Black History Month: Harrell Carter
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. Harrell…
Madison County
Community mourns loss of Cherie Parker
JACKSON, Tenn. -- West Tennesseans are mourning the loss of a community leader: Cherie Parker. On Saturday, Parker died at the age of 59. For more than 20 years, she served as…
USJ to host free presentation on mental health
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school is inviting you to a free presentation. The University School of Jacksons says on February 28, author David Magee will be speaking on the issues of mental health that youth face. USJ says that…
Arlington Elementary hosts a very special tournament
JACKSON, Tenn.---On Saturday, approximately 100 students and coaches came to compete in the Arlington Winter Classic at Arlington Elementary. The district will host 17 elementary and middle school VEX IQ Robotics…
Jackson businesses make plans for Super Bowl Sunday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With Super Bowl Sunday is approaching, some local businesses are planning events. Quite a few businesses are gearing up for a fun night of food, beverages, and…
Chocolate and Wine Tasting to be held this weekend
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Love is in the air and one winery is celebrating ahead of Valentine's Day. This weekend, Century Farm Winery is holding a Valentine's Chocolate and Wine pairing. If…
Local florist ready for Valentine's Day rush
JACKSON, Tenn. -- What would Valentine's Day be without flowers? The impact of inflation and weather isn't stopping City Florist in downtown Jackson. Several arrangements are already prepped and ready to go.…
Old Country Store offers unique Valentine's dinner experience
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The deadline for reservations have now closed, but a local restaurant is putting the finishing touches on a unique Valentine's dinner experience. Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store is having…
Lynn Brown shares stories, talks Black history as guest speaker