BROWNVILLE, Tenn.--A local city gears up to celebrate 200 years! The City of Brownsville kicked off its Bicentennial celebration this morning. This year marks 200 years of the city’s charter. The kick-off…
JACKSON, Tenn.---They've got the beans. They've got the meat. One event fills bellies as well as brings awareness. Century Farm Winery hosted their first ever Battle of the Badges Chili Cook…
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Baxter! Meet Baxter! He is the most precious guy! He is a bit timid at first, but loves to snuggle…
WBBJ 7 Forecast Update: Rain showers will stick around off and on all day Saturday. A few weak storms will be possible Saturday afternoon and the rain will move out…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, along with 24 other governors, have gathered to show their support with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott as the immigration crisis along the southern border continues to intensify.…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Century Farm Winery held a Bottles and Books Book Swap Friday night in partnership with the Jackson-Madison County Library. Those in attendance had the chance to make new…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. – A crew working to fix potholes had their truck hit Friday. According to the Tennessee Department of Transportation, their crews were “patching potholes in Dyer County near the I-155 and US412 interchange when a vehicle struck…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Better Business Bureau wants to remind you to be aware of scammers who might be posing as independent contractors. There was at least one report in the area of someone…
JACKSON, Tenn. – “History, business, and honor.” These are three words to describe the upcoming event for one entrepreneur. Mary Sample, the owner of Famous Soul Food, is preparing to host her first…
MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. – In McNairy County, a new facility will be the stage of a wild event. Rockin K Rodeo, the McNairy County Department of Tourism, and the McNairy County Agriculture…
UPDATE (1/29/24): New information available after woman killed, minors injured in shooting JACKSON, Tenn. – A shooting that took place Thursday led to one death. On the 100 block of Cloverdale Street, the Jackson…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Chapter of the Top Ladies of Distinction presents their Lady Annie Ruth Rogers Go Red for Your Heart and Soul Luncheon. The luncheon, which started in 2009, exists…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An upcoming event in the Hub City aims to help end violence, change lives, and give hope. Wo/Men's Resource & Rape Assistance Program (WRAP) is gearing up for the 11th Annual Denim & Pearls. The event, which…
Yesterday, we announced last week's Educator of the Week. Now, we will announce this week's winner presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Natasha McDonald is a fifth-grade English and Language Arts teacher at Alamo…
DYER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local sheriff's deputy was injured in a crash Friday morning. According to the Dyer County Sheriff's Office, a deputy was traveling non-emergency on Highway 51 near the airport, when a semi truck pulled out in…
JACKSON, Tenn. – An annual event is strumming its way to West Tennessee for the next couple of weeks. Tennessee Songwriters Week is returning to the Hub City and neighboring counties for the preliminary…
JACKSON, Tenn. – More than 1,800 eighth-grade students from area schools gathered Thursday at the Jackson Fairgrounds to experience a variety of different paths that could help lead to a bright future. …
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is on the road again, and they are in Jackson for the next few days! Their first meeting area was at University Parkway's Kroger. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News…
Patchy dense fog returns overnight but the rain moves out. Some drier air is finally working in from the southwest this evening and we are seeing partly cloudy skies just off…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Midwest Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross recently received a $25,000 check from Kohl’s. Kohl's manager Matt Kent says the store is committed to helping communities thrive. So…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Last year more than 14,000 victims were reimbursed for criminal injuries in the state. The Tennessee Department of Treasury is bringing attention to a resource many people in the state might…
JACKSON, Tenn. – From baba ganoush to gyros, a new restaurant in Jackson has you covered. Shawarma House had a busy grand opening Thursday. Located on Vann Drive in north Jackson, the eatery…
UPDATE: (2/5/24): Organizers confirm this event has been cancelled. JACKSON, Tenn. – Boots and Beauties, a daddy-daughter dance, will take place on February 10. This is an event hosted by Birth Choice in…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A Wisconsin fugitive has been captured by law enforcement in West Tennessee. According to a news release, Joseph Walker, 35, of Racine, Wisconsin, was captured without incident Wednesday at a home on Wabash Circle in Dyersburg. Walker…
It is now time to introduce last week's Educator of the Week presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Leah Hackett is a Visual Art teacher and the Fine Arts department head at the University…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities confirm details regarding a body discovered this week in Gibson County. According to Sheriff Paul Thomas, 46-year-old Brandi Wyatt was found dead Tuesday behind a mobile home. Sheriff Thomas says deputies responded to a possible…
