Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff

Jackson Chamber hosts annual celebration

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Chamber of Commerce held their annual award celebration on Tuesday, which aims to promote local businesses with various awards across a wide spectrum of achievements. "Each year we…

JPD: Robbery at JCPenney under investigation

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a robbery the Old Hickory Mall. Multiple officers were seen at the Old Hickory Mall late Monday evening. JPD later confirmed that there was…

Shiloh Visitor Center to close for construction of new exhibits

SHILOH, Tenn. -- The Shiloh Battlefield Visitor Center will close for an extended period as new exhibits are installed. Construction is set to begin Monday, November 28, throughout the entire 87-year-old building. No re-opening date has been scheduled at this…

FHU students elect Homecoming royalty

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A local university continues Homecoming festivities with its Homecoming Court nominees. Tuesday, Freed-Hardeman University announced the Homecoming Court for this Saturday. Included in the court were four freshman, a sophomore,…

What can you buy in the Hub City with $1B?

JACKSON, Tenn. -- On November 7, the largest Powerball drawing was at a whopping 1.9 billion dollars however, due to technical issues, those numbers were…

What to know ahead of November 8 Midterm Election

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tuesday, Election Day voters will be able to make their selections for local, state, and federal officials. "We have a Republican and a Democrat running in State…

I-40 construction, repairs progress into Henderson County

JACKSON, Tenn. -- I-40 construction progresses into Henderson County. Nichole Lawrence, the Community Relations Officer at the Tennessee Department of Transportation, has updates on I-40 construction. "We got some emergency asphalt repairs…

Election Results for Madison County Nov. 8, 2022

Amendments Summary: This amendment would add a new section to article XI of the Tennessee Constitution to make it illegal for any person, corporation, association, or the State of Tennessee or its…

Election Results for Crockett County Nov. 8, 2022

Amendments Summary: This amendment would add a new section to article XI of the Tennessee Constitution to make it illegal for any person, corporation, association, or the State of Tennessee or its political subdivisions…

Election Results for Chester County Nov. 8, 2022

Amendments Summary: This amendment would add a new section to article XI of the Tennessee Constitution to make it illegal for any person, corporation, association, or the State of Tennessee or its political subdivisions…

Election Results for Hardin County Nov. 8, 2022

Amendments Summary: This amendment would add a new section to article XI of the Tennessee Constitution to make it illegal for any person, corporation, association, or the State…

Election Results for Henderson County Nov. 8, 2022

Amendments Summary: This amendment would add a new section to article XI of the Tennessee Constitution to make it illegal for any person, corporation, association, or the State of Tennessee or its…

New flag raised above Jackson City Hall

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new flag is on display in the City of Jackson. In February 2022, a contest was launched for citizens of Jackson to submit a design for a…

Events this week in West Tennessee: Nov. 7-13

Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Monday, November 7 Faith & Family Night (Jackson) City of Jackson to raise new flag at City Hall at…

Man in custody after aggravated assault, shots fired in Martin

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The Martin Police Department has released details on a Sunday morning incident involving shots fired. 29-year-old Jonathan Jones, of Sharon, Tennessee, is facing charges of aggravated assault, discharge of a firearm, and evading arrest. According to an…

Say yes to your wedding vendors!

JACKSON, Tenn. -- As couples prepare for their big day, vendors of kinds could be needed. Having a wedding show, like tie the knot, is one place to find an assortment…

Inaugural Military Ball hosted in the Hub City

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Red, white, and blue, plus dress blues and ball gowns equals one great night to shine the light of honor on our veterans and current military. The West TN…

Local shoppes host a holiday kick off

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Shoppes at North Park in Jackson hosted their Annual Holiday Open House. "Holiday Open House, Open House is the Kickoff to the Holiday Season here. It's a…

Governor’s tour makes a stop in the Hub City

JACKSON, Tenn. ---The Tennessee governor makes a stop in Jackson during his tour. On Saturday, Governor Bill Lee stopped by Old Country Store to greet the people of Jackson. Despite the weather, it was a great turnout with a…

3rd annual Veterans Outreach held in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Veterans Program held a Veterans Outreach on Friday. All veterans were encouraged to attend. The veterans were offered various forms of assistance, as well as…

Pet of the Week: Tucker

This week's adorable Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Tucker! Tucker is a sweet distinguished Beagle boy, who is around 7 to 8-years-old. Tucker enjoys snacking on…

Football Friday Night Playoffs: Final Scores

Columbia Academy 14 JCS 49 Kings Academy 20 TCA 24 Creek Wood 7 Hardin County 14 Bluff City 0 Peabody 35 Loretto 31 Riverside 56 South Side 0 Pearl Cohn 38 West Carroll 0 MASE 50 Camden 33 Fairley 62…

Union to host workshop centered on handling grief

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local group is hosting an upcoming workshop designed to help those dealing with grief. A professional grief therapy workshop will be held at Union University on…

88 Haywood High seniors achieve Ready Graduate status

HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- Haywood High School's Class of 2023 is already achieving great things, even before their graduation. According to a news release, 88 seniors from the school earned their Ready Graduate status, making it the highest number of…

Educator of the Week: Robyn Hicks

It's time to recognize this week's Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Robyn Hicks has been the librarian at Andrew Jackson Elementary School and loves…