HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Haywood County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing man. According to Haywood County Sheriff Billy Garrett, 40-year-old Darrell Carpenter was last…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- This Father's Day, you can treat your dad or your favorite father figure to a meal at one of Tennessee's State Parks. A news release states that three state parks in Tennessee will offer Father's Day meals…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Buchanan Realty Group announces a new business is set to open soon in north Jackson. Red Wing Shoes is expected to open later this summer at 907 Vann Drive in Jackson. A press release states Red Wing…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Budget Committee says that funding will be going to the school system for school resource officers. Thursday afternoon, a news release was provided to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News stating in part: "In reviewing the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Inmates at the Madison County Jail say they are frustrated with what they say are poor living conditions. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter…
COUNCE, Tenn. -- Dozens of teams are preparing to grab their fishing rods and hit the water this weekend. Teams met up to check in for the third annual…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church is teaching children about the gospel through fun activities. Englewood Baptist Church held their annual Vacation Bible School. This event is always held in the month of June. Vacation Bible School activities have been…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Habitat for Humanity's ReStore in Jackson is a place that stays involved with the community in various ways. That includes giving homeowners and business owners a safe place to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson native was the highlight of a recent article published by the Navy. The article, created by Navy Office Of Community Outreach, features Petty…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Four days of gospel music is coming to downtown Jackson next month. The annual Jackson Sings the Gospel is set to be held in the Carl Perkins Civic Center in July from the 12th to the 15th.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The yearly Highway 70 Yard Sale is underway once again. The tables are set and filled with just about anything you can imagine. People are…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee's 2023 Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day is Saturday, June 10. An annual event provided by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, the Free Fishing Day allows all residents and visitors to fish for free, without a license,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new opportunity for those with Parkinson's is coming to a local fitness center. West Tennessee Healthcare announces that a unique exercise program, known as "Rock Steady Boxing," will be available at The LIFT Wellness Center. Developed…
ALAMO, Tenn. -- One West Tennessee man is now behind bars. This arrest comes after almost a month of law enforcement investigating. According to a news release from authorities,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee music duo is preparing for the release of their first studio album. The Hutcheson Brothers, formed in 2012 by Ridgley natives and siblings Jon and Brandon…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thousands have made their way out to vote so far for early voting, and you still have time to as well. Elections Administrator Lori Lott said early…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rotary Club held a meeting at the First United Methodist Church on Wednesday, discussing the aftermath of the pandemic. Their guest speaker,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local church had a surprise for many drivers Wednesday afternoon. Members of the SoulQuest Church held a gas giveaway at Northside Express on North Highland in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County Budget Committee met Wednesday morning, and one of the important issues was the school system's budget. The committee rejected the Jackson-Madison County School's…
ALAMO, Tenn. -- A man has been taken into custody following a break-in and sexual assault in Alamo. In May, the Crockett County Sheriff's Office notified the public of three separate break-ins in the City of Alamo. The sheriff's office…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Pass the popcorn! This week marks a special anniversary for a nostalgic form of entertainment. The first drive-in movie theater opened in New Jersey on June 6, 1933. 90 years later, many screen across the U.S. are…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Trash, potholes and crime are some of the top issues that have been reported recently, and the City of Jackson directly addressed the issue of trash…
ADAMSVILLE, Tenn. -- A local American Legion is holding its very own musical event. The American Legion Post 97 Jam is being held at the Hillbillys Wing Shack. Music includes: Eddie Long & Friends Lindsay Lawler Zack Hacker Davey Allen…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Several Tennessee State Parks are helping students with their Tennessee Promise. “Tennessee State Parks are happy once again to be involved in the Tennessee Promise program,” said David Salyers, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Environment and…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Huron man has been arrested on charges of rape and sexual abuse of a child. According to booking information from the Henderson County Sheriff's Department, 50-year-old James Daniel Rice was taken into custody on Sunday,…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee man is sentenced to 80 years in prison for child rape charges. According to District Attorney General Frederick Agee, 32-year-old Joshua Pewitte was indicted in 2019 for…
