Senator provides update on special session in Nashville
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the state Senate's special session concluding for the week, what have they been able to accomplish so far? Sen. Page Walley has introduced a bill addressing an…
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Heat continues to impact area, some schools dismiss early
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- Temperatures throughout West Tennessee have been progressively increasing this week. The surging temperatures have prompted some school systems to implement early dismissal. SEE ALSO: What to do to…
3 men arrested in connection to weekend robbery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Three local men are now in jail over a Sunday night robbery in Jackson. According to the Jackson Police Department, around 11 p.m., officers responded to the Days Inn at 1919 Highway 45 Bypass over a…
Cooling centers open in Weakley County
From the Weakley County Emergency Management: Cooling centers will be open Thursday and Friday at the First United Methodist Church at 225 Main St. Martin, and the Personal Development Center at 8250 Highway 22 Dresden from 4 p.m. until 8…
CLOSINGS: Local schools to dismiss early due to heat
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some local school districts have announced early dismissals due to excessive heat. All Haywood County Schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 24. School will also close at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, August 25 due…
Siblings say they were robbed at gunpoint outside local entertainment spot, JPD investigating
JACKSON, Tenn.--A group of brothers and sisters say a fun night out at a club ended in a way they didn't expect. Saturday night, siblings, Jesus, Veronica, and Marisela Lopez drove to…
School districts share how students are being kept cool on the bus
Amid the heat wave, we reached out to several school districts to see what they are doing to keep students cool while riding the bus: Chester County School District In the Chester County School District, Troy Kilzer says that they…
UT Martin offering ACT workshops
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin is offering ACT workshops. UT Martins says that the ACT workshops are offered are September 2, September 30 and December 2 in Martin, and Oct. 21 at the UTM Parsons Center.…
Press conference held over recent shooting incidents in north Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In response to the recent shooting incidents in north Jackson, a press conference was held addressing park safety. Jackson Mayor Scott Conger, Jackson Chief of Police Thom Corley,…
Dyer County escapee located outside Dollar General
FRIENDSHIP, Tenn. -- Tuesday night, a Dyer County escapee was found outside a Dollar General in Crockett County. According to the Dyer County Sheriff's Office on Facebook, the Crockett County Sheriff's Office was called out to the store in…
What to do to still have fun amid heat wave
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the heat wave coming in full force, what are some solutions to still have fun while staying safe? WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Ryan Hodges spoke with some…
Hazmat call made in the area of Law Road, Exit 93
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Salvation Army Named Small Business of the Month
From the Jackson Chamber: Salvation Army Named Small Business of the Month by the Greater Jackson Chamber JACKSON, TENN. August 22, 2023 – The Greater Jackson Chamber is proud to announce that the Salvation Army has been chosen as the Small Business…
JPD: 1 injured, info sought in Rockwell, Reynold Drive shooting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department shared an update on Monday's shooting and is also asking for your help. Around 8 p.m. on Monday, the Jackson Police Department's officers responded…
August county commission meeting held Monday
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Madison County officials met Monday evening to discuss significant business matters. Early in the evening, the Madison County commissioners convened for their August meeting. During…
Farmers work to overcome adversity during this year’s harvest
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Farmers try to overcome adversity during this year's harvest. With severe weather and rainfall hitting West Tennessee at an alarming rate this year, many farmers in…
Local students join the STEM cell donor registry
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- From books and lectures to being a personal hero to someone in need, these students are saying "Yes" to the cause. Freed-Hardeman University students Clark Endsley and…
Report shows Shiloh battlefield’s impact on local economy
SHILOH, Tenn. -- A new report from the National Park Service is showing the impact Shiloh National Military Park has on the local economy. According to the news release,…
TWRA sets free hunting day
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency released two news releases: TENNESSEE’S 2023 FREE HUNTING DAY SET FOR SATURDAY, SQUIRREL SEASON TO OPEN NASHVILLE --- Tennessee residents are allowed to hunt without a license on Saturday, Aug. 26 which coincides with the opening…
UT Martin welcomes in Class of 2027
MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee welcomed their Class of 2027 on Thursday. Incoming students enjoyed four fun-filled days as they began their journey as new Skyhawks. On Thursday, students moved in and transformed their dorms into their…
Waste collection to be held in Henry County
From the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation: NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) mobile household hazardous waste collection service will be in Henry County on Saturday, Aug. 26. Tennesseans are encouraged to bring household hazardous…
TWRA Fishing Forecast
NOTE - The TWRA wants to build a comprehensive report each week of the state’s lakes. If you do not see a report for your favorite lake and you are someone who can provide a report, please contact us at Ask.TWRA@tn.gov and provide…
Football Friday Night: Week 1 Recap
Here is a recap from the first week of football here in West Tennessee:
Family seeks answers after relative fatally shot
HENDERSON, Tenn.---A Chester county family is left with many unanswered questions after their relative was fatally shot during an arrest operation by FBI agents. Thursday morning an arrest warrant by FBI agents ended in the fatal shooting of a Chester…
Drivers test their skills at a Hub City Speed event
JACKSON, Tenn.---A popular event puts driver's racing skills to the test. Hosted by Hub City Speed the 5th autocross event of 2023 was held on Sunday. The event was open to all ages, experience levels, and vehicles, as long as…
Unique expo offers guests a look at the unusual
