Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff

West Tennessee’s Year in Review: 2023

2023 Year in Review: Your top stories for 2023 (by views): Three-year investigation results in conviction of man named ‘Weed Eater’ Drug Task Force: Large scale drug trafficking conducted at old Walmart building Driver arrested for Lexington wreck that claimed…

Post-holiday sales could save you money 

JACKSON, Tenn. – Taking advantage of post-holiday sales can save you a lot of money. Retail experts say one of the popular retail trends is the after-Christmas-time sale.  "Right now, a lot of…

TBI UPDATE: 77-year-old Bobbie Jene Watkins found dead

UPDATE FROM TBI: It is with heavy hearts that we update this SilverAlert with news that Bobbie Jene Watkins is deceased. We are keeping her family and friends and those who knew her in our hearts, and offer our most…

Free soup giveaway held for Christmas in Selmer

SELMER, Tenn. – A local city gave back to their community this Christmas. Members of Selmer had a free soup giveaway for members of their community. This is something that members have done for…

Voices of Savannah holds warming station event

SAVANNAH, Tenn. – Do you need clothes, shoes, or a warm bed for the cold weather?  A nonprofit organization continues to spread the gift of joy for Christmas on Monday. Voices of Savannah…

Families gather for good food and holiday traditions

JACKSON, Tenn.---Yum! Yum Yum! One buffet filled bellies this morning with some of your favorite foods. Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store hosted their annual breakfast this morning. They were filled to…

Last minute holiday shoppers hit the stores

JACKSON, Tenn.---Last call for shoppers! The time has come to grab what you need before it's time to sing "Oh' Christmas Tree." Sam's Club had shoppers coming in and out of their…

Old Country Store debuts a new holiday event

JACKSON, Tenn.---Lights, camera, music! One community event brings joy through sounds. The Old Country Store hosted their first Candlelight and Music event. This event was held in the country store's chapel, located…

Holiday celebration returns to Lincoln Courts

JACKSON, Tenn.---Community leaders come together to make Christmas brighter for families. Lincoln Courts hosted their 3rd annual giveaway. This event allowed families to spend time together while receiving free gifts. …

Polar Express makes final stop in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn.--- Today marked the last stop for the Polar Express in the Hub city. The Polar Express event is a magical time for the whole family that includes games, crafts, hot…

A local church spreads holiday cheer to families in need

LEXINGTON, Tenn.---A local church expands their kitchen to the community for the holidays. The First United Methodist Church held their Mobile Food Pantry earlier today in Lexington. This is something they do every…

Pet of Week: Charlee

This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Charlee! Meet Charlee! She is a small lady (weighing just under 30 lbs) but she has the biggest goofiest personality.…

Santa, the Grinch visits Donnell Century Farm

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. – Santa made his way to a local farm Friday night. Santa was in attendance at Donnell Century Farm Adventure tonight to visit with children and take pictures. Those in…

Large fire occurs at Dale’s Recycling in Gibson County

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. – There was a large fire Friday in Gibson County. We started receiving calls about a large fire north of Milan around 5:30 p.m. Our crew arrived to find firefighters attempting to put out a fire…

Educator of the Week: Taylor Caldwell

It’s time to meet our Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Taylor Caldwell is a third grade math and science teacher at Beaver Elementary School in Henderson County. …

Union University hosts undergraduate Christmas tour

JACKSON, Tenn. – Union University held an undergraduate Christmas tour Thursday afternoon for the very first time. During the event, potential students and their families were given a special tour of the university.…

Help needed to help serve food on Christmas Eve

JACKSON, Tenn. – A local organization needs volunteers for Christmas Eve.  After volunteering on Thanksgiving GT Productionz is returning to RIFA to help serve members of the community on Christmas Eve. GT Productionz is…

Madison County Sheriff issue warning about return of scam calls

The following is a news release from the Madison County Sheriff's Office: Madison County, TN – The Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) has recently become aware of a resurgence of scam calls targeting residents within Madison County. These deceptive calls…

GALLERY: Santa visits business in Friendship

FRIENDSHIP, Tenn. – A local business joined in on the Christmas spirit Wednesday night in a heartwarming way. Ms. Mac's BBQ & Grill says Santa's elves dropped off toys with them to…

GALLERY: Two churches host candlelight service

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two churches came together Wednesday night to celebrate the holiday season. Organizers say Northside Assembly and Skyline Church of Christ members came together to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. Those…

Veterans coalition awards those who supported their mission

JACKSON, Tenn. – The West Tennessee Veterans Coalition met Wednesday to award businesses, organizations, and individuals who support their mission. Awards were presented to the Madison County Sheriff's Office, Jackson Police Department, Madison…

GALLERY: 214 fruit boxes gifted to sheriff’s office

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. – Local law enforcement received the fruit of their labor. Wednesday morning, a group of five local Baptist churches brought Christmas joy to the Madison County Sheriff's office. They delivered…

$36.6 million granted to improve state’s infrastructure, more

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- State officials have approved $36.6 million in grants aimed at improving infrastructure and more. Community Development Block Grants will be going to 78 communities across the state, according to a news release from Tennessee Department of Economic…

UT Martin accreditation reaffirmed by SACSCOC

The following is a news release from the University of Tennessee at Martin: MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin has had its full accreditation reaffirmed by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).…