GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A search warrant executed in Gibson County on Monday led to an arrest and the discovery of multiple illicit items. According to the West Tennessee Drug Task Force (28th, 29th, 30th Districts), agents with the…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- One is arrested and another is wanted for attempted murder following a shooting Sunday in Dyersburg. According to the Dyersburg Police Department, authorities are searching for…
JACKSON, Tenn. - The Halloween holiday is a fun time for kids to dress up and have fun, but for parents of younger children this holiday can be a little…
Jackson, Tenn. -- With overnight low temperatures falling below freezing for the next couple of nights in West Tennessee, it is important to prepare your home for what's to come. While we…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Members of the Old Hickory Rotary Club gathered together for a meeting. Jackson-Madison County Schools Superintendent, Dr. Marlon King, was the featured speaker. This event took place at…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another winner has been selected for the Corporate Entrepreneur Grant. The grant is in partnership with the City of Jackson, Boren and Boyd, the Bank of Jackson, and WBBJ. The newest recipient is Outdoor Equipment Solutions, a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As temperatures continue to drop, your plants may need some extra care. With the winter months knocking at the door, we may need to make some changes regarding…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Tennessee ranks 21 among states for its high suicide rate. An event this weekend is aiming to bring awareness. …
News release from the American Red Cross: NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 30, 2023 — It is Halloween season. Fast becoming one of the most popular holidays in this country, masses of little superheroes, cartoon and television characters will soon be out in…
News release from the American Red Cross: NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 30, 2023 — A freeze warning is in effect for much of Tennessee beginning Tuesday, Oct. 31. Winter months are on the way, and temperatures will continue to drop, and many…
Jackson, Tenn. - Today the second-year Jackson Rockabillys announce the naming of their new 2024 Field Manager, J.T. Scara. J.T. has over 14 years of professional and collegiate coaching experience. Most recently, he spent the previous four summers as field manager…
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- A McKenzie man is in custody in connection to a house fire in Huntingdon. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, 36-year-old Roman Winkler has been charged with arson. The TBI says on Saturday, October 28, agents…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The Junior Auxiliary of Humboldt will present a holiday-themed shopping event next month. The Humboldt Holiday Mart will be held on Saturday, November 11. Located at East Elementary School in Humboldt, the event will feature over 50…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local store offering toys and collectibles has moved to a new location. Replay Toys has reopened in The Columns, at 1032 Vann Drive in Jackson. The store…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Hub City organization and church gathered to celebrate Halloween in safe way. The Positive Living Group and Sacred Heart of Jesus High School had a trunk or…
SELMER, Tenn. -- One church in Selmer opens their door to the community for an evening of Halloween fun. First United Methodist Church in Selmer invited families out for a night of…
UNION CITY, Tenn.---The Northwest Tennessee Native American Powwow took place this morning in Union City. Many people gathered to celebrate the heritage of Native Americans. The event took place at…
News Release from Community Foundation of West Tennessee Community Foundation of West Tennessee Announces New Endowment JACKSON, Tenn. – The Community Foundation of West Tennessee Board of Trustees has established a new endowment in honor of past board chairman, Bill…
JACKSON, Tenn.---A local high school celebrates another year of educating students in the Hub city. We give you an inside look at the celebration. Madison Academic High School is celebrating…
JACKSON, Tenn.---Rain didn't stop a local community from celebrating the Halloween holiday. The Farmer's Market held their annual trunk or treat event under the pavilion in Downtown Jackson. …
JACKSON, Tenn.---Let's get ready to rumble! An annual boxing match returns to the Hub city. The 6th Annual Hub City Fight Night Amateur Boxing Show made its way to West Jackson.…
It is time to voice your opinion after another Friday night of football in West Tennessee! Need a refresher before you vote? Check out the games here. See scores here. Vote for your favorites below: [gravityform id="317" title="false"…
We have a recap of what went down for Week 11 of Football Friday Night: Find more Football Friday Night content here.
