7th Jacob Barker Music Fest set for October 6-7
JACKSON, Tenn. – The seventh annual Jacob Barker Music Festival is right around the corner! Ronnie Barker and his wife are volunteers for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. This music festival is an…
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WestStar accepting applications for class of 2024
From the University of Tennessee at Martin: MARTIN, Tenn. -- Applications are now being accepted for the University of Tennessee at Martin WestStar Leadership Program’s class of 2024. The WestStar program is the largest and oldest regional leadership program in…
First ever Robert Kirk Lee Scholarship given to Bolivar officer
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The first recipient of the Robert Kirk Lee Scholarship has been announced. According to a news release, Bolivar Police Department Officer Aaron Hasapis received the scholarship at the University of Tennessee Martin Selmer Center. The release says Hasapis…
Shooting suspect sought by McNairy County Sheriff’s Office
UPDATE (9/25/23): Authorities capture McNairy County shooting suspect MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The McNairy County Sheriff's Office is seeking help in locating a shooting suspect. The sheriff's office says the shooting occurred in the early morning hours of Wednesday,…
West Tennessee Legal Services receives grant
WASHINGTON -- West Tennessee Legal Services is getting a grant for Pro Bono services. According to the news release, WTLS has been awarded $56,717 from the Legal Services Corporation, making them one of 17 organizations to receive the grant. The release…
Multiple residents displaced following apartment fire in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An investigation is underway after an apartment building caught fire Tuesday in Jackson. The Jackson Fire Department responded to an apartment building fire around 11:40 a.m. at the Brookfield…
2023 OktoberFest set for September 30
JACKSON, Tenn. – OktoberFest is returning, bringing back beer, brats, and football for the good of a local school. OktoberFest will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on September 30 at…
North Side soccer players visit elementary students
JACKSON, Tenn. – Members of the North Side High School girls soccer team held an exhibition for elementary students at Thelma Barker Elementary School on Monday. The student athletes encouraged the…
‘Remember Me’ walk set for early October
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local university is set to host a special event. The event is the 15th annual Remember Me Commemorative Walk, which is taking place on Monday, October 2. …
City of Jackson to offer new grant for improvements
JACKSON, Tenn. – The City of Jackson is launching a new grant to provide improvements around the city. The Neighborhood Improvement Project grant is being run through the Love Your Block program…
Farm Credit Mid-America Education Pavilion and Greenhouses open at Discovery Park
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- The Discovery Park of America is highlighting some exciting new additions this week. Pictured left to right: Kris Hooper, Keisha Hooper, Gaynelle Johnson and Karl Johnson of the Frank Johnson Family; Scott…
Man convicted after shooting victim 11 times, district attorney says
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A man has been convicted after shooting a victim 11 times back in 2021. According to District Attorney General Frederick Agee, 34-year-old Jarvis Emerson was convicted of attempted first-degree murder with serious bodily injury, especially aggravated burglary, employing…
Trenton City Hall evacuated, employee ‘fell ill’ after suspicious mail received
TRENTON, Tenn. -- An investigation is underway after a local City Hall was evacuated after receiving suspicious mail. According to a press release from the West Tennessee Drug Task Force (28th, 29th, 30th Districts), on Tuesday, Trenton Mayor Tony Burress…
Positive Living Group to host trunk-or-treat event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Positive Living Group says they will be hosting a trunk-or-treat in October. The Positive Living Group says the event will be from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on October 29 at Sacred Heart of Jesus High…
JTA to offer shuttle service during food festival
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Transit Authority is offering a shuttle during the Jackson International Food and Art Festival. JTA says the shuttle will leave…
Crews respond to fire at west Jackson apartments
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson Fire Department responded to an apartment fire Tuesday. Fire Chief Don Friddle says the call came in around 11:49 a.m., with firefighters arriving to find a two-story wood frame fire at the Brookfield Apartments.…
Hardeman County man receives 10-year sentence
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A Hardeman County man has received his sentence following traffic stop in 2022. According to United States Attorney's office, 34-year-old Fabian Bills' has been sentenced to 120 months -- 10 years -- in federal prison after pleading…
Community announcement to be made Saturday at Dyersburg farmers market
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Closing day at a local farmers market is expected to bring big news to one community. The public is invited to the Main Street Dyersburg Farmers Market to celebrate closing day on Saturday, September 23. Attendees will…
Chester County BBQ Festival returns this weekend
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- One local community is cooking up the return of a favorite annual event. The Chester County BBQ Festival returns to downtown Henderson on Friday, September 22 and Saturday, September 23. An…
Community invited to free movie night in Jackson park
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The community is invited to a free movie night this weekend in the Hub City. The City of Jackson Recreation and Parks Department will host "Family Fun Movie Night in the Park," sponsored by AmeriGroup, on Saturday,…
‘One More Light’ event held in honor of Suicide Prevention Month
HENDERSON, Tenn. – Freed-Hardeman University held their annual One More Light event Monday evening on campus to support individuals who have lost someone by suicide or those who have been impacted…
BBB warns of scams in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Better Business Bureau has reported a couple of scam stories that are becoming more common in West Tennessee. One includes a car wrap scam, where popular food and…
Local rescue squad to host Zombie 5K Run
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. – Just in time for spooky season, the Humboldt Area Rescue Squad is hosting a Zombie 5K Run. It will be held on October 21 in Bailey Park. Runners…
Hardin County Ag Fair gets underway
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Fair season is continuing in West Tennessee with an Ag Fair in Hardin County. There are games, rides, food, and fun. This year there are also pageants…
