Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff

LIFELINE announces critical appeal after holiday weekend

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…

First Friday Art Walk returns to downtown Jackson on June 2

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…

Tables on sale for 2023 Black Tie & Blue Jeans

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…

Local church students prep for musical

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…

Candlelight service marks Memorial Day in Alamo

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…

Fallen soldiers honored in Shiloh

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…

60th Freedom Fund Banquet held on Sunday

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…

Candlelight memorial held for Tina Turner

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…

Service honors fallen veterans in Dresden

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…

Tennessee River Jam to begin later this week

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…

Women veterans invited to June event

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…

Blues Fest comes to an end in Haywood Co.

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.…

A unique event at Shiloh takes visitors back in time

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…

This week’s top stories in West TN

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…

Sunny And Dry Conditions For Memorial Day!

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…

$50,000 Powerball ticket sold in Carroll County

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…

Ribbon cutting held for center’s new project

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…

A special event showcases a new place to play

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…

Ceremony remembers those who sacrificed it all

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…

Things to do this weekend in West TN

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…

Pet of the Week: Nia

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…

Rainy And Stormy Saturday, Mostly Sunny Week Ahead

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…

West Tennessee church vandalized Wednesday night

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…

USCS Outlaw Thunder Tour kicks off

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…

New car wash available in Jackson

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…

LIFELINE begins 5th annual Car Giveaway

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…

Poppy Honor Wall returns to D.C. for Memorial Day weekend

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.…

Educator of the Week: Lindsey Riley

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…

2023 Sheriff Buford Pusser festival begins

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…

Dive rescue team preps for swimming season

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…

Authorities respond to motorcycle wreck near Medon

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…

Safe Boating Week held ahead of boating season

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…

Memorial in Brownsville to honor Tina Turner’s legacy

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…

Dresden man arrested on drug charges following search warrant

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,…