasons of Call of Duty: Warzone and Fortnite, all the way back to Pokémon Snap for the Nintendo 64, there are plenty of video games to play and enjoy with friends. Or people that you can't mute…

Alamo issues boil water notice

ALAMO, Tenn. -- The Town of Alamo has issued a boil water notice. Alamo says that they have experienced a line break that has led to a loss of water pressure. You should boil any water for three minutes,…

Parade marks annual celebration in Dyer

DYER, Tenn. -- One town celebrated not only the 4th of July, but also held an annual parade. Dyer celebrated its 39th Dyer Station Celebration Tuesday morning. Organizers say this year…

White Squirrel Parade held in Kenton

KENTON, Tenn. -- The White Squirrel Parade was held in Kenton on Tuesday. The parade is part of a week-long celebration being held in the town, which has already included…

TBI investigating two separate, fatal incidents

UPDATE: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirmed that they are also investigating a separate death that occurred in the 100 block of Oak Street. The TBI says one person was confirmed…

Celebration held for Grand Marshal Sandy Moss

DYER, Tenn. -- A celebration was held to honor a very special person. A Grand Marshal Reception was held as part of the Dyer Station Celebration to honor Grand Marshal Sandy Moss. Moss said she is excited and grateful…

Jackson restaurant getting drive-thru addition

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new drive-thru spot is coming to Jackson later this year. The Old Country Store announced that they are going through with plans to install a drive-thru on the northside of their current building. “We’ve been discussing…

Where to go for last minute firework sales

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Doing some last minute firework shopping for the Independence Day holiday? Deco Fireworks, in Lexington is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. during weekdays and is located near at 4100 US-412 in Lexington. They are…

From PTSD Awareness to July 4th: What to keep in mind

JACKSON, Tenn. -- June marked PTSD Awareness Month. With July 4th bringing in explosive celebrations, we share what to remember and what to keep in mind. PTSD, or Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, develops in some people who have experienced a shocking,…

‘Tri-Stars and Stripes’ launched in Tennessee to support vets

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee has launched a new council called the "Tri-Stars and Stripes." "Tri-Stars and Stripes: The Governor’s Council for Service Members, Veterans and Their Families" is aimed at supporting former service members, the state says. “As…

July 4th activities at Pinson Mounds State Park

PINSON, Tenn.---One local state park is holding multiple events for the Fourth of July. Pinson Mounds State Park will be hosting about 15 programs this week. Visitors to the park can enjoy…

Cannons sound again at Shiloh Nat. Military Park

SHILOH, Tenn.---Once again, cannon fire could be heard echoing through the Shiloh National Military Park. In honor of July 4th, the Shiloh National Military Park held Civil War cannon firing demonstrations yesterday and…