Endangered Child Alert: Bristol Dodd in Henderson County
ALERT FROM THE TBI: An Endangered Child Alert has been issued for 8-year-old Bristol Dodd on behalf of the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office. Bristol is 4’, 75 lbs., with blonde hair and blue eyes. Bristol was last seen on September…
Potential suspect sought in Henderson County shooting
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. – A possible suspect is wanted for questioning regarding a shooting in Henderson County. We received a call from a WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News tipsters regarding a shooting…
Suspect found after threat made to local high school
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The Martin Police Department says a suspect has been found following a threat made to Westview High School. The police department says around 10:15 a.m. on Monday, staff were made aware of a threat made through a…
2 men facing drug charges after traffic stop
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Two Dyersburg men have been arrested and are facing drug charges. The Dyersburg Police Department says that Saturday evening, a unit was "conducting surveillance on a residence on Speedway Street." The two men -- Thomas Cross,…
TN’s Center for Profitable Agriculture turns 25, local farmer talks organization’s impact
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center is bringing attention to an exciting milestone for Tennessee's Center for Profitable Agriculture (CPA). According to Tate Cronin, Marketing and Communication Specialist for the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center, CPA…
Kingdom Support Solutions Ministries helps feed Jackson community
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A "Feed the Community for the Needy" outreach initiative was hosted in Jackson on Saturday by Kingdom Support Solutions Ministries. The event involved contributions from JONAH Affordable Housing, Community Foundation of West TN, KKT Mobile Solutions, and…
Upcoming art installation to visualize 200 Years of Jackson & Madison County history
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An art installation opening next month will serve as a visualization of 200 Years of Jackson & Madison County history. The Bicentennial art gallery "A Moment in Time" will be unveiled to the public at a reception…
1 injured, 1 arrested following shooting in Martin
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A man is in custody after a shooting in Martin. The Martin Police Department says around 11 a.m. on Saturday, officers responded to Volunteer Community Hospital in reference to a 911 call. Police discovered that the caller,…
Vehicle overturns in midtown Jackson wreck
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A car overturned in a wreck in midtown Jackson. Around 8:45 Sunday evening, we received a call from a WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Tipster concerning an accident on…
‘Praise in the Park’ honors late Shirlene Mercer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church honors the life of a special member of the community. "Praise in the Park" shared their ministry for yet another month here in the…
West Tennessee State Fair wraps up another year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Hub City hosted the West Tennessee State Fair at the Fairgrounds of Jackson. Visitors from all over West Tennessee were encouraged to enjoy rides, food, and other…
West TN Dive Team works to recover submerged vehicle
LEXINGTON, Tenn.---Dive team works to retrieve submerged vehicle. On Saturday, September 16 the West TN Dive Rescue and Recovery Team worked with local law enforcement and others to retrieve a vehicle from Pin Oak Lake in Lexington. The vehicle was…
Local high schoolers compete for Innovation Cup
JACKSON, Tenn.---The Jackson Madison County School System high schoolers had the chance to present their smarts at Union University. Union University's College of Business hosted the Hub City High…
Organizations join together for a special musical performance
JACKSON, Tenn.---After teaming up with the Jackson-Madison County Library, this organization held their annual event for the public. The Jackson Symphony had their 63rd annual season opening night at The NED theatre in…
Event celebrates love in the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn.---The Hub City highlighted a special community during their annual event. The Jackson Pride had their fourth annual pride event on Saturday afternoon hosted at Conger Park. They…
Pet of the Week: Charlee
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Charlee! Meet Charlee! She is a smaller lady (weighing just under 30 lbs.) but she has the biggest goofiest personality.…
Football Friday Night: Week 5 Recap
Here is a recap from week 5 of football here in West Tennessee: See final scores here. Find this weeks polls here.
Football Friday Night: Week 5 Polls
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.
Football Friday Night: Week 5 Highlights
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Governor visit highlights West Tennessee’s new state park
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. – Governor Bill Lee made a stop in north Madison County at a new local state park as part of his statewide conservation tour. Lee has made it one of his top priorities to improve and…
Local group remembers POWs, those who are MIA
JACKSON, Tenn. – A Hub City community honored the lives of those who have served. Each year, the third Friday of September has been recognized as POW-MIA Day. As of May 2023, the Defense POW-MIA Accounting Agency estimated over…
Football Friday Night: Week 5 Final Scores
It is already week five of Football Friday Nights, and we have a list of final scores below: Hardin County 38 North Side 7 Fayette Academy 24 JCS 63 South Gibson 28 USJ 6 Milan 44 JCM 16 Peabody 28 …
2023 Archeofest begins at Pinson Mounds
PINSON, Tenn. – Many groups of students went to visit a historical site and experience some traditions first hand. Archeofest at Pinson Mounds welcomed students to their sacred grounds on Friday. “Our School Day Archeofest, and we're having all…
Ground broke on new recovery center
LEXINGTON, Tenn. – Ground has been broken for a recovery house in Lexington. Aspell Recovery and the Henderson County Foundation broke ground on College Drive in Lexington for a new residential dorm for men suffering from addiction. Richard Barber,…
Tips sought over armed robbery in Three Way
TRENTON, Tenn. -- Crime Stoppers is asking for the public to help in solving an armed robbery in Three Way. According to Crime Stoppers, on September 9, surveillance video captured the moment three armed men entered the Maverick gas…
Library launches program with lunch and learn
JACKSON, Tenn. – Madison County is coming together to read. The Jackson-Madison County Library launched its National Endowment for the Arts Big Read program at noon Friday with a lunch and learn. The program is focused on Circe by Madeline…