Peabody vs. Huntingdon --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- South Side vs. South Gibson --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Milan vs. Riverside --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- JCM vs. Gibson County…
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Grove! Grove had a bit of a sad start, being found as a stray by a kind citizen in December…
JACKSON, Tenn. – As Halloween approaches, the City of Jackson takes on a spooky atmosphere with ghosts roaming the town. Jackson area business and professional women hosted their ghost walking tour…
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Local chefs rose to the challenge for a good cause Friday night for the 2nd annual Hardin County Carl Perkins Center Chili Cookoff. Those in attendance at…
Final scores for Week 11 of Football Friday Nights: JCS 17 TCA 27 Ripley 15 Dyersburg 45 Gleason 50 Halls 44 Greenfield 7 Dresden 63 West Carroll 13 McKenzie 42 Liberty Tech 20 Bolivar 76 Perry County 26 Bruceton 25…
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. – In observance of National Health Month, some area farmers are displaying positive messages in their fields in a unique way. The Carroll County Health Department has been…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Jackson Hidden Tracks is excited to announce the return of Merch Day. It was created to identify the local music scene. This event will take place on November…
The City of Jackson, Boren and Boyd, the Bank of Jackson, and WBBJ-TV have partnered together once again to give back to small businesses in West Tennessee through a monthly competition. This…
JACKSON, Tenn. – National Pill Take Back Day is coming up and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation held a press conference regarding its importance. Drug abuse continues to be one of…
It's time to recognize this week's Educator of the Week, presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery. This week's nominee is Jill Zemer, a first grade teacher at Caywood Elementary School in Lexington.…
Halloween is still a couple of days away, but parties and neighborhood trick-or-treating may take place as early as this weekend. It is important to prepare not only for candy seekers…
News release about upcoming Veterans' Day events: 2023 Veterans’ Day Activities for Madison County: 1. November 2, Salute to Veterans Military Ball. Madison Downs Event Venue, 4506 US-45 Bypass, Jackson. 6:00 pm cocktail hour, 7:00 pm plated dinner, You don’t…
News release from Bramblett Group: Jackson, Tennessee — (Oct. 30, 2023) — The leaves may be turning and the weather may be cooling, but Brooks Shaw’s Old Country Store and Casey Jones Village continue to provide plenty of occasions for…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Local authorities seize multiple illicit drugs, including fentanyl, during a traffic stop arrest. According to the Dyersburg Police Department, on Wednesday, a Dyersburg officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by the subject of a…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Residents came together in their best spooky costumes for the 10th annual Boo Bash event in McKenzie Thursday night. The spooktacular event started with trunk or treating for…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Local schools may be rivals on the field, but they still come together for our community. Jackson-Madison County Schools, along with Jackson Christian School, Trinity, and University School…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The STAR Center held their 8th annual "Dancing With the STARS" event at the Jackson Fairgrounds on Thursday. City leaders across Jackson were asked to show…
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. – A local county gathered to share their input on a community project. The Tennessee Valley Authority is thinking of improving some of their transmissions systems to help…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Those traveling the area of Hollywood Drive exit on Interstate 40 east and westbound will notice some changes this weekend. The Tennessee Department of Transportation announced today that I-40…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services hosted their annual Halloween-themed "Vein Drain" blood drive. The event took place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the facility on Sterling Farms Drive in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local leaders gathered to discuss the need for a new safety complex. The City of Jackson's Budget Committee, along with Mayor Scott Conger, met to discuss a needs assessment…
The staff of WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News celebrated Halloween early with a costume party! Check out the gallery below and vote on who your favorite costume is!
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Fire fighters were called out to Crockett County Thursday over a field fire. The fire near Simmons Road and Highway 79 first began around 2:30 p.m., with it being contained around 4:50 p.m., according to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There were multiple items discussed on the agenda Thursday at the City of Jackson Budget Committee meeting. On the agenda were three different amendments that were approved by the…
From the Madison County Highway Department: Madison County Highway Superintendent Bart Walls has authorized the closure of Christmasville Road for a culvert replacement on TUESDAY OCTOBER 31 AND WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 1, 2023. Repairs will be performed on Christmasville Road at…
SOMERVILLE, Tenn. -- Multiple students and a faculty member are facing charges after drugs were found at a local school. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office says around 8:30…
NEWBERN, Tenn. -- Police in Newbern have arrested a Murfreesboro man on charges including aggravated rape. Authorities confirm 38-year-old Michael Crittendon was taken into custody Wednesday after warrants were issued for his…
