Prime Day deals return with two day event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Amazon's annual Prime Day event is back from July 12 to July 13, but only for Prime members. The two-day shopping event features millions of deals, with the…
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Food Truck Spotlight: J-Town Coffee
It's time for a pick-me-up! This week we're visiting J-Town Coffee, located next to Sonic in The Columns in Jackson. Owner David Sutherland says he's been roasting coffee for 14 years and wanted to bring excellent coffee to the…
‘Not a kidnapping’: Jackson police address alleged incident Sunday night
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Around 9 p.m. Sunday evening, we began receiving reports from Tipsters about an alleged kidnapping incident in Jackson. A Facebook post claimed a female was picked up in a white van near south Jackson and was able…
Events the week of July 11, 2022 in West Tennessee
Don’t miss any of the fun in West Tennessee this week! Tuesday, July 12 Goat Yoga (Brownsville) Wednesday, July 13 Jackson Sings The Gospel (Jackson, Wed-Sat) Thursday, July 14 James Webb Space Telescope Community Event (Jackson) Summer Celebration at UT…
Retailers offers sales during Prime Week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Each year, Amazon Prime Day is what many online shoppers look forward to. But this year, there may be some competition. This year's Amazon Prime Days are July 12 and…
Ground broke on new school in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After opening in 1949, one Jackson-Madison County school is getting a new look and a new location. On Monday afternoon, officials held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Pope School…
JPD: Woman dead after early morning shooting at local bar
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department says a woman has died as a result of an early morning shooting on Monday. The department confirmed on Monday that 32-year-old Amanda Wilbourn died due to wounds received from a shooting in…
Tennessee takes steps to lower child care costs
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The State of Tennessee says it is taking steps to make raising a child cheaper. The Tennessee Department of Human Services said in a news release that on July 1, it upped child care payment assistance reimbursement…
Red Carpet Event held for cast, crew of Paws of Fury
On Sunday, July 10, Paramount Pictures held a Red Carpet Event for multiple celebrity families. Some of the people in attendance were George Takei, who plays Ohga, leader of the villainous Ika Chu's army, Cathy Shim, who plays the character…
Area singers invited to Gaither-style hymn singing
GREENFIELD, Tenn. -- A Greenfield church is inviting local singers to do what they do best: sing! Greenfield First Baptist Church says it is hosting an Old-Fashioned Gaither-Style Hymn Singing on Aug. 7 at 6 p.m. The event will be…
Drive-thru baby shower being held for Carroll County residents
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- Multiple organizations are working together to throw you a baby shower! For Carroll County residents only, a free drive-thru baby shower is being held on Aug. 24! The baby shower will be at the Carroll County…
Suspect’s mother speaks after court appearance for Brian McKenzie murder
JACKSON, Tenn. -- William Brian McKenzie went missing in September 2019, and for nearly two years, search crews were not able to find any trace of him. Photo: William Brian…
Reviewing this week’s top stories
JACKSON, Tenn. --This week has been a busy week for the Hub City. This week started off with unfortunate news. Early morning on July 3rd, an interstate wreck stops and detours…
Annual fundraiser gets an update for 2022
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Group 18-4 is changing they way they raise money for an annual fundraiser. In the past the group held a run, or bike ride but this year…
Denmark resident celebrates a milestone birthday
DENMARK, Tenn. --Lessie Cole was born on July 10, 1920, marking today as her 102nd birthday. Cole has been on this earth for a long time and there are so many memories for…
Sorority gives back to local students
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. --A local sorority gives back to its community. Theta Eta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Incorporated gave back to students in Gibson County with a Back to School Bash. …
Alumni celebrates milestone for local high school
JACKSON, Tenn. --One group of alumni celebrate 100 years of the founding of one Jackson high school. The Merry High National Alumni Association is celebrating the 100 year anniversary of the founding of…
Pet of the Week: Cotton
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Cotton! Meet Cotton the Corgi mix! This guy is looking for his fur-ever person! If you are looking for a mature,…
Relay for Life celebrates cancer survivors, remembers those lost
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual event took place to fight one of America's biggest health concerns. The American Cancer Society hosted their annual Relay for Life event, which is…
Music fills air during Summer Concert Series in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The sound of music drifted through downtown Jackson. The Summer Concert Series returned to the Amp downtown Friday evening as music lovers took in the music of…
UT Martin joins program to help the bees
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin is helping protect bees and other pollinators. According to a news release, the campus will now be a part of the Bee Campus USA program, which comes from the nonprofit Xerces…
Senator talks reinstatement of TSA in West Tennessee
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn made a stop in the Madison County as part of her statewide tour. Blackburn spoke at McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport with local officials. The topic…
Dream Center breaks ground on new location
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Dream Center of Jackson broke ground on Friday for its new facility, expanding its mission of breaking the cycle of homelessness. "It's for our new 36,000 square foot…
Youth Olympics held in east Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Recreation and Parks Department held their annual Summer Youth Olympics. The event kicked off at the Oman Area in east Jackson Friday morning. The heat was on for six different camps who competed in…
July’s First Friday Forum held at First Methodist Church
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Bicentennial Edition of First Friday Forum continued with a special presentation. The event was held downtown at First Methodist Church. James E. Ross, the President and CEO of West Tennessee Healthcare, gave insight on the…
Henry County Medical Center to assess needs of community
PARIS, Tenn. -- The Henry Counter Medical Center is preparing to assess the needs of the community. The center says it will be working with other health care professionals to complete a Community Health Needs Assessment. “Guided by the results…
