Icy weather brings potential for dangerous roads
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Round two of the winter mix came through between Tuesday and Wednesday. With snow and ice hitting throughout the West Tennessee area, it was important to see how…
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Ray Condray to announce candidacy for Jackson mayor
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Ray Condray is set to announce that he is running for Mayor of Jackson. In a news release on Wednesday, Condray says on February 4, he will join family and his supporters outside City Hall to announce…
JEA announces organization changes
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Energy Authority has a new President/CEO. As of Wednesday, Monte Cooper assumed the role after it was first announced back in August. JEA says that Ryan Porter will become the company's Chief Operating Officer…
Proposals being accepted for annual grant
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Have an initiative that can help the community? The West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation is now accepting proposals for the next round of Community Impact Grants, according to a news release. The Foundation says that non-profits could that…
Crews ready as second day of ice sticks to West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The second round of winter weather has already started, and after getting through the first round of rain, electric crews are preparing for another night of…
Conger gives 2023 State of the City address
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The 2023 State of the City address was held Tuesday in Jackson. Mayor Scott Conger spoke on the future of Jackson and what he hopes to accomplish…
VIDEO: State of the City address by Scott Conger
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Mayor Scott Conger is giving the State of the City address at 7 p.m. Watch live through Facebook below:
Local car service manager talks driving safety, precautions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Whether it's snow, sleet, or ice, winter weather can be difficult to navigate through. It is always recommended to stay home if possible. However, for those who…
Ice storm brings down limbs in local county
PARIS, Tenn. -- The ice storms are impacting West Tennessee and more are on the way. According to the Paris Board of Public Utilities, Tuesday around 7:30 a.m. a tree fell…
Tops Google search trends for January revealed
JACKSON, Tenn. -- What do girls scout cookies, the Dallas Cowboys and the University of Georgia have in common? The answer to that question is that they were all some of…
Organizations advocate for safer roads, offer solutions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Companies are coming together to make the roads a safer place, and you play a major role. Organizations all over the U.S. are getting more information out to the…
Crews ready as winter weather arrives in the area
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- With weather hitting West Tennessee, agencies are preparing for outages, possible fires, and dangerous road conditions. This is a time where the Madison County Fire Department sees a…
Man prepares for statewide trip on lawnmower
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- One man is preparing for a long trip all in the name of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Travis Dean Robinson is preparing to ride 500 miles across the…
GALLERY: Demo day kicks off remodel at local dealership
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Allen Samuels is taking aim at meeting their customer's expectations. The team held a demolition event to kick off the remodel of their dealership. The Jackson Chamber,…
Program to promote health for those with chronic conditions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new grant will allow people an all new way to get into shape. The City of Jackson Recreation and Parks Department staff will soon be offering a…
LIFELINE releases list of February 2023 mobile blood drives
JACKSON, Tenn. — LIFELINE Blood Services has released a list of their upcoming blood drives for February 2023. There stops for the month include: First Baptist Church in Somerville on Feb. 8 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Union University in…
Tips on preparing for winter weather and its aftermath
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With winter weather on the forecast this week, here are a few items and tips you may need to prepare for the event. For those who need to drive…
City of Jackson shares schedules for offices, trash pick up
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is pushing back office opening hours on Tuesday. The city says due to the threat of freezing rain, all of their offices will open one hour later at 9 a.m. The city also…
Grammy nominated singer-songwriter visits Jackson students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Valerie June gave students at Jackson Christian School a special show. The critically-acclaimed songstress recently wrote a children's book called, "Somebody to Love: The Story…
Two local schools hosts open houses
JACKSON, TENN. ---Two local private schools open their doors to potential students. The Trinity Christian Academy and the University School of Jackson hosted their open houses on Sunday, giving…
Support group aims to help West TN mothers
JACKSON, Tenn. ---One group held their first meeting for mothers in the West Tennessee area. Hub City Doula hosted their first Postpartum Support Group at the Your CBD Store in Jackson.…
Salvation Army brings new sports program to East Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Some youth in the community laced up their shoes and put their skills to the test. Several Hub city youth met at the T.R. White Community Center for a soccer…
Fire in Trenton claims one life
TRENTON, Tenn. —A fire claims the life of one person. According to local law enforcement, a house fire in Trenton on January 27 left one person dead. Trenton Fire Chief, Mike…
Crystal Ball gala returns to Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Jackson symphony supporters have a ball! Several people here in the Hub City put on their best gowns for an annual event that returned to downtown Jackson. The…
A local city celebrates a music legend
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. ---A local city held a festival. On Saturday, the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center celebrated the life and legacy of blues pioneer Sleepy John Estes. Estes, born…
Fighters showcase their skills in the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. --A special tournament is held in Jackson. The Hub City Invitational 3 took place on Saturday. It was a jiu-jitsu tournament at the Fightshop, where male and females of…
