SELMER, Tenn. – One honor’s society conference is taking place in one of West Tennessee's oldest classrooms. The Sigma Gamma Epsilon honor society held their 46th biannual conference at the Coon Creek Science Center, hosted by the University of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Driving can be a dangerous activity without the proper awareness and attention needed to be safe. South Side High School participated in the Arrive Alive Tour on Tuesday morning.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Symphony is preparing for their 44th Annual showing of The Starlight Symphony this Saturday. "This weekend is a huge event for people that are local to Jackson.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One middle school principal is under fire for using a racial slur while speaking to students. Snapshot from video of the incident obtained via…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church opened both it's doors and parking lot to host a community based health fair. The hope of the event is to bring awareness to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Residents of Madison County joined together in a joyful noise. Pastor Clarence Currie, the organizer of the event, talks about the previous praise in the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local school is getting creative to bring in donations that will benefit both students and teachers. North Parkway Middle School hosted a fun 5k run Saturday.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson, along with Keep Jackson Beautiful, started the city wide cleanup days within Jackson. Leilani Mills, Director of Health and Sanitation shares the success of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Vehicles in the community cruised in to help bring in donations for one local nonprofit. The Salvation Army hosted a Cruise In and Car Show on Saturday morning. It's…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Fire Department respond to a house fire on Airways Boulevard at South Fairgrounds in Jackson early Saturday morning. Downtown Ricky Brown Traffic Spotters Network was at the scene reporting on…
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Lucy. Meet Lucy! Lucy is a sweetheart to say the least. She loves and lives for affection. Lucy is…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee State Fair is back, and there's a full weekend of entertainment and events for people to see. "Well this week at the fair…
https://youtu.be/GlcQnHsvMGg WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News' very own Eli McCaig is here with a review of Sony Pictures' The Woman King. In the 1800s, a group of all-female warriors protects the African kingdom of Dahomey with skills and fierceness unlike anything…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- JCM Early College High is home to the newly titled West Tennessee Teacher of the Year, Bob Sparks. Sparks was surprised on Friday afternoon by Blue…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local coalition is educating organizations on the war on drugs. The Jackson-Madison Prevention Coalition hosted their 2nd Annual Prevention Summit in Jackson. "We focus on substance use…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jacksonians gathered in downtown Jackson to pay tribute to Eliza Fletcher and pray for her family. The prayer group prayed for the kindergarten teacher and mother of two's…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A proclamation that honors soldiers was announced in Jackson Friday morning. Madison County Mayor AJ Massey announces the proclamation for "MIA and POW Day" that…
It’s time to recognize this week’s Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Jo Robbin Buckley loves educating her 8th grade math class at Dresden Middle School, but she says it's not just about the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Madison County school board held their monthly meeting, showing recognition to those who modeled the school system's mission. “We had a display of student recognition. We…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An agenda review meeting was held to see what will be discussed at this month's commission meeting. Many newly elected commissioners were in attendance for the review, as…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local college has welcomed a famous gospel singer on to their campus. Lane College is holding their Gospel Symposium, and will open the campus to the community in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With cold and flu season approaching in the fall, tips on vaccines can help you stay healthy. President of the College of American Pathologists, Dr. Emily Volk, shares on some vaccines that will be available to help…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new option for education may be heading to Madison County, but is being met with opposition. The State Charter Commission held a public hearing with the Jackson-Madison…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local college is gearing up to have their first ever film festival. The Lane Doc Fest started Wednesday. To kick it off, the festival is showing…
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A new company could be on the search for new minerals across West Tennessee, and they're educating the public along the way. Iperion-X…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Local law enforcement and educators team up to make a difference in a child's happiness. "That will increase their likelihood to achieve academic, social, and emotional…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Driving under the influence is taken to a new level for students in Chester County. UNITE's Arrive Alive Tour paid a visit to Chester County High School students…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Representative Johnny Shaw was awarded the Guardian of Small Business award by the National Federation of Independent Business. The award is given to legislators to recognize their…
JACKSON,Tenn. -- The West Tennessee State Fair is back! Until September 18, fair goers have the chance to enjoy some annual fun. “We came last year and had a blast…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Plans for new homes have started in east Jackson. The groundbreaking for Legacy Estates took place on Monday. City Councilman Johnny Dodd shares what's next. "Right now we…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Salvation Army in Jackson is beginning the "Raise the Roof" campaign, which will allow the building's roof to be repaired due to some major leaks.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee State Fair is back in Jackson, and the Madison County 4-H organization is getting chicken ready for the week. The Chicken Shack has been serving…
UPDATE (9/14/22): The Comptroller's Office issued a correction to their previous investigative report on the matter, stating: The previous report and press release indicated the results of the investigation had been communicated with the District Attorney General of the 26th…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One foundation awarded a check to a local dog park on Monday afternoon. The Jackson Downtown Dog Park was awarded $25,000 from the Boyd Foundation under the Dog…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Whether it's after a long day of work, or maybe an afterschool activity, Lysol is wanting to help with odor causing bacteria. The #LysolLaundryChallenge is a launch to challenge viewers to sanitize their smelly laundry by using…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For several months we've been following a story of a local teacher who was accused of inappropriately messaging a student. Monday, she was seen in court by…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Area Relief Ministries hosted its annual Salt and Light Benefit Dinner on Sunday evening. Michael Roby, Executive Director of Area Relief Ministries, also known as ARM, shares…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The inaugural Patriot Day Memorial Stair Climb was held today. Many first responders came to honor those who gave their lives on 9/11. One of the ways the Jackson Fire Department has decided to honor those who…
JACKSON, Tenn. --How one book is helping the community to take a look back... Residents of Jackson and Madison county gathered today in celebration of a book that holds key events of history for this area. It's titled, "Jackson and…
JACKSON, Tenn. --One local fraternity answers the call to support a nonprofit. Students of Union, gather together to raise money for the Star Center, through the sport of pickleball. The coordinator of the SAE Pickleball event, Isaac Northcut, shares…
JACKSON, Tenn. --This morning many remembered the lives taken during 9/11. 21 years ago, the United States of America changed forever. Many remember to this day, the exact moment when they heard the devastating news about 9/11. Fire Chief Darryl…
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Winston! Meet Winston! Winston is his name, but all his friends call him "Winnie." This sweet hunk of Doodle was…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Are you ready to rumble? Well Hub City Brewing is the place you need to be. On September 10, Hub City Brewing will be hosting Hub City Fight…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- September 18 is World Marrow Day, which encourages people to donate stem cells to help others who may be battling different health concerns. "It's actually a day where…
ALAMO, Tenn. -- The Crockett County Exchange Club Carl Perkins Center introduced the lot that will soon host Humphrey's Park, a place for Carl's kids. The Crockett County Director Bethany Outlaw…
https://youtu.be/Ikd9PD79r5E WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News' very own Eli McCaig is here with a review of 20th Century Studios' Barbarian. A young woman discovers the rental home she booked is already occupied by a stranger. Against her better judgment, she decides…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A local community college unveils a new addition. Dyersburg State Community College unveiled a building on campus under a new name. The mathematics building was named in honor…
It's time to recognize this week's Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Grace Shepard had a family of teachers to inspire her to become one…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Local bikers revved their engines for a good cause. "We're here with the St. Jude Ride group to raise money for St. Jude," said Dyersburg-Memphis St. Jude…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday morning the Jackson Police Department was made aware of a hostage situation taking place in an east Jackson neighborhood on Monroe Street. “Around 9:40 this morning we…
