JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services is issuing a critical appeal due to low blood collections and high usage over the holiday weekend. According to a press release, West Tennessee's blood supply is at a critically low level, with an…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Getting outside and playing with the dog or cat is always a great time during the summer. However, there is the concern with ticks and fleas. We spoke…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local arts will be under the spotlight for the return of a monthly event. The First Friday Art Walk, organized by the Jackson Arts Council, will take place in downtown Jackson on Friday, June 2. An opportunity…
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Crockett County Sheriff's Department is seeking the public's help after a series of break-ins. Earlier this month, the Alamo Police Department reported two separate residential break-ins in the early hours of May 8. According to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- You can secure your seat at one of the Hub City's annual fundraisers. Tables are now on sale for Friends of Heart's 2023 Black Tie and Blue Jeans event, presented by…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Salvation Army in Jackson held a cookout on Monday to serve dinner to the community. Families came out to enjoy a nice burger or hotdog along with…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Northside Church is set to host their youth musical this weekend. Students at the church had their dress rehearsal Monday ahead of a huge show for the…
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Memorial Day candlelight service was held in Crockett County on Monday. It took place at the Crockett County Veterans Memorial on Court Square in…
SHILOH, Tenn. -- Shiloh National Military Park held their annual Memorial Day Ceremony. Monday, the park honored fallen soldiers with a special ceremony in the Shiloh National Cemetery, where…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A special banquet was held in the Hub City on Sunday. The NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet was held at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. The event had a special…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- On Sunday, a candlelight memorial was held for Tina Turner. The R&B and rock and roll singer, and beloved West Tennessean, died in her home in Switzerland Wednesday…
DRESDEN, Tenn. -- A Memorial Day service was held in Dresden on Monday. Residents gathered at the Weakley County Courthouse for the ceremony to remember those who gave…
MEDINA, Tenn. -- A memorial service was held in Medina to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. The Medina Lions Club hosted their annual Memorial Day Service on…
PARIS, Tenn. -- As a reminder, the 2023 Tennessee River Jam is being held later this week. A free concert is set to kickoff the jam Thursday at 5:15 p.m. in downtown Paris, featuring Nikki Bobo at 6 p.m., Almost…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local group is aiming to honor the women who have served the country. According to a news release, the Jackson-Madison Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution is hosting their annual Women Veterans Day commemoration. The group…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. ---The second day of the Exit 56 Blues Fest kicked off today. The Exit 56 Blues Fest is held in Brownsville at the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center.…
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn.---The Shiloh National Military Park hosted a live history event. At the event, they showcased various weapons, gear, and uniforms from various wars and military conflicts throughout the United…
A lot has happened in West Tennessee this past week. Let us take a look at all of the top stories this past week in West Tennessee. Why Not Ministries is a nonprofit food ministry in Trenton that prepares freshly…
What a great end to the weekend! Today has been beautiful across #WestTennessee - perfect conditions to end Memorial Day weekend. TONIGHT: Tonight will be mostly clear with overnight lows in the low to mid 50s. North northeast wind 5 to…
CEDAR GROVE, Tenn.---A lottery player in Carroll County wins big. According to a Tennessee Lottery news release, a lucky person purchased a $50,000 winning Powerball ticket in Carroll County. The Powerball winner matched four out of five white balls plus…
JACKSON, Tenn.---Jackson center hosts a ribbon cutting. According to a news release from The Care Center of Jackson, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held on May 25 to mark the opening of The Genesis Homes. The new project will serve…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn.---A popular festival returns to a local city...bringing the blues. We take a look at the fun... and dive deeper into its history. The Exit 56 Blues Festival…
JACKSON, Tenn.---Singles and duos took to some newly revamped courts. Tennis Play Day was held today to showcase the new resurfacing of some tennis courts in Madison County. They're located…
JACKSON, Tenn.---Many were out today honoring the men and women who have served and died for our country. An annual ceremony was hosted by VFW Post 6496 to commemorate veterans. Following…
There is so much to do this weekend in the West TN! If you are looking for something fun and interesting to do this Memorial Day weekend in West TN, look no further, check out the the list below for…