MEDINA, Tenn. -- A tipster around 6:30 p.m. told WBBJ 7 Eyewitness that agents had breached a home in Medina. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation reports that in May, a cybertip indicated that a person was offering to trade child sexual…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new legislation has been introduced to help those who have been impacted by natural disasters. Congressman David Kustoff and Congresswoman Judy Chu filed the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Rockabilly's hit the diamond for another big game in the Hub City. Fans made their way to the the Ballpark at Jackson to see the new Rockabillys in action. Players signed baseballs and t-shirts for…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- An annual favorite is making a return: the 20th Highway 70 Yard Sale! The Highway 70 Yard Sale has been setting up every summer break for 20 years now. The fun keeps getting bigger, as more…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Exchange Club hosted a meeting with two special guest speakers. Tuesday, the Exchange Club had their meeting and invited Mayor Scott Conger and mayoral candidate…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Tennessee LGBTQ+ Support is planning a special event in June amid Pride Month. A community Pride Month celebration will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 24. The event will take place at…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson City Council held a meeting Tuesday morning. The George A. Smith meeting room was almost filled with people attending the city council meeting. One of…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A new academy is available in the Hub City. The AllStar Training Academy is now taking in students, and Reggie Carrick, the owner and director, shared what they do. “We provide forklift training and job placement, all…
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Law enforcement is investigating a fatal shooting in Martin. The Weakley County Sheriff's Office reports that their deputies arrived at Haygood Road in Martin around 4:30 a.m. for a reported shooting incident. On the scene,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Field of Flags is set to be raised in downtown Jackson. According to a news release, the 17th annual Field of Flags will be placed for Flag Day…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A traveling education unit is bringing the community and its veterans together. On June 30 and July 1, Wreaths Across America's Mobile Education Unit will be stopping in Gleason and Union City. The exhibit is aimed at…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Highway 70 Yard Sale is returning for the 20th year. They have been setting up every summer break, and the fun keeps getting bigger as…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new art studio for children held its open house on Monday. Egghead Arts is a new professional art studio and classroom of art located inside the Art on Shannon Studio in downtown Jackson. Egghead Arts…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rockabillys have kicked off the season and are hosting events every home game of the season for fans to enjoy. From music to fireworks, The…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation reported Monday that one person was arrested during an ongoing investigation into fentanyl. In October of 2022, the TBI says the investigation into illicit drug sales in Henderson County began, with three…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A bill was signed in Jackson on Monday that will change Tennessee transportation forever. "The Transportation Modernization Act is a gamechanger for the State of Tennessee,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System's Board members and others from the community came together to discuss amendments to current budgets. JMCSS Superintendent Dr. Marlon King shared on the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two pools opened to the public in the Jackson on Monday. One is located at the Westwood Community Center, and the other is located at the TR White…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- The City of McKenzie is about to see its own musical series begin. Local Music The Nights on Broadway series is set to kickoff with the Fajita…
SHILOH, Tenn. -- The roar of cannon fire is set to echo through a local battlefield once again. Shiloh National Military Park says that this weekend, cannon firing demonstrations…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A day of free fishing is taking place across Tennessee's public waters on Saturday. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency says that the 2023 Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day will be June 10, giving all state residents and…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The 20th annual Highway 70 Yard Sale is almost here! This year's sale is set to begin Thursday, June 8, giving deal seekers the chance to stop and find sales from Memphis to Camden. The sale will…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local Elks Lodge showed their appreciation to first responders over the weekend. According to a news release, on Saturday, Elks #191 held a lunch for police, fire, and other first responders in the Jackson and Madison County…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College says a nationwide search has come to an end. The college says its search for a Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs has concluded with Dr. Peter Hanson being appointed to the role.…
