CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Commissioner of Agriculture visited a farm in Chester County to see the innovative work they do. Mesa Trail Farm welcomed Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher. Commissioner…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A violent fugitive wanted in West Tennessee has been captured after 14 years on the run. 54-year-old Blaize Angol was arrested in Valdosta, Georgia around 1 p.m. Wednesday. The arrest followed a coordinated investigation by the U.S.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Empire 8 Theatre in Jackson is participating in a special offer for moviegoers on National Cinema Day. On Saturday, September 3, admission for all movies at all showtimes will…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Community Clean-Up Day is coming to the City of Jackson on Saturday, September 17. The event follows the success of the first Community Clean-Up Day that was held in August. Hosted by the Health and Sanitation…
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Claims about a potential threat at Bolivar Central High School left parents concerned on Wednesday. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News tipsters alerted us to social media posts claiming there was a rumor that a threat had been made…
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Officials are investigating a threat made to Crockett County High School. According to Crockett County Sheriff Troy Klyce, late Tuesday night, they received a perceived threat…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students were dismissed from classes at North Side High School on Wednesday morning due to a water leak. The water leak was located on the second floor of the South campus building. Officials say due to the…
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- One person is in custody after a shooting in Bolivar left one injured Tuesday morning. According to the Bolivar Police Department, around 11:07 a.m. on Tuesday, August 30, officers responded to the 500 block of Elm Street…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- On Tuesday, members of the community got together under the leading of the Positive Living Group, to hold a butterfly release in the memory of those who are no…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local law enforcement agency is leaning on a neighboring agency for help. The Gibson County Sheriff's Office has taken Crockett County inmates due to staff shortages,…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A privately-owned, traveling World War II collection is coming to Jackson State Community College in September. The display is part of Jackson State's Constitution Day event on September…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News tipsters reached out to us with concerns about an incident at South Side High School in Jackson. We reached out to school officials who confirmed a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson's Recreation and Parks Department is planning a community clean-up day at Muse Park. The event will be held on September 17, and the city is seeking volunteers to help make it a success.…
TRENTON, Tenn. -- At the Gibson County Fair, fair goers are excited for the food and the rides. Everyone loves when the fair comes to town, but no one gets as…
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- Conditions at a local jail have led to inmates being removed from the facility. According to Crockett County Sheriff Troy Klyce, inmates at the Crockett County jail have been transferred to the jail in Gibson County.…
DYER, Tenn. -- A former "American Idol" contestant will be performing in Dyer to benefit the Toys for Tots program. Season 19 Contestant Alex Miller will take the stage at the Dyer…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A special called Madison County Commission meeting was held Monday to discuss the tax rate. "We've had an issue with the state when we were doing the reappraisals,…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation is halting lane closures on interstates and state highways for the Labor Day holiday. Construction crews will stop all lane closure activity from noon on Friday, September 2 until 6 a.m. on…
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Two people are dead following an incident in Martin over the weekend. The Martin Police Department says Camarri Harper and Marcetta Ross were found dead on North College Street early Sunday morning. Harper is an 18-year-old male…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Hundreds gathered to remember the life of a Tennessee Highway Patrol sergeant who lost his life far too soon. "It's a sad day for law enforcement, but we…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The USSSA Tournament was held in Jackson over the weekend at the West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex, with teams from all over, eager for a win and families ready to…
BELLS, Tenn. -- Residents of the Bells community gathered today to implore a deeper connection to each other and the park that hosted them. The Bells Association has conducted multiple events leading to…
JACKSON, Tenn. --The first annual Cruisin' for Cancer Car Show took place on Saturday afternoon with a big response from the community. The Woman's Clinic, PA hosted its first annual Cruisin' for…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Baby & Kids Fest hosted its first event post-COVID this morning, and it was a big success. Families and expectant parents visited the Jackson fairgrounds for information…
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Squirrel! Meet Squirrel! Squirrel is a 3 to 5-year-old Shih-tzu mix who is full of love, wiggles and kisses! …
A recap for Week 2 of Football Friday Night in West Tennessee for 2022:
Football Friday Night Week 2 of 2022: South Gibson 41 Westwood 0
Football Friday Night Week 2 of 2022: Bolivar 51 Liberty 33
Football Friday Night Week 2 of 2022: Huntingdon 41 South Side 13
Football Friday Night Week 1 of 2022: St. George 26 JCS 35
Football Friday Night Week 2 of 2022: ECS 44 TCA 22
Football Friday Night Week 2 of 2022: Covington 40 North Side 0
Football Friday Night Week 2 of 2022: Oakhaven 6 Haywood 58
Football Friday Night Week 2 of 2022: Chester County 28 McKenzie 49
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Law enforcement is investigating a pursuit that ended in a wreck in Jackson. Around 3 p.m., the Jackson Police Department was alerted by one of the Flock…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Better Business Bureau says there are new scams that people need to be aware of. The Biden administration recently announced that the federal government will cancel up to $20,000 of federal student loans per person. Now…
Final Scores for Football Friday Night Week 2 of 2022: South Gibson 41 Westwood 0 Bolivar 51 Liberty 33 Huntington 41 South Side 13 St. George 26 Jackson Christian 35 Evangelical Christian 44 Trinity Christian 22 Covington 40 North Side…
Football Friday Night Week 2 of 2022: Milan 61 Manasses 0
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lane College started their annual Day of Giving on Friday. In today's world, conducting services online are both convenient and a great way to share…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new business opened in north Jackson and is already giving back to the community at the grand opening. Burlington Coat Factory, along with AdoptAClassroom, presented Thelma…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Baby & Kids Fest is being held for the first time since COVID-19. The Baby & Kids Fest has been a fun and educational…
It's time to recognize this week's Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Michael Adams says the challenge of teaching harder math classes interested him in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's not uncommon for dogs to urinate inside their home, but some of them may be dealing with canine incontinence. Veterinarians Dr. Jody Lulich and Dr. Heather Davis spoke with us on National Dog Day about how you…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Senator Marsha Blackburn, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, met with leaders in Taiwan, Soloman Island, Papua New Guinea, and Fiji, to discuss economic growth and…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announces his wife, First Lady Maria Lee, has been diagnosed with lymphoma. Governor Lee released the following…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students are facing the threat of mental health challenges, but one company has a program to help ease the fight. Dr. Laura Erickson-Schroth, Psychiatrist & Chief Medical Officer…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students have more access now to prepare for courses than ever before. Johnny Betancourt, Director of Content Development for Higher Education at Pearson+, took time to talk about…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson's celebrities packed the Ballpark at Jackson for an all-star game of softball! The Dream Center hosted the first Celerity Softball Game on Thursday, bringing in familiar…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several international music lovers traveled to the Hub City on Thursday. Hub City Brewing welcomed at least 70 people from Sweden, who are big Carl Perkins fans. Several years ago, the Cadillac Band came to the Rockabilly…
WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- A Sea of Red was held as one community came together to honor a first responder and his decades of service. The Whiteville community is celebrated…
