Amateur Radio Association hosting field day on Saturday
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Looking for a new hobby? A national association has you covered. The West Tennessee Amateur Radio Association is hosting its annual field day in Jackson…
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Applications now open for 2022 Leadership Carroll County
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- Applications are now open for The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce's 2022 Adult Leadership Carroll County (LCC) class. “Class members will find the sessions to be informative, educational, and fun,” said Natalie Porter, Chair of the…
Tomato Fest held at Henderson Farmers Market
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- One popular fruit is the star of a local farmers market. "I love tomatoes, yes. There is not a bad spot on them. Perfect sandwich," said Tomato Fest…
Sign language classes coming to Jackson-Madison County Library
JACKSON, Tenn. -- American Sign Language classes are returning to the Jackson-Madison County Library this summer. The library has partnered with the Jackson Center for Independent Living to host the classes at 11 a.m. each Tuesday in July. These classes…
Shooting leaves 1 dead, 1 injured at Jackson motel
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a shooting at a local motel. According to police, officers were dispatched to the Days Inn located at 1919 Highway…
Annual motorcycle ride to support Madison, Henderson Co. CASA
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A group of local motorcycle riders will be hitting the streets for a good cause this weekend. The Villains' 5th Annual Dice Run will take place on Saturday, June 25, with a portion of proceeds collected…
Participants sought for Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial parade
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial Grand Finale Weekend is coming up this August, and you can be a part of the celebration. The Bicentennial committee is seeking participants for the parade that will move through downtown Jackson on…
Pell Grant reaches 50th year of helping students follow dreams
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For 50 years now, the Pell Grant has been helping young adults afford a college degree and follow their dreams. And there may be an increase in that in the future. Fifty years ago on Thursday, the…
8th annual Shooting Hunger to be held Friday
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- Friday marks the eighth annual Shooting Hunger. It's an event that raises thousands of dollars to feed hungry children across West Tennessee. "We're expecting about 250, 260 shooters will be…
Two women arrested following investigation into house fire
CAMDEN, Tenn. -- Two West Tennessee women have been arrested following a two year investigation into a house fire in Holladay. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, they began looking into a house fire on the 1800 block…
New health service available for West Tennessee seniors
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- There's a new service in town for senior citizens. Adoration Home Health & Hospice held its ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday for its new facility in Henderson. It's a…
Flower shop switches location in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local flower shop has a new home. Anointed Flowers and Gifts is a faith-based gift shop in north Jackson. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at 10 a.m. to…
RIFA says teams can now apply for 2022 Canstruction
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The time to pick your teams is here for this year's Canstruction! RIFA announced on Thursday that it is taking applications for teams for its next Canstruction event, which is set to be held in September. The…
COVID-19 vaccine to be available to kids 6-months and up
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Starting Friday, children aged six months to four can receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department says the age group will get three doses, with three to eight weeks between the first and…
Milan man found guilty of killing mother in 2018
MILAN, Tenn. -- A Milan man was found guilty of killing his mother following a near three day jury trial. Benjamin Bradford was found guilty in the 2018 death of his mother, Gwendolyn Hall, according to District Attorney General Frederick…
Four locals talk about CDC mask recommendation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Centers for Disease Control has placed Madison County on a high COVID-19 community level. And with that, they gave a recommendation to wear a mask in a public, indoor…
$50,000 winning Powerball ticket sold in Hardin County
COUNCE, Tenn. -- On Wednesday, one lucky resident in Hardin County won $50,000 in the Tennessee Lottery's Powerball drawing. The winning ticket was purchased at Sportsman's One Stop in Counce, located at 12935 Highway 57. According to the Tennessee Lottery,…
Jackson musician to hold album release party Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local artist is preparing to press "play" on his debut album. Hunter Cross, musician and owner of Third Eye Curiosities, is releasing his first full album titled "Existential Origami" on Saturday, June 25. That evening, a…
Pride Month display sparks controversy at Jackson-Madison library
JACKSON, Tenn. -- At the Jackson-Madison County Library, a display is commonly used during observations like Black History Month or Presidents Day to present relevant books for the public to…
Adobe initiative aims to fight the rise of false information
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With a rise in false information, altered photos and manipulated videos known as "deepfakes" spreading online, it's important to remember you can't always believe what you see on the…
Salvation Army hands out food to Jackson residents
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Salvation Army is continuing to help the Jackson community. The organization held a mobile food distribution Wednesday at noon. Lt. Mark Cancia, with the Salvation Army,…
Report shows COVID-19 cases rising in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has placed Madison County under a new recommendation. With several months of low COVID-19 numbers, a new report from the CDC…
Trenton police: Former teacher charged with 6 counts of statutory rape
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A former teacher at a school in Trenton has been charged with six counts of statutory rape by an authority figure. The Trenton Police Department confirms 25-year-old Brandon Doyle, who taught chemistry and physics at Peabody High…
Local church hosting Hope and a Haircut in July
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee church is helping people get free haircuts. On July 30, Archer’s Chapel is hosting Hope and a Haircut in the city of Alamo. The event will bring local stylists, food and more outside…
Discussions continue over Memphis Regional Megasite impact
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Leaders across West Tennessee met to discuss the potential economic and cultural impact of the Memphis Regional Megasite. Establishing the Blue Oval project won't happen over night. Officials…