This week's Pet of the Week is Nia! This sweet girl had a rough start to life but has a rags to riches story and now is looking for the final…
Good morning West Tennessee! You'll need your rain jacket and umbrella if you plan to go out today, but on the bright side we'll have a Sunny Sunday! THIS WEEKEND: We're starting off Memorial Day weekend on a rainy and…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- The Obion River Baptist Association Church headquarters in McKenzie was vandalized on Wednesday night. The vandal, or vandals, did a tremendous amount of damage inside of the church. Marvin…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- While many headed to the lakes for Memorial Day weekend, others headed to the race track. The USCS Outlaw Thunder Tour kicked off at the Lexington 104…
MEDINA, Tenn. -- A unique team held their last game of the season Friday night after weeks of fun and making memories. The Special Needs Athletics team played at Medina…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new business opened in Jackson just in time for summer. Big Willies Car Wash is now open on North Parkway in east Jackson, even after delays…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Warmer weather is here and motorcyclists are out in full swing. The month of May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. With the summer right around the corner, peak motorcycle…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- You could win a vehicle for saving a life in your community! LIFELINE Blood Services and Joe Mahan Ford have partnered for the Fifth Annual Car Giveaway. From now until Labor Day, which is September 4, blood…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A ceremony was held ahead of Memorial Day, bringing the reason why we celebrate to the forefront. Every year, the Friday before Memorial Day, Parkers Crossroads invites everyone…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The USAA's Poppy Honor Wall has returned to Washington, D.C. for Memorial Day weekend. Standing nine feet high and stretching 133 feet, the wall is filled with 645,000 poppies, representing American servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice.…
It’s time to recognize this week’s Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Lindsey Riley is a Pre-K teacher at Trenton Elementary School in Trenton. Riley started her teaching career four years ago as a…
SHILOH, Tenn. -- A weekend of activities will commemorate Memorial Day at Shiloh National Military Park. From 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on…
ADAMSVILLE, Tenn. -- A festival kicked off to honor a man who fought for justice and inspired a nation. The Sheriff Buford Pusser Festival returned on Thursday, serving as a way to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Fans came from far and wide came to the Hub City for a big performance. Multi-platinum-selling and award-winning artist Travis Tritt made a stop in Jackson to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Memorial Day weekend will mark the unofficial start of summer, a time many families spend at the pool or beach. With that, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News spoke with the…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol confirms authorities are responding to a motorcycle wreck in south Madison County. A WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Tipster informed us of the collision around 5:15 p.m. on Thursday. The wreck occurred on…
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A drill mimicking real-life experiences took place on Thursday at a local campus. *Some of the images in this story may be disturbing to some* The University…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As student loan debt looms over millions of Americans, some employers may be stepping up to help. Jesse Moore, Senior Vice President and Head of Student Debt at…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- It is National Safe Boating Week! Boating season is just about underway and Memorial Day is right around the corner. "You can always consider Memorial Day the…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- A special ceremony is being planned after the loss of a music icon and West Tennessee native. Fans and friends of "Queen of Rock" Tina Turner are invited to a Twilight Memorial honoring her legacy. The memorial…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Governor Bill Lee has authorized the deployment of 100 Tennessee National Guard troops to the U.S. Southern border. A press release from the Governor's Office states the deployment is "amid an ongoing national security crisis and surging…
DRESDEN, Tenn. -- A Dresden man was arrested on drug charges after a search warrant was executed at a home. According to the Weakley County Sheriff's Office, Michael Legens was taken into custody earlier this week on charges of manufacturing,…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- The world is shaken at the news of the passing of a popular music icon and West Tennessee native. R&B and rock and roll singer and beloved West…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's a unique honor for some citizens as a new sculpture is unveiled at a local park. A new sculpture was presented today at the Shirlene Mercer Walking…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A five-handle groundbreaking with God impacting hundreds took place Wednesday. The Care Center of Jackson, along with the community, gathered across from their longstanding location to break ground of…
