Young athletes get schooled by legends
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Today was the first Tennessee Legends Football Camp of the 2023 season. Legends of Tennessee is a non profit organization led by former and current University of Tennessee football players.…
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Saturday Evening Forecast Update
Beautiful sunny & warm conditions across #WestTennessee today. Much needed after a week of showers and storms. Tonight will be clear with an overnight low in the low 40s. We'll stay dry and sunny for the rest of the weekend…
19th annual NAACP Advocacy Summit returns to Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. ---An organization holds a luncheon. A special luncheon was held at the Doubletree Hotel here in Jackson by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. There…
Pet of the Week: Nia
This week’s Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Nia! This sweet girl had a rough start to life but has a rags to riches story. Now, Nia is…
Special Interview with Memphis Wrestling’s Dustin Starr
https://youtu.be/bp5XYtG56UY Hello everyone, we have a special video for you. Today, WBBJ 7's Entertainment Correspondent Eli McCaig was able to interview Memphis Wrestling's head promoter Dustin Starr. They spoke about many things including the origins of Memphis Wrestling, Dustin's transition…
McCaig’s Movie Mayhem: Creed III
https://youtu.be/jQ1hX4X5-9o WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News' very own Eli McCaig is here with a review of MGM's Creed III. Still dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed is thriving in his career and family life. When Damian, a childhood friend and former…
Lane College RA says he was injured in ceiling collapse
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An injury at a local campus leaves one student with questions. "On February the 16th, I had a 9:30 class. I got in the shower at 9:00," said Lane College student Troy Holt. "When I got in…
Educator of the Week: Billy Allison
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- It's time to recognize this week's Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Billy Allison is an 11th grade English teacher at Crockett County High School in Alamo. Allison began teaching in…
Story of Robin Hood to be performed in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's a tale of stealing from the rich to give to the poor! South Side High School's Theatre Department is preparing for their last showings of "Sherwood: The…
Daryl Hubbard runs for mayor of Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another mayoral candidate is making himself known in the Hub City. Daryl Hubbard has announced he will be running for mayor in Jackson this year. Hubbard held a…
Read Across America Day comes to Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school invited parents and students to be involved as they celebrated a special night. Isaac Lane Technology Magnet Elementary School held a Literacy Night to…
Two controversial bills signed by governor
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Two controversial bills have been signed into law by Gov. Bill Lee. Lawmakers say both are a way to protect children, while others are saying they're divisive. Thursday,…
School Closings: Friday, March 3
Schools closing on Friday, March 3 due to the weather: Chester County Schools Decatur County Schools Hardeman County Schools Hardin County Schools Henderson County Schools Jackson-Madison County Schools Jackson State Community College (All campuses) McNairy County Schools
City pursuing FEMA grant for stormwater pipe improvements
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Stormwater pipes are getting a spotlight, and for good reason. "Flooding, tornado, ice storms, any of these disasters, if you have a hazard mitigation program, you can apply for…
‘Freaky Friday’ to come to local high school
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local school is preparing for a stage performance. Chester County High School will perform "Freaky Friday" starting this weekend. The play follows a mother and daughter…
Western Auto to be passed to new owner
SEE ALSO: Lovett's Western Auto celebrates former owner Georgia Drumwright JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local business is changing ownership. Western Auto, in south Jackson, has been female-led for more than 50 years…
Bomb threat draws in police, fire departments
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department rushed to a local hotel in response to what employees say was a bomb threat. A little before 2:30 p.m., we received a tip of a possible fire at a local hotel. Upon…
Car wash holds grand opening
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you were looking for the right time to wash that car, here is your sign. A ribbon cutting and grand opening was held Wednesday for a…
Band Day held to celebrate music
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students came together in the Hub City to celebrate music. The Jackson-Madison County School System held a concert festival Band Day Wednesday. The festival brought middle and high…
All Tennessee counties to receive funds from lawsuit
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- After a nationwide lawsuit against drug makers, counties all over Tennessee are receiving funding to fight a nationwide crisis. On February 24, Tennessee's Abatement Council announced it is making…
Beloved Hardin County K9 dies at 11-years-old
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Hardin County Fire Department lost a 11 year member of their team. The department shared to Facebook on Wednesday the death of K9 Jodi Le Branum. The fire department says she helped with multiple…
One sport brings older residents together
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The South Jackson Community Center is giving senior adults the opportunity to get involved not only with their community, but also on the court. Pickleball is one of many activities making…
Two people detained after protesting at governor’s speech
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) -- Two people were detained by Memphis police Wednesday after voicing concerns about Gov. Bill Lee’s plan to sign the bill that would restrict public drag performances. Lee was in Memphis on Wednesday to unveil the new…
Threatening email sent to students, staff of local university
MARTIN, Tenn. -- One university's students, staff, and alumni received a threatening email on Wednesday. Around 8 a.m., students, staff, and alumni of the University of Tennessee at Martin received a threatening…
Free youth symposium to be held March 11
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A free youth symposium is set to be held in Jackson. Nu Sigma chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. will be holding the 2023 Youth Symposium at the TR White Sportplex on March 11. The event…
One fire chief steps down, another sworn in on Wednesday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson celebrated the retirement of one fire chief and the swearing in of a new one. Wednesday, the City of Jackson held a ceremony…
