Early Life Muhammad Ali, born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr., January 17, 1942, was a professional boxer and activist. Nicknamed “The Greatest,” frequently ranked as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time. He is regarded as one of the most influential…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local health care service opens its doors and hearts to listen to stories that bring a new insight. Home Instead invited members of the community out to listen to the stories of their guest speaker, Lynn…
Ella Jo Baker was a by occupation an activist from the day she was born. A woman of many words, she used her voice to advocate for those who couldn’t, or needed her help. Baker is a big part of…
Harrell Carter Occupation Civil Rights Activist; West Tennessee NAACP Area Director; President of the Jackson-Madison County Branch President What’s new at the JMC NAACP Branch? A recent election of some new executive committee members…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Each week in February, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News is celebrating Black History Month by telling the story of West Tennesseans. It is sponsored by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Juanita Jones,…
Juanita Jones Occupation Founder & Executive Director of Keep My Hood Good (KMHG) and Jackson Madison County Commissioner, District 5 What’s new with you? We will be celebrating Keep My Hood Good 13 year Anniversary Banquet, February 9, 6:30p at…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Each week in February, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News is celebrating Black History Month by telling the story of West Tennesseans, and it is sponsored by the Tennessee Education Lottery.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Each week in February, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News is celebrating Black History Month by telling the story of West Tennesseans, and it is sponsored by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Mark Cancia…
Each week in February, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News is celebrating Black History Month by telling the story of West Tennesseans, and it is sponsored by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Our second spotlight is Bobby…
Each week in February, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News is celebrating Black History Month by telling the story of West Tennesseans, and it is sponsored by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Our first spotlight is…
