Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff

Health department gives update on monkeypox, COVID-19

JACKSON, Tenn. -- In early August, the Biden administration declared monkeypox as a public health emergency. On Friday, the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department announced that the county had one confirmed monkeypox…

Events the week of August 22, 2022 in West Tennessee

Don’t miss any of the fun in West Tennessee this week! Monday, August 22 Roasted Bean Coffee Shop Opens (Jackson) Henry County Fair (Paris - Through August 27) Benton County Fair (Camden - Through August 27) Obion County Fair (Union…

Community’s help sought in finding missing Jackson man

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson community is being asked to stay on the lookout for a missing man. Jackie Edwards, 64, has been missing since Aug. 4, according to family. If anyone has seen him, they are asked to call…

Update: Circle of Hope Telethon raises $1.5 million

JACKSON, Tenn. -- For almost four decades, one organization has been raising funds. Organizers say is important in helping children and families here in West Tennessee. The 39th Annual 'Circles of Hope' telethon seen Sunday on WBBJ-TV, ABC  7 has…

Local health fair aims to help residents “Stay Well”

JACKSON, Tenn. --The Jackson Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated partnered with Cobb Institute and many others to provide residents with health resources. The Gamma Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa…

Pet of the Week: Bandit

This week’s Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Bandit! Bandit is a small scruffy pup looking for his fur-ever people, after his person sadly passed away. He is…

Football Friday Night Week 1: Final Scores

Final scores for Football Friday Night Week 1 of 2022: Humboldt 8 Grace Christian-Franklin 46 Hollow Rock-Bruceton 20 West Carroll 50 McKenzie 34 Huntington 12 Adamsville 36 TCA 35 North Side 0 Hardin Co. 36 Peabody 14 Milan 26 Scotts…

McCaig’s Movie Mayhem: Beast Review

WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News' very own Eli McCaig is here with a review of Universal Studios' Beast. Recently widowed Dr. Nate Daniels and his two teenage daughters travel to a South African game reserve managed by Martin Battles, an old…

Jackson’s LANA community hosts yard sale

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local residents have gotten together in the LANA area to shop and build community. Diana Cotten is a new resident of the community and the business owner of the Jackson Pride Commercial and Residential Cleaning. She decided…

Lane College official receives award

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Lane College representative has been awarded for his service. According to a news release, Atty. Richard Donnell, who has served as the Senior Advisor to the President at Lane College, was awarded the Harold Love Outstanding…

Educator of the Week: Kristi Byars

It's time to recognize this weeks Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Kristi Byars has taught a handful of subjects over the past 18 years, but currently loves the challenges of teaching seventh grade…

United Way marks 80 years with annual Unitas

JACKSON, Tenn. -- United Way of West Tennessee celebrated 80 years of service at the Carl Perkins Civic Center on Thursday. "We call this event Unitas. Unitas is Latin for…

David Cook, LOLO headline local concert

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two powerful music talents team up to entertain fans at local concert. Jackson native artist, songwriter, actress, composer and activist LOLO was the opening performer for the Thursday night's concert held at Hub City Brewing in…

Decatur County Fair carnival opens for attendees

DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- It was opening night for the carnival at the Decatur County Fair. Fair attendees could experience it all. There are rides, including the Ring of Fire and the…

35 inmates achieve their own diploma, certificate

WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- CoreCivic says 35 inmates have achieved their own diploma or certificate. On Thursday, CoreCivic says the inmates from the CoreCivic's Whiteville Correctional Facility attended a graduation ceremony, with 15 people earning their high school equivalency diploma,…

Fidelity conducts study on caregivers concerns

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new study shows planning ahead when becoming a caregiver helps put those in the role at ease. Fidelity Investments conducted a recent study asking caregivers about…

City of Jackson marks 200th birthday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A year-long celebration is official concluding. The Bicentennial's year-long celebration started with Madison County's Bicentennial anniversary in November of 2021 and concluded with the City of…

Group marks David Crockett’s 236th birthday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local group took time to honor an American folk hero known as the "King of the Wild Frontier." Wednesday, the Jackson Rotary Club celebrated David Crockett's…

Bell tolling rings in FHU’s 153rd school year

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A bell ringing in Lloyd Auditorium means one thing for students at Freed-Hardeman University: the start of classes. Tolling of the bell signifies the beginning of the…