JACKSON, Tenn.---A special expo draws animal lovers to the Jackson Fairgrounds. The Jackson Fairgrounds recently played host to the Exotic Pet Expo that brought in a large number of people from all around West Tennessee. A wide variety of different…
Local stars make some plays for a great cause
JACKSON, Tenn.---Softball season may have ended across the nation, but for these officials and Jackson celebrities it has only just begun. This year marked the second year of Jackson's Celebrity Softball Game.…
Visitors to one local winery have a stompin’ good time
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.---What's a better way of drinking wine than making it yourself. The Crown Winery hosted their Sixth Annual Grape Stomping competition. Friends and families were invited from all over to help…
Local football player injured during game
JACKSON, Tenn.---A local high school football player is injured. On Friday, August 18, a Liberty Tech High School football player was injured during the game against JCM. During the game, a Liberty Tech player was escorted off the field via…
FHU welcomes new students to campus
HENDERSON, Tenn.---Freshman found their new home at Freed-Hardeman University at Move-in Day. We spoke to the president of Freed-Hardeman who told us about Welcome Home. This is the day they…
People of all ages participate in ‘Community Day’ event
ADAMSVILLE, Tenn.---A special community day brings in fossil and history enthusiasts. A community day was held Saturday at the UTM Coon Creek Science Center in Adamsville at 9 am and 1 pm.…
A West TN fallen officer is honored
HARDIN CO. Tenn.---Highway named for fallen officer. According to the Hardin Co. Sheriff’s Department’s social media, Officer Matthew Locke was honored this morning at a ceremony in Adamsville, dedicating the naming of a section of Highway 64 in his memory. …
Pet of the Week: Tilley
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Tilley! This sweet girl has been through a tough time, but is regaining trust, recovering well and finding her smile…
Lexington marks 100 years of football
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- As the summer closes, Football Friday nights are just kicking off. Lexington High School celebrated 100 years of football on Friday evening at the Lexington High…
Football Friday Night: Week 1 Highlights & Scores
It is the first week of football here in West Tennessee! We have a list of scores and highlights from the games below: Jackson Central-Merry 31 Liberty Tech 0 [blox_vms account="WBBJ" key="493c956d6a388f8c9d9d2bdfc3a1a569c061c21c" vtitle="JCM VS LIBERTY GAME OF WEEK FOR WEEK…
Resilient West Tennessee receives grant
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A grant is helping one program reach more people. Resilient West Tennessee is a program of the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. It's also the recipient of the ACE's Innovation…
Wanted man found in creek bed Friday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The US Marshals Service says a wanted man was captured in a creek bed on Friday. Marshals say that Cory Waldrop, 39, was captured near Hornsby in Hardeman…
Educator of the Week: Alex Bell
It's time now to recognize this week's Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Alex Bell is a high school math teacher at Scotts Hill High…
Local library offering variety of programs
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- One library is helping its community come together through shared interests and hobbies. The Henderson County-Lexington Everett Horn Public Library has programs for all ages. The library is located…
12th Annual Alzheimer’s Conference to be held in September
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The 12th Annual Alzheimer’s Conference is being held in late September, according to West Tennessee Healthcare. This year's conference is set to be held on September 26, and will see Melanie Bunn return as a guest speaker,…
TBI: 2 arrested, items seized in Carroll County
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- Two people were arrested and several items were seized by law enforcement on Thursday in Carroll County. According to a news release from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, law enforcement has been targeting illicit drug activity in…
Barbecue fest to be held along Tennessee River next week
SALTILLO, Tenn. -- A barbecue festival is being held next week in West Tennessee! The Tennessee River BBQ Fest is set to be held from August 25 to August 26. The festival will be held along the banks of the…
Charity Gala Announcement Party
JACKSON, Tenn.-- In advance of the upcoming Charity Gala, winners and organizers met for a preview event. To kick off the 32nd annual Charity Gala, the community foundation of West Tennessee invited…
Union University welcomes in Class of 2027
JACKSON, Tenn. — Union University welcomed the Class of 2027 by helping them move in. This is an annual event for the university, with upperclassmen, staff, and faculty…
Pretzelmaker opens in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new dining option is added to the Hub City. Pretzel Maker opened its doors to Jackson residents. The store is located on Stonebrook Place. Pretzel Maker has…
No injuries in early morning Henderson County fire
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- There were no injuries following an early morning house fire in Henderson County. According to Lynn Murphy, with the Henderson County Fire Department, firefighters were called to the 15000 block of Highway 104 North around…
Newbern Police step up enforcement for Labor Day
NEWBERN, Tenn. -- The Newbern Police Department says they are stepping up their enforcement on impaired driving. The department shared on Facebook that they will be working with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office for the "Booze It and Lose…
Madison County Sheriff’s Office investigating theft of vehicles, firearms
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office is investigating thefts of both vehicles and firearms. According to a news release, between late Wednesday night and early Thursday morning, the sheriff's office responded to thefts reported in the Cotton…
Nonprofit to host cornhole tournament in September
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A nonprofit says they are bringing back their cornhole tournament. CASA of West Tennessee says their Rock and Roll Cornhole Tournament will be at the Farmers Market in downtown Jackson. The tournament will serve as a fundraiser…
Gibson County Sheriff’s: Scammers posing as Fireman Association
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Sheriff's Office is warning residents of scammers posing as the Gibson Fireman's Association. The sheriff's office shared via Facebook that the scammers are calling from a Pennsylvania number (717) 971-6619. They say…