The following is a news release from Union University: JACKSON, Tenn. — Union University will host a national speech and debate tournament for home-schooled students May 27-June 1 that is expected to draw about 600 competitors along with their families.…
The following is a news release from Freed-Hardeman University: Henderson, Tennessee — (Jan. 25, 2024) — Freed-Hardeman University proudly accepts the Tennessee HOPE Scholarship, a prestigious state scholarship that brings incredible value to a college journey. Tennessee high school seniors, with a…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A Dyersburg native has been appointed to a new leadership role. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture says that Sarah Emery as been added as the Director of Pick Tennessee Products. They say Emery graduated summa cum laude…
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture shared their upcoming field days across the state. The news release says that the field days will begin in February and includes the return of Milan No-Till Field Day. West…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An upcoming event is aiming to bring out your inner super-fan! The 2024 Jackson Comic Expo is set to take place Saturday, March 2 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. Pop culture enthusiasts will have the chance…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Calling all sports fans and collectors - an upcoming event may be in the cards for you. The Jackson Sports Cards & Collectibles Show will take place in the Hub City on Saturday, February 3. Presented by…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local clinic celebrated one of their patients on Wednesday after a disease that constricts blood flow and destroys organs put him on the market for a new kidney and knocking…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Century Farm Winery held a special yoga session Wednesday night in their new event space. A well-known LIFT yoga instructor, Keith Davis, led the class. Davis gave those in attendance…
JACKSON, Tenn. – RIFA is raising funds to help fight hunger in the community through the Souper Bowl of caring. The Souper Bowl is a nationwide movement that has tackled hunger in local communities…
JACKSON, Tenn. – January raises awareness for cervical cancer for women. Women's Health Practitioner for the Women's Clinic, LaCinda Butler shared the importance of having an annual pap smear. “If you detect it earlier…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Fire crews battled a house fire in Jackson. According to the Jackson Fire Department, a house on North Royal Street caught fire just before 5 p.m. Jackson police had the road blocked off as firefighters worked…
PARIS, Tenn. – A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Wednesday in honor of Paris Central Head Start. The new center is located in the Central Community Service building in Paris. This specific program, which…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In a world where many people find themselves involved online, whether through social media or gaming platforms, it can be easy to forget that there are real dangers. According to earthweb.com, teenagers…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Police announce an arrest following a shooting at the Lexington Walmart earlier this month. According to the Lexington Police Department, 21-year-old Jaylon Sanders was taken into custody Wednesday morning.…
GREENFIELD, Tenn. -- Friends of a local woman are speaking out to honor a loved one who was seen as part of the family. Krista Davis, also known as “Tata,” 43, of Greenfield,…
JACKSON, Tenn. – An annual event is returning to the Hub City to bring a night of paradise to the Jackson Carl Perkins Civic Center. The Blue Suede Party returns for its 30th…
The following is a news release from Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security: NASHVILLE, Tenn---Through its new Safe Store Tennessee program, the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, (TDOSHS), is offering free cable gun locks to any Tennessean…
The following is a news release from Jackson State Community College: JACKSON, TENN. – Jackson State Community College’s (JSCC) Chrystal Taylor was recently presented the 2023 Collaboration Award at the Rural Health Association’s (RHA) 29th annual conference. The RHA’s annual conference…
The following is a news release from the Tennessee Department of Transportation: NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Last week’s winter storm has created an abundance of potholes along interstates and state routes. TDOT is launching a statewide effort using all available resources to…
UPDATE: According to The Aware Foundation, Jamiya has been located and transported to a hospital for evaluation. BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The Brownsville Police Department confirms a search is underway for a missing juvenile, Jamiya House. The following information was received…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. – After one family suffered the loss of a child, a small business offered a way to show support. Camya Young, a 14-year-old from Humboldt, had been a fighter since the day…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The "Be a Voice for Your Child" class was held Tuesday in Jackson. It was at the Jackson-Madison County Health Department Conference Room and was for caregivers of children with…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A program at Jackson State Community College is aimed at bridging the gap between law enforcement and negative interactions with neuro-diverse people. Autism 101 was held at Jackson State Tuesday…
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. – A resident in Benton County attempted to rescue his dog from drowning in a frozen lake. On Monday, January 22, a Benton County resident jumped into a pond in his back yard to save his…
