Education Foundation talks finances
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Education Foundation held a meeting Tuesday afternoon, and the biggest topic of discussion was finances. The foundation has come back together after a few years of…
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Postpartum support group to meet each month
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A group dedicated to those facing postpartum is meeting each month. The West Tennessee Postpartum Support Group meets every last Sunday of the month at Your CBD Store in Jackson. The group provides peer support, a safe…
Bethel student selected for Red Cross program
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- A Bethel student has been selected for a Red Cross program. According to a news release, sophomore Gracelyn Eaves will get an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, D.C. through the Red Cross Leadership Program for 2023. “I’ve…
UT Martin to host Spring Preview Day
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin is hosting Spring Preview Day. On April 1, anyone who is thinking about heading to UT Martin is…
Jackson Parks to host several events over next few months
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Recreation and Parks Department has much more to offer over the next couple of months. Their calendar for March is already filled with a list different activities and classes available for local residents. Residents have…
Reality comes to students at local high school
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The realities of adulthood and finances were turned into a fair for students. South Gibson County High School and Leaders Credit Union teamed on Tuesday to teach…
Electric company ‘flips the switch’ to clean energy
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Rain and a lack of sunshine did not stop one electrical company from "flipping the switch" to cleaner energy. Tuesday, the Bolivar Energy Authority held a "Flip the…
City officials, Megan Hedwall discuss her resignation
HORNSBY, Tenn. -- The mayor of a town in West Tennessee resigned from her position after more than two years in office. Hornsby, in Hardeman County, has been dealing with some…
VIDEO: Bat crashes Jackson event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- While filming a story Monday night in the Jackson, one of our photographers captured this incident. What you're seeing is a bat crashing an event. The bat flew around the room,…
Rockabillys host benefit for National Down Syndrome Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Players came together for a good cause. Local teams played baseball at the Rockabilly Stadium Monday night. Union City and Jackson Christian played against each other, followed by…
Community holds ribbon cutting for new city hall
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local city is got a touch up. The City of Brownsville held a ribbon cutting for their new city hall. The new city hall is…
Fight against fentanyl discussed by community
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson community came together for a free and urgent event. Local leaders and authorities gathered with residents Monday night to discuss how we can all join the…
Celebration of Women’s history continues at Jackson State
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College honored the reputation of a multitude of diverse voices during Women's History Month. Internationally-acclaimed author and investigative journalist Becca Andrews was the keynote speaker…
3rd Sue Shelton White scholarship goes to local student
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local college student received a scholarship. Madison Area Democratic Women awarded its third annual Sue Shelton White Scholarship to Misty Gordon on Monday. Gordon received the $2,500…
Hiring event to be held Tuesday in Humboldt
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A hiring event is being held at Gray Metal South in Humboldt. The event, which is set for Tuesday, March 21, will connect job seekers with positions such as warehouse puller, production supervisor, laser operator, maintenance, and…
Court records reveal details in north Walmart stabbing
JACKSON, Tenn. -- New details regarding a stabbing inside the Walmart in north Jackson last week are now available. According to court records, on March 15, Maurice Jackson was observed on…
Roundabout could be coming to one West Tennessee county
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A new roundabout could be coming to one West Tennessee county. With many topics discussed, including new businesses that have moved downtown and housing concerns, one that…
Student’s art show raises money for a great cause
MEDINA, Tenn. ---A local elementary school held an art show for a great cause. Hornets for Hope Art Show was held on Sunday at South Gibson County Elementary School from 2…
Brides-to-be shop Goodwill for the perfect dress
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A popular store has a special deal for brides-to-be. Over the weekend, various Goodwill stores including Jackson, Lexington, and Union City will be offering wedding dresses for as little…
Local theater group performs special shows
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Hub City Theatre held an Improv Show in downtown Jackson at Turntable Coffee. This was the second day for the show this weekend. Hub City Theatre Company is all about…
A local sorority celebrates its 115th Founder’s Day
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. ---One local sorority chapter celebrates more than 100 years of service. The Humboldt Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated Theta Eta Omega Chapter joined together to celebrate its 115th…
Freeze Warning Tonight Across West Tennessee
Sunday Afternoon Forecast Update for March 19th: Sunny skies and dry conditions this afternoon. A freeze warning will be issued once again tonight across West Tennessee as temperatures will drop into the upper teens, lower 20s. We'll start the week…
A unique market comes to the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. --- An expo makes its first appearance in the Hub City and for bargain hunters...it may be unlike anything you've ever seen. The first ever Misfits Market Expo was…
Tournament paves the way for future students
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A basketball tournament is held in the Hub city for a great cause. The first ever O.G. Classic Basketball Tournament was held today at the T.R. White Sportsplex…
Frozen JR. performers take the stage one more time