JMCSS reminds freshmen of 3-day camp
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System wants to remind all freshmen of an upcoming camp. The school system says the Freshman Camp will be on July 26, July 27, and July 28 from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.…
The Dixie says auditions coming for new Christmas event
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Dixie is looking forward to Christmas. The Dixie announced on Friday that it is seeking auditions for its new event titled Christmas at The Dixie. This event will feature Paula Bridges, among many other special guests,…
Lexington man charged with arson in Carroll County home fire
BUENA VISTA, Tenn. -- A man from Lexington was arrested after allegedly starting a residential fire in Carroll County. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says 65-year-old David Ables has been charged with arson and aggravated burglary. According to the TBI,…
Some JEA customers may be eligible for utility bill assistance
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With record temperatures, you might see an increase in your utility bill. But Ted Austin with Jackson Energy Authority says they may be able to help with that. "We…
Tennessee sales tax holidays: What you need to know
Tennessee has three sales tax holidays in 2022, with one of them already underway. From Friday, July 29 through Monday, August 1, there will be no sales tax on clothing, school supplies or computers. Diapers are also included in this…
1972 time capsule to be opened in Carroll County July 15
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- A piece of history will be unveiled in Carroll County next week. The time capsule buried fifty years ago as part of the county's Sesquicentennial celebration will be opened on Friday, July 15. Carroll County Mayor…
City of Jackson names Joshua Weeden as Hub City Hero
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has named Joshua Weeden as the June 2022 Hub City Hero. Founder of the West Tennessee Youth Basketball Association/Tennessee Blazers, Weeden is a Jackson native and attended Madison Academic Magnet High School. He…
Hardeman County candidates share their platform
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Candidates in one county faced off ahead of the August election. Hardeman County residents filled the Bolivar Municipal Center Thursday night for the mayoral debate. Mayoral candidates…
Organizations partner to get toys to kids in the hospital
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A nonprofit gave back to a local hospital. The STAR Center donated switch adapted toys to Le Bonheur Children's Hospital in Jackson. Through a partnership with Tennessee…
Local lifeguards share tips to prevent drownings
MILAN, Tenn. -- As we're nearly reaching the end of our hottest week in Tennessee since 2012, Milan City Pool staff reminded us of safety precautions to take while outside and…
Kustoff holds luncheon for first responders
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There was an event dedicated to honoring first responders on Thursday. Congressman David Kustoff held a luncheon to honor those that are on the front lines. First…
City to temporarily close West Lafayette at Airways connection
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's called "tactical urbanism," and Jackson is using it. The city announced on Thursday it is trying something new. "You'll see on the map here, the end of…
Police say Dyersburg man injured officer after assaulting grandmother
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A Dyersburg man is in custody after an assault on a police officer. According to the Dyersburg Police Department, officers were dispatched to a home on Wilson Street…
Inmates help turn puppies into graduates at Whiteville facility
WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- From pup to graduate, a local program is changing lives one canine at a time. Inmates are participating in the Canine Companions program at CoreCivic's Hardeman County Correctional…
Help sought for local foster children as new school year approaches
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Right now, there are 73 children in foster care in Madison County. These children entered foster care through no fault of their own, and with the new school…
Sunflower season: West Tennessee farms invite public to enjoy their fields
Sunflower season is here in West Tennessee! A few local farms are inviting the public to come enjoy their fields and make memories among the perennials. In Milan, Green Acres Farm will open their sunflower and zinnia patch on Friday,…
Officials give update on Chester County oil spill
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- According to a news release from Pipeline Safety Trust, on June 29, an Energy Transfer partner's pipeline ruptured when a secondary partner damaged the transmission pipeline carrying crude oil. …
Jackson-Madison County Schools seeks to fill positions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System is continuing to prepare for the school year. The district has several openings for different positions in the system. While there are several weeks of summer…
Dangerous heat expected in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Temperatures will continue to rise this week, with conditions exceeding the requirements for an excessive heat warning on Wednesday and Thursday. And with rising heat comes rising heat injuries. "We have…
TBI: Kenton man arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material
KENTON, Tenn. -- A Kenton man has been indicted and arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation announced that Kerry A. Wade was indicted and arrested on Wednesday for possessing child sexual abuse material. The…
THP: 2 killed in Sunday head-on collision on I-40
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol has confirmed two people died during a head-on collision on the interstate. The THP says the crash occurred around 7 a.m. on Sunday, July 3 in the eastbound lane of Interstate 40, near…
Jackson police share update on recent crimes
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There have been several crimes within the past two months, and some still with no updates. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News reached out to the Jackson Police Department for updates on several…
Jackson State to offer real estate course in fall of 2022
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson State Community College is offering a real estate course in the fall of 2022. Jackson State says the entry level, 90-hour affiliate broker pre-licensure course will be three days a week from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30…
How to get the summer essentials delivered
JACKSON, Tenn. -- What do you do if you forgot one of your summer essentials while out with friends or family? "The average American has to go home and retrieve an item that they've…
