Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff

Jackson’s ‘Christmas in the City’ postponed to January

JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual Christmas event in the Hub City has been postponed. "Christmas in the City," originally scheduled to take place at the West Tennessee Farmers Market on Saturday, December 9, has been moved to January 13. According…

Gen Z students interest in STEM jobs rising

STEM education has been talked about and implemented in classrooms for years, and it is paying off as the interest in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math are growing. New…

25 Days of Deals to help you welcome guests

We have some great tips as you prepare to welcome guests!  If you're looking for a color theme, designer Breegan Jane recommends green, as it's a hot color for the holidays, regardless…

Home total loss following fire in downtown Alamo

ALAMO, Tenn. -- First responders were on the scene of a residential fire Wednesday afternoon in Alamo. According to the Crockett County Sheriff's Department, the fire occurred at a home near East Main…

Report provides details in mid-November plane crash

UNION CITY, Tenn. -- The National Transportation Safety Board shared an update on a plane crash that took place in Union City in mid-November. The Aviation Investigation Preliminary Report states that a private pilot and a flight instructor were killed…

Jackson Choral Society invites community to special preview party

JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Tennessee’s premiere community choir extends an invite to a special event. Next month, the Jackson Choral Society will hold a preview party/rehearsal for their April 20, 2024 spring concert. Singers and other residents are invited to…

Voices and Voters exhibit debuts in Humboldt

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. – The City of Humboldt gathered Tuesday evening to celebrate an exhibit with an important message. The Voices and Votes exhibit is a huge opportunity for residents of Humboldt…

Man in custody after running from law enforcement in Chester County

UPDATE: CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The US Marshals released an update on the arrest of a man who was wanted for multiple crimes, including attempted murder involving law enforcement officers. Read it here. EARLIER STORY: [blox_vms account="WBBJ" key="0169a6b5de2e727ffbf851e6cc264056b3f8e8ad" vtitle="FOLO TRACE…

15-year-old charged for possessing stolen firearms

DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A local teenager is facing charges regarding stolen firearms. According to the Dyersburg Police Department, on Saturday, December 2, police charged a 15-year-old with possessing multiple stolen firearms after…

Crime Stoppers seek IDs in Ulta Beauty theft

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Crime Stoppers needs the public's help in identifying a pair of alleged thieves. According to Crime Stoppers, the two individuals pictured are responsible for theft at Ulta Beauty in Jackson. A social media post states the two…

Henry County deputy injured in wreck on duty

HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local deputy was injured in a wreck while responding to an incident. According to Henry County Sheriff Josh Frey, Deputy Chad Andrews responded to a call of a possible home invasion in Henry County on…

When you think of Christmas you think of cookies

Madison County, Tenn.-- West Tennesseans gather to make treats for Santa Sunday afternoon. Century Farm Winery hosted cookies and corks to bring in the Christmas season. This was an opportunity…

Unique worship service hosted by St. Luke’s in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn.---Where words fail, music speaks. Members of the community gathered together for their music to fill the hearts of the people. Saint Luke's Episcopal Church hosted their Advent Festival of Lessons…

Little parade returns with Big fun in Brownsville

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn.---A sweet little parade returns to Brownsville. The City of Brownsville held their annual children's parade. Children from all ages are encouraged to walk around Haywood County's Courthouse. They were…

One local city celebrates a special anniversary

THREE WAY, Tenn.---Come and go down memory lane. From quality of life to growth and development, one local event celebrates its great strides. The City of Three Way hosted an…

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 and now she…

Educator of the Week: Megan Taylor

It’s time to meet our Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Megan Taylor is a 2nd grade English and Language Arts teacher at McKenzie Elementary School…

TVA stem grants given to West Tennessee schools

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Valley Authority is inspiring our state's youth through a series of education grants. Every year in partnership with Bicentennial Volunteers Incorporated and the Tennessee Valley Authority, teachers…

Local Christmas tree farm opens for the season

BEECH BLUFF, Tenn. -- Oh what fun it is to pick out a Christmas tree! One couple continues a family tradition and visits a Christmas tree farm in West Tennessee. Ward Grove…

Tree of Warmth returns to downtown Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Help residents in the Hub City stay warm this winter who might not have the means to purchase winter items. The Ned is now accepting donations for the…

Several churches to present live nativity scenes for the community

JACKSON, Tenn. -- 'Tis the season for holiday activities and enjoying Christmas traditions. Several churches across West Tennessee will be setting up live nativity scenes for the community. Here's a list of live nativity scenes you can check out across…