New scam targets restaurant patrons
JACKSON, Tenn. —JPD warns of new scam. According to the Jackson Police Department, residents should be aware of a new scam. JPD posted about on the newest scam to their social media page, explaining it involves QR codes located on…
Pet of the Week: Tucker
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Tucker. Tucker is a sweet distinguished Beagle boy. He is around 7 to 8-years-old. Tucker enjoys snacking on the…
GALLERY: Safety measure saves church from fire in Gibson County
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local church caught fire, but one interesting safety measure saved it from total destruction. Friday around noon, the Gibson County Fire Department responded to a call…
VIDEO: Law enforcement prepare for potential civil unrest
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The release of Memphis Police Department body cam footage related to the death of Tyre Nichols has communities worried about potential civil unrest. Friday around 6 p.m., the Memphis Police…
VIDEO: Body cam footage from the violent arrest of Tyre Nichols
(CBS) Officials in Memphis on Friday released police video from the violent arrest of Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man whose death earlier this month has led to second-degree murder charges against five officers, who were fired over the incident.…
Cost of renting increasing in Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The cost of rent has been steadily increasing in Tennessee, and it's at the highest rate on record. The rise in rent started during the pandemic. According to Jon Leckaie,…
Officials release video of Tyre Nichols’ arrest
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Bodycam video showing five Memphis officers beating of Tyre Nichols has been released. It can be viewed here on Vimeo in four parts. The video can be disturbing, so viewer discretion…
25th Working Women’s Conference to be held in February
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The 25th Working Women’s Conference is being held next month. The University of Tennessee at Martin says their WestStar Leadership Program will be hosting…
Fairs across the state recognized with awards
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Several Tennessee fairs were honored for showing off the state's heritage and agricultural strengths. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture and Tennessee Association of Fairs awarded the best county, regional, and state agricultural fairs of the 2022 season.…
Pet treat tasting to be held on Feb. 11
PARIS, Tenn. -- A pet treat tasting is being held in West Tennessee. According to a news release, the Tractor Supply in Paris will be giving those on four legs the chance to try a variety of snacks available at…
United Way reveals ‘Bright Start’ plan for early childhood care, education
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Bright Start program was announced in Madison County on Friday to an audience that was filled with government officials, educators, Jackson Chamber members, and multiple nonprofits. Bright…
McCaig’s Movie Mayhem: Plane
https://youtu.be/vuN73lpFUVE WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News' very own Eli McCaig is here with a review of Liongate's Plane. Pilot Brodie Torrance saves passengers from a lightning strike by making a risky landing on a war-torn island -- only to find that…
Free series on blues being hosted at local college
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A free music program is being hosted at Jackson college. According to a news release, the University of Memphis Lambuth will be hosting The Blues, a free Masterclass Series, focusing on aspects of the genre and giving…
Educator of the Week: Giovonni Morton
It's time to recognize this week's Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Giovonni Morton is a third grade science and social studies…
Man in Halls arrested following compliance check
HALLS, Tenn. -- A man in Halls was arrested following a home compliance check. According to the Halls Police Department, several law enforcement agencies, including their department, Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office, Dyersburg Police Department, and the TDOC Probation & Parole,…
Where to report potholes in your area
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Have you ever driven over a pothole and wondered what you can do to get it repaired? "Potholes are formed in that winter time when the pavement is cold, and then we…
School system brings together rising freshmen
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System held a special meeting Thursday for students. The school system held a meeting for eighth graders and their parents as they prepare to…
‘Peter Pan Jr.’ gets opening night at The Ned
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Ned's Children's Theatre held their opening night Thursday for their most recent show, "Peter Pan Junior." The performance includes children of all ages and the show…
Shots fired incident under investigation
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff Office's deputies are investigating an incident in the eastern part of the county. Madison County deputies were called to Lost Creek Drive shortly before 9 p.m. for a shots fired call.…
Agent bitten, another kicked during Milan arrest
MILAN, Tenn. -- Agents with the West Tennessee Drug Task Force made an arrest and seized drugs on Thursday. According to a Facebook post, agents with 28th district seized two ounces of crack cocaine and 35 pounds of marijuana…
Luncheon marks end of $10 tax
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- One county celebrated with a lunch. The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce held a luncheon to recognize the removal of the $10 wheel tax. In 2000, a…
State’s 2022 State of the Child report released
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A report showcased some top needs of the younger generation, and how you can play a role in their success. The Tennessee 2022 State of the Child…
GALLERY: Humboldt coffee shop reopens under new owners
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. – A new business is brewing in a local city. The Coffee Shop in Humboldt hosted their grand re-opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday. The newly-renovated space…
‘Heartbroken’: Legal battle ends for Pathways stabbing survivor
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A former West Tennessee Healthcare employee's legal journey comes to an end. "You know, my fight is over, but I would like to open that up so it…