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A special performance is held here in the Hub City. The play, "Frozen Junior," an adaptation of the Disney film 'Frozen' was performed live on stage at The Ned. The…
Local organization recognizes influential women in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. ---One organization sets aside the day to recognize the achievements of women. The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated of the Beta Upsilon Lambda Alumni Chapter hosted a brunch…
Car enthusiasts come out to vote for their favorites
JACKSON, Tenn. ---An annual car show makes a pit stop in the Hub City again this weekend. The 12th annual Thomas Media Motor Mania Car Show was held today at the Jackson…
Runners lace up their sneakers for RIFA
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Runners lace up their running shoes to help one well-known local non-profit. It's Jackson Walk's 10th annual Jackson Walk 5k. The race began at 9 this morning at…
Pet of the Week: Lillie
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Lillie! Lillie is a mature cattle dog mix, and a sweet, quiet lady of leisure. She has earned the nickname of…
Search continues for missing Benton County teen
UPDATE (3/23/23): Missing Benton County teen found safe, TBI confirms BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Monday, March 13, the Benton County Sheriff's Office received a call that 14-year-old Aaliyah Ann Whitehead had run away…
Jackson joins national competition to be ‘Strongest Town’
CLICK HERE TO VOTE! JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's Tennessee versus Florida next week, and no, we're not talking about basketball, but cities! The Hub City will face off against Oviedo, Florida…
St. Patrick’s Day party held at local brewery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local business celebrated the luck of the Irish on Friday. Hub City Brewing held their St. Patrick's Day Party. The brewery had special drinks available for…
Family protests outside DAs office
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Dozens of family and supporters gathered in the Hub City, they say to look for answers. The family of Tyeasha Starks held a protest outside of the district…
New Pope School project experiencing ‘growing pains’
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Friday, the Madison County Commission held a meeting to discuss the new Pope School project. According to Carl Alexander, the Chairman of the Property Committee for the County Commission,…
McCaig’s Movie Mayhem: Shazam!: Fury of the Gods
https://youtu.be/2bXlRvD6xbc WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News' very own Eli McCaig is here with a review of Warner Bros & New Line Cinemas' Shazam!: Fury of the Gods. Bestowed with the powers of the gods, Billy Batson and his fellow foster kids…
South Madison County homicide under investigation
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide. According to the sheriff's office, around 10:15 p.m. on Thursday, deputies responded to Old Henderson Road near Pinson for a report of shots fired. When they arrived,…
STEM Inspire Programs continues in local county
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- A STEM program in a local county has been completed by more than 100 students. STEM Inpsire students Ava Akins, Alyssa Belew, Tobey Brooks, Rion Cary, Thatcher Crews, Katelynn Essary, Peyton Hays,…
‘Sound the Alarm’ connecting residents with free smoke alarms
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson American Red Cross, alongside volunteers, got together on Friday to start part one of "Sound the Alarm." It is a program that brings information and resources…
Educator of the Week: Trevor Mayhall
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- It's time to recognize this week's Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Trevor Mayhall is a band director for Henderson County Middle…
Museum displays exhibit on Black sitcoms
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A new exhibit is on display with the hopes of inspiring our youth. The Tom & O.E. Stigall Ethnic Library & Museum in Humboldt is currently showing…
Two businesses to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- St. Patrick's Day is Friday! Hub City Brewing and Mulligan's will be having specials and entertainment to celebrate the holiday. Hub City Brewing will be preparing special…
First ever Women in Rotary Tea Party set for next week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The oldest civic club in the Hub City is preparing for an event with a great cause. The inaugural Women in Rotary Tea Party is coming up.…
Day two of softball tournament held in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday, the second day of the Sarah Beth Whitehead Memorial Softball Tournament kicked off at the Jackson Sportsplex. John Whitehead created this tournament in 2008 to honor his daughter…
New state park could be established in West Tennessee
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local restoration area may turn into an official state park soon. In February, during Gov. Bill Lee's State of the State address, he said he…
City of Jackson elections to be in early May
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Election time in the City of Jackson is in early May, bringing the chance for change in several positions. The sample ballot shows six mayor candidates, Ray Condray, Scott…
Prayer Circle visits Jackson City Hall
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A group of local pastors were invited to City Hall to pray for the City of Jackson and its' employees. The prayer circle began at the height of…
Fatal house fire claims the life of 5-year-old in Chester County
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn.--On Tuesday March 14 just before 8 a.m. Chester County Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Weaver Thomas Road, which sadly, claimed the life of a young child.…
Fundraiser for Inclusion Park to be held March 25
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One non-profit aimed to change the lives of those living in Carroll County. The Carroll County Inclusion Park is a non-profit organization with one mission: to help the children…
Head Start, Early Head Start taking applications
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If your little one is ready to learn, we have some details for you. Washington Douglass is having their Head Start/Early Head Start recruitment. Applications will be taken Tuesday,…
Luggage drive being held for foster kids
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local group is helping children in the foster care system in a unique way. The Haywood Leadership Class of 2023 is hosting a Luggage Drive to collect people's…
