Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff

Football Friday Night Week 2: Final Scores

Final Scores for Football Friday Night Week 2 of 2022: South Gibson 41 Westwood 0 Bolivar 51 Liberty 33 Huntington 41 South Side 13 St. George 26 Jackson Christian 35 Evangelical Christian 44 Trinity Christian 22 Covington 40 North Side…

McCaig’s Movie Mayhem: The Invitation

WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News' very own Eli McCaig is here with a review of Sony's and Screen Gems' The Invitation. After the death of her mother and having no other known relatives, Evie takes a DNA test and discovers a…

Educator of the Week: Michael Adams

It's time to recognize this week's Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Michael Adams says the challenge of teaching harder math classes interested him in…

Pearson+ provides student resources in one stop

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students have more access now to prepare for courses than ever before. Johnny Betancourt, Director of Content Development for Higher Education at Pearson+, took time to talk about…

Music lovers gather at Hub City Brewing

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several international music lovers traveled to the Hub City on Thursday. Hub City Brewing welcomed at least 70 people from Sweden, who are big Carl Perkins fans. Several years ago, the Cadillac Band came to the Rockabilly…

JPD: 1 person injured in shooting at Kroger parking lot

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place in the parking lot of a local retailer. According to the officials with the Jackson Police Department, around 7:50 p.m. on Thursday, one person was…

THP releases details on fatal I-40 crash near Mile Marker 88

JACKSON, Tenn. --  The Tennessee Highway Patrol has released a preliminary report on Wednesday's fatal crash on Interstate 40. The THP report says that a 2019 Ford Transit was traveling in the eastbound lane of the interstate when it crossed…

HCMC welcomes eight medical students

PARIS, Tenn. -- The Henry County Medical Center welcomed eight new third-year medical students. The students come from Lincoln Memorial University’s DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine back in July, a…

‘Velvet Hunt’ opens in Tennessee for 2022

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Velvet Hunt is on in the state of Tennessee! The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officially designated an "antlerless-only" hunt, but since this time of year the antlers of…

State agencies issue guidance around fentanyl

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- New guidance has been given by state agencies on fentanyl. A news release from the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services says that illicit fentanyl cannot be absorbed through the skin or from touching…

LIFELINE receives donation from local foundation

JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services has received a donation from the West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation. LIFELINE says it was given a professional medical-grade refrigerator with advanced monitoring and control. LIFELINE officials say this will help them keep samples longer. “A…

Jackson-Madison County Library to host event for authors

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library is hosting an event for authors in September. The library says its annual Local Author Event will allow authors to meet fellow authors, talk with readers and sell their books. The library says…

TWRA hosting 2023 photo contest, highlighting state’s beauty

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Have a photo that shows off Tennessee hunting, fishing or wildlife? You may want to share it with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. The TWRA is hosting its 2023 photo contest. The TWRA says photographers can send…

New podcast highlights Tennessee music history

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A new series highlighting Tennessee music is here! The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development and Armchair Productions have launched a podcast series called “Tennessee Music Pathways.” The series takes listeners from Memphis, Jackson, Brownsville, Nashville and more,…

Dunkin’ offers Titans themed treat

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Dunkin' has launched a treat for fans of the Tennessee Titans. Dunkin' says until Aug. 31, you can buy a Titans Donut while supplies last at participating locations. It comes with vanilla icing topped with blue sprinkles! Unfortunately,…

New 988 number available to those facing mental health crises

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness is encouraging people who are experiencing mental health crises to use a valuable and potentially lifesaving resource. The new 988 phone number will connect callers with mental…

Jackson State to offer one-day training events in September

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College says it will be offering one-day training events in September. Jackson State says training will include basic and advanced learning for QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel, blueprint readying, project management, and PowerPoint. You can…

Redbone’s celebrates 16 years of service

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson restaurant threw a party and invited their customers! Redbone's Restaurant in Jackson is celebrating another year in business, and held a Sweet 16 party Tuesday evening, celebrating 16 years serving their customers. The restaurant…

UPDATE: Jackson police say Douglass Reasons found safe

UPDATE: (8/24/22) -- The Jackson Police Department confirms Douglass Reasons has been found safe. JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is asking people to be on the lookout. The department says that 68-year-old Douglass Ray Reasons walked away from…

Jackson police investigating alleged child abuse incident

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department says a baby is safe after allegedly being taped by their hands, feet and mouth. In a Facebook post, the department says that they were notified of possible child abuse from photos…

Michigan business to expand into south Jackson

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A Michigan business is expanding into Madison County. A news release from Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development says that Ventcon, Inc. is setting up at 130 Beasley Street in Jackson. The site will be home…

American Legion Legacy Run rides into Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Members of the National Legacy Run are continuing to pay tribute to veterans across the nation. The roar of hundreds of motorcycles rolled on to the roadway headed…