Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff

Wreck on Oil Well/ 45 Bypass causes suburban flip

-- JACKSON, Tenn.--A wreck on the 45 bypass adjacent from "The Discount Tire" on Oil Well road occurred on Sunday, November 5.   We received a call from one of our WBBJ 7 Eyewitness Tipsters, about a car  wreck…

Accident along 45 Bypass leads to overturned vehicle

JACKSON, Tenn.---An accident occurred on the 45 Bypass and Channing way intersection near Slim Chickens this afternoon. The accident involving two cars took place around 1:30 this afternoon. A vehicle…

Crafters raise money for a great cause

JACKSON, Tenn.---Tis the season to make crafts for one community. The Jackson Center for Independent Living hosted local crafters to come and sell their artwork. This was an opportunity for…

Local organization honors lost veterans

LEXINGTON, Tenn.---A special ceremony took place this morning. Members of the Boy and Girl Scouts paid a special tribute to our lost veterans. This was an event conducted by the West…

West Tennesseans take strides against suicide

JACKSON, Tenn.---Walking is not only healthy, but it brings about a change. Volunteers from all over West TN joined together for the annual Walk for Suicide Prevention. The walk was held…

Crockett Co. FFA member recognized

CROCKETT CO., Tenn.--Local FFA member recognized. A Crockett County native is named as FFA's newest Agribusiness Star. According to information from the National Future Farmers of America Organization, local member, Lainey Hutchison was recognized with the American Star Award in…

TDOC celebrates historic graduation

PRESS RELEASE VIA TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Saturday, November 4, 2023 TDOC HOLDS HISTORIC GRADUATION TIPTONVILLE, Tenn. - The Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) celebrated a historic graduation at the Northwest Correctional Complex (NWCX) this week. For…

Pet of the Week: Max Too

This week's Pet of the Week presented from Hero West Rescue is Max Too! Max Too is available from Tipton County Animal Shelter. Max Too is a large, 4-year-old Blue…

Carroll County Christmas Market kicks off in Huntingdon

HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- With Halloween a thing of the past, and Thanksgiving less than three weeks away, one community is bringing in the Christmas holiday a little early. Leaders in Carroll County held their…

Ribbon cutting held at The Queen Bees in north Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Attention! Calling all queen bees. The Queen Bees had its official ribbon cutting at 2 Friday afternoon. Community supporters gathered to show their support and appreciation for having a new store…

Toyota Tennessee celebrates 20 years in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local manufacturing plant is celebrating 20 years in the Hub City. Toyota Tennessee broke ground in Jackson in 2003. Since then, they have had a hand in every single Toyota…

Dream Center Unveils New Building

JACKSON, TENN-- The Dream Center isn't new to Jackson. It served as a home for the homeless for nearly two decades until in 2016, when after a series of bad luck,…

JC’s Boba makes its way to Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local shop opens its doors to the hub city, offering a burst of new flavor. JC's is co-owned by two sisters, who wants to bring milk tea…

UPDATE: Body discovered confirmed to be missing woman Dana Davis

UPDATE: (11/7/23): Haywood Sheriff Billy Garrett confirmed Monday evening that the body was positively identified as Dana Davis. The manner and cause of death has not been determined at this time and an investigation remains ongoing. EARLIER STORY: [blox_vms account="WBBJ"…

UPDATE: Missing 15-year-old in Henry County located

UPDATE: The Henry County Sheriff's Office confirms Jackson has returned home safe. HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Henry County Sheriff's Office is seeking assistance in locating a missing teen. According to the Sheriff's Office, 15-year-old Jackson Wolf was last seen…

Female body found in Haywood County

HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities confirm a deceased female body was discovered Wednesday evening in Haywood County. According to the Crockett County Sheriff's Department, Haywood County Sheriff Billy Garrett shared that he received a call around 6:35 p.m. on November…

UPDATE: Martin Police make arrest after fatal shooting

UPDATE (11/2/23): From the Martin Police Department: The Martin Police Department, with the assistance of Sheriff Terry McDade and the Weakley County Sheriff's Office, arrested 55 year old Lawrence Rodriguez without incident at a private residence on Sidonia Rd. in…

What to take away from Fraud Awareness Month

JACKSON, Tenn. -- With November starting, it is officially Fraud Awareness Month. Fraud can come in many different ways as technology advances. Shea Brown, the Director of Community Impact at Leaders Credit…

Jackson Christmas parade set for December 4

JACKSON, Tenn. – The City of Jackson will host its annual Christmas parade Monday, December 4.  The parade takes place downtown at 6:30 p.m., with the Christmas tree lighting starting at 5:15…

UT Gardens, Jackson, Hosts Annual Amaryllis Sale

News release from UT Institute of Agriculture: JACKSON, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee Gardens, Jackson, is hosting their annual amaryllis sale on November 16 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center. Shipped…

Time to fall back: Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Get ready to fall back. Daylight saving time ends in the U.S. at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, November 5. At that time, clocks are to be pushed back one hour as we return to standard…

Fall fest held at Jackson church

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Poplar Heights Baptist Church hosted a fall fest event for Halloween night. Those in attendance enjoyed several activities including a hayride, inflatable slide, and obstacle course. Kids dressed…

Pumpkin drop held at local elementary school

JACKSON, Tenn. – While most are celebrating Halloween, these students celebrated HallowSTREAM Tuesday with creative stem events that incorporated learning for students while having fun in the process. Multiple pumpkins were…

Rummage Sale begins in Henderson

HENDERSON, Tenn. – The Associates of Freed-Hardeman University hosted their annual rummage sale Tuesday morning. This event was held in Henderson at the National Guard Armory. Items purchased at this event contribute…

Halloween Street Party to be held in Selmer

SELMER, Tenn. – McNairy County's Publishing Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Town of Selmer will kick off their annual Halloween Street Party on Tuesday. This is the 12th party that they have…

Fire department aims to keep you safe, warm

Jackson, Tenn. – As the temperature outside drops, Jackson, TN families take to the indoors to keep safe and warm. They may not realize that turning up the heat can increase the risk of home heating fires. According to the latest Home Heating Fires National…

Jackson Police seek info in recent armed robbery

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is seeking information in a recent armed robbery. According to police, officers responded to the Super Way gas station, located at 736 Airways Boulevard, around 2:40 a.m. on October 22. Jackson Police say…

GALLERY: 2023 Halloween Costumes in West Tennessee

It's that time -- we asked to see your Halloween costumes for 2023! Check out our gallery of submissions below and have a safe and Happy Halloween! Email your photo to: web@wbbjtv.com - please include a name, who or…