Legislator seeks to add alternative to lethal injection
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A bill proposed in Tennessee seeks to allow an alternative to lethal injection. House Bill 1245, by Rep. Dennis Powers, seeks to allow those on death row the option for the firing squad. "It simply gives the…
Banquet held for scouts in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. – A banquet was held for scouts in West Tennessee. The 2023 Celebration of Scouting Banquet brought food, scouts, their families and friends to the Carl Perkins Civic Center…
Number of COVID-19 vaccinations going down
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's been three years since coronavirus impacted the world forever. The question is, where are we now and how are vaccines still preventing the spread of the virus? William Moss,…
Lisa Garner named CEO of theCO
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lisa Garner is taking on a new role at theCO. According to a news release, Garner is replacing Ben Ferguson. “I'm excited by Lisa's appointment as theCO's CEO, as her remarkable experience sets the stage for great…
Fatal shooting causes concerns about lethal self defense
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After last week's fatal shooting, questions have been asked about when you can use lethal self defense. February 20 in north Madison County, 22-year-old, Tyeasha Starks was fatally…
Selmer police respond to shots fired call
SELMER, Tenn. – The Selmer Police Department responded to a shots fired call on Tuesday. Officials with the department say their officers were dispatched around 11:30 a.m. to Cypress Street for the call. Officers found no one injured, but…
‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’ coming to Martin
MARTIN, Tenn. -- "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" is coming to Martin. According to a news release, the University of Tennessee at Martin’s Vanguard Theatre will be putting on their performance created by John Gordon. The production, directed by…
Jackson students close Black History Month with special celebration
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students at Jackson Central-Merry celebrated the last day of the national Black History Month with guest speakers, performers, and presentations. This year's theme was titled "Black Resistance: Looking…
Local Arby’s donates $6,500 to Carl Perkins Center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Arby's is giving back to communities by donating thousands of dollars to a local organization. Tuesday morning, Arby's presented a check of $6,500 to the Carl Perkins Center.…
Whiteville challenges 2020 Census population numbers
WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- One local town filed an appeal, challenging its 2020 Census population numbers. The US Census Bureau released their 2020 Population Census. Officials with the town of Whiteville noticed…
USJ to hold production of ‘The Addams Family: The Musical’
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University School of Jackson is holding a production of "The Addams Family: The Musical." It will be held by their high school production crew in the…
Black History Month 2023: Erit Turner
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Each week in February, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News is celebrating Black History Month by telling the story of West Tennesseans. It's sponsored by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Erit Turner…
Hardin Co. fire chief talks about man’s death in TN River
SALTILLO, Tenn. -- A man lost his life after driving his vehicle into the Tennessee River. Scott Day, 64, a disabled veteran drowned Friday night in Saltillo after driving down Saltillo's…
Gibson County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing man
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Sheriff's Office says they are searching for a missing resident. The sheriff's office shared on Facebook that they are searching for Randy Ainsworth, who walked away from his home on Davis Road around…
Man in Atwood standoff IDed, officially charged
ATWOOD, Tenn. -- A man involved in last week's standoff in Carroll County has been charged and identified by law enforcement. The news release from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says that 50-year-old Jason Perry was released from a Nashville…
How to be a hero to your garden
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee is known for adverse weather and constant changes. One group is facing it in full force. With warmer weather deciding to spring forward earlier than expected,…
Lane College receives grant
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lane College was among two colleges to receive a grant on Monday. According to a news release, Lane received a portion of the Connecting Minority Communities Pilot Program, which is run by the Department of Commerce’s National…
Registration for summer job program to begin in March
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Registration for a summer job program is beginning within the next two weeks. According to the release, Jackson and Madison County kids will be able to register for the Follow Me Into Business Summer Jobs Program and…
Jackson State to make applying to scholarships easier
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The process of applying to scholarships is going to be easier at a local college. The Jackson State Community College Foundation announced on Monday the launch of Award Spring. Award Spring, according to the news release, will…
Man gets 14 years for selling methamphetamine
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man in Holladay was sentenced to 14 years in prison for methamphetamine charges. According to a news release, back in 2019, 41-year-old Jonathan Wayne Green was stopped by the Camden Police Department following a trespassing complaint…
Showers and Wind Advisory To Start Off Week
Mostly cloudy skies and off and on rain showers will continue though Monday morning across West Tennessee. Temperatures will remain above normal for most of the forecast. We will have the most up to date forecast on when the showers…
New gaming center brings fun to Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. ---One gaming center is giving you the chance to pick up the controller and get you game on. Phoenix 99 is a digital gaming center that opened its doors…
Sororities honor outstanding community members
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A special program is held at a local church. National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc and the Gamma Psi Chapter, Jackson, Tennessee hosted a Black History Month program on…
Brownsville residents celebrate Mardi Gras
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. ---Residents in one local town celebrate Mardi Gras. If you couldn't make it to New Orleans, don't worry because the City of Brownsville has you covered. Brownsville held their…