Residents asked to reduce energy use, raise thermostats if possible
JACKSON, Tenn. -- We could be seeing triple digit temperatures this week, and the Jackson Energy Authority has a few tips to keep your power running strong. The Tennessee Valley Authority…
Martin Zaxby’s to reopen next week
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The Zaxby's in Martin is reopening. The famous chicken-serving chain is opening its doors under new management on Monday, June 27. For this first week, guests will only be able to go through the drive-thru. “We can’t…
Nominations open for 2022 Jackson Awards
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It is time, once again, to honor those with leadership qualities. The West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation says that nominations are now being accepted for the 2022 Jackson Awards. The awards have been given out annually since 2006,…
29 student inmates graduate in Hardeman County
WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- On Thursday, June 2, a ceremony was held at CoreCivic's Hardeman County Correctional Facility, celebrating the graduation of 29 student inmates. 12 student inmates earned a high school equivalency diploma, while 17 earned career technical education…
TDOT launches hotline to report potholes, maintenance issues
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation has launched a new hotline for drivers to address road safety concerns. Tennesseans can call 833-TDOTFIX (833-836-8349) to report potholes and other maintenance issues on interstates and state routes. “We all know…
Health dept.: COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations rising again in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has placed Madison County at a high COVID-19 Community Level. Community Levels are a tool used by the CDC to determine what…
Residents displaced following apartment fire in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Around 5 p.m. on Tuesday, evening the Jackson Fire Department was dispatched to Post House North apartments in response to an apartment fire. Fortunately, no one was…
School officials meet for board meeting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- School officials met to discuss plans for their upcoming retreat. The Jackson-Madison County School board met to discuss the superintendent's evaluation, dates, and the agenda for their…
Rehearsals held for ‘Seussical Junior’
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Horton goes from hearing a "who" to hearing music. Rehearsals are underway for "Seussical Junior" at Community Montessori. Leaders with the play say "Seussical Junior" is a…
Weather radar to be installed in Benton County
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A weather radar is coming to Benton County in the future. The Benton County Commission voted just this week to partner with Climavision to install an X-Band weather radar. They say this will help fill in…
Residents warned of phone scam involving jury duty
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office wants you to be aware of a new telephone scam. The sheriff's office and the Circuit Court Clerk's Office are warning citizens of a scam about failing to appear for jury…
Jackson-Madison County Library hosting art sale on Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Library is hosting a sale this weekend. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, the library will be hosting the Art from the Attic Art Sale at its main location in downtown Jackson.…
Grand opening held for new recreational area
THREE WAY, Tenn. -- Middle Fork Bottoms Recreational Area is officially open. Local leaders held a ribbon cutting Tuesday for the completion of phase one of the project. Those that worked on…
Alabama man wanted for sex crimes found in Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An Alabama man wanted for first-degree sodomy, among other charges, was found in Madison County. The United States Marshals Service says that 39-year-old James Dwight Mitchell, of Decatur, Alabama, was found at a home on Shirlee Drive…
School security discussed during county commission meeting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local county commission meeting was held on Tuesday. Madison County Commission members met to discuss several topics on their agenda. One of the main priorities the board members…
New summer toys perfect for outdoor fun
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As summer arrives, families will be headed outside to enjoy the sunny days. On Tuesday, author and lifestyle expert Meredith Sinclair shared some of this year's trendiest toys that will keep…
City of Jackson approves FY 2023 budget
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tuesday morning, the Jackson City Council met for a special called meeting and approved the fiscal year 2023 budget on second reading. In early spring, the council approved a…
District Attorney General Jody Pickens voted into new role
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jody S. Pickens, the 26th District Attorney General, is taking up a new task. According to a news release, Pickens was elected by members of the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference to be their vice president of…
The Jackson Rockabillys: New baseball team name revealed
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Play Ball Jackson has revealed the name of the new baseball team that will be stepping up to the plate at the Jackson Ballpark. Courtesy: Play…
New time capsule to be buried in August; residents asked for suggestions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial Committee is seeking public input on what to place inside of a new time capsule. From now until July 15, residents are invited to email celebrate@jacksonmadison200.com with their suggestions. Ideas should "capture the…
Humboldt man charged with aggravated arson in motel fire
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says a Humboldt man has been charged with aggravated arson after a fire at a local motel. Around 9 p.m. on Sunday, June 19, the Humboldt Fire Department responded to a report…
Bolivar police ID victim, suspect in fatal gas station shooting
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- The Bolivar Police Department confirms one man died in a Sunday night shooting at a local gas station. At around 10:03 p.m. on June 19, Bolivar police responded to a…
Heritage Day celebration planned for Mercer community
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A special event celebrating the Mercer community is coming this Saturday. As part of the Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial Celebration, "Heritage Days" have been planned for several individual communities in the area. Previous Heritage Days have been held…
Fire department responds to house fire in Rainbow Cove
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fire Department is investigating a house fire in the Hub City. The fire was in the area of Rainbow Cove Monday afternoon. When WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News crews arrived around 5 p.m., they could…
Tips to keep pets cool in the heat
JACKSON, Tenn. -- June 21 is the first day of summer, which means increased temperatures could soon become the norm. Co-founder of Red Fern Animal Shelter in Dresden, Anne Oliver…
