Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff

Popular dating app expands into the friend zone

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Are you looking for new friends, but don't know where to start? The popular dating app Bumble has expanded into creating friendships. Now with the app you can match…

Bubble-sized universe stops at Jackson school

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Portable Planetarium made a visit to the Early Learning Village on Wednesday. Jackson Christian School students were taken on a journey through the solar system and universe…

Application for student loan forgiveness opens

JACKSON, Tenn. -- After announcing the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program in September, applications are now open for those qualifying for student loan forgiveness. To help battle inflation, the Biden administration…

Brush up on heating tips ahead of colder temps

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The temperature has been dipping into some goosebump-inducing levels this week, meaning we are going to start to turn up the heat. A Jackson Fire Department news release says that the the National Fire Protection Association reports…

The Ned to present ‘Sweeney Todd’ until Halloween

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Ned is presenting a Tony-Award-winning and musical thriller just in time for Halloween. The center says it will be presenting Stephen Sondheim’s “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" starting Oct. 27 and ending Oct.…

Union University celebrates American Pharmacist Month

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local university hosted a ceremony, inviting city officials to shed light on a particular department. "We are celebrating the Union University American Pharmacists Month. Union University has a…

West Tennessee Boy Scouts mark Scout Week

JACKSON, Tenn. -- It is Scout Week! And our very own West Tennessee Area Council Boy Scouts of America are celebrating. The Scouts say that Tuesday is Scout Giving Day, and the goal is simple: "To give everyone a chance…

Getting help in fighting skin disease

JACKSON, Tenn. -- When facing diseases of the skin, it can be especially difficult to cope. Psoriasis is a skin disease that is both common and chronic and has impacted about eight…

Survivors of breast cancer share stories at luncheon

BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local event is recognized cancer survivors. The City of  Brownsville, along with the Brownsville-Haywood County Chamber, hosted a luncheon for people who have overcome breast cancer. October…

Two annual events to honor veterans in November

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two annual events are honoring veterans in early November. A news release says that the 10th Celebrating Our Veterans Program is set for Friday, Nov. 11, and will feature the 129th Army Band as special guests. It…

How to know if your child is being bullied

JACKSON, Tenn. -- How do you know if your child is being bullied at school? Bullying can come in many different forms, whether it be through social media or in person. Bullying…

City hosts first Neighborhood Academy meeting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson held the first meeting for its new Neighborhood Academy. The Neighborhood Academy meeting is held once a month for six months. The goal is to…

West Tennessee fire department granted $1,500

SCOTTS HILL, Tenn. -- The Scotts Hill Fire Department has been granted funds to help secure crash sites. According to a news release, the department was given $1,500 by State Farm to…

View your ballot ahead of early voting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The midterm elections are almost here. Tennesseans will be heading to the polls to decide on who will serve as governor, who will represent them in several state and federal offices, on whether to amend the state's…

Monday evening freeze may affect your plants

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Freezing cold conditions are expected Monday evening, which could bring an end to your warm season gardens for the year. While some may have already seen first frost,…

Local hero honored with surprise retirement party

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- After 45.5 years serving his community, one honorable First Responder has retired. Fire Chief Chester Bryson Owens Sr. of Humboldt, was surprised by his family with a special…

Events this week in West Tennessee: Oct. 17-23

Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Monday, October 17 Scott Strolls at Country Club Estates (Jackson) Tuesday, October 18 Sign Language Basics (Jackson) Wednesday, October…

Body found in Milan, police confirm

MILAN, Tenn. -- Sunday afternoon, a person was found dead in a vehicle. We received a call about a large police presence on College Street in Milan. Our crews arrived…

Players make some racket at a Jackson tournament

JACKSON, Tenn. ---It's tennis time in West TN with Jackson hosting a local tournament. "We enjoy doing the tournaments. It's really nice, and people are so complimentary of our facility at the…

Exotic Pets return to the Jackson Fairgrounds

JACKSON, Tenn.--Exotic Pets come to the Hub City! The fairgrounds hosted the Exotic Pet Expo, a 2 day event, that began Saturday morning. "We have our Exotic Pet Expo here at the…

Symphony celebrates a game changing anniversary

JACKSON, Tenn.--One local organization filled the room with music and good food. The Jackson Symphony celebrated their anniversary in a fun and community filled way, with the symphony playing crowd favorites. The theme for the celebration of 62 years centered…

Local youth learn some new dance moves

JACKSON, Tenn. --Local dance group teaches moves at the park. Each Saturday, The Ned and Jackson Recreation and Parks Department will be teaching a fine art in one of Jackson's beautiful parks.…

Walk event remembers beloved Jackson resident

JACKSON, Tenn. ---Second annual Prayer Walk honors Clark Shaw and inspires a Jackson neighborhood. The Old Country Store and Casey Jones Village held its second annual Prayer Walk in partnership with the…

A local non profit celebrates its 60th anniversary

JACKSON, Tenn. ---Youth Town holds Fall Festival event. Youth Town is celebrating their 60th anniversary along with having a Fall Festival to support teens ages 13-17 struggling with addiction and mental health…

Pet of the Week: Blu

This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Blu! Beautiful Blu, this sweet boy is not just beautiful on the outside! He would make the perfect family…

McCaig’s Movie Mayhem: Halloween Ends

https://youtu.be/VkqPOadEO94 WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News' very own Eli McCaig is here with a review of Universal Pictures' Halloween Ends. Four years after her last encounter with masked killer Michael Myers, Laurie Strode is living with her granddaughter and trying to…

Educator of the Week: Nick Coleman

It’s time now to recognize this weeks Educator of the Week , presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Nick Coleman has been teaching at Inman Middle School for five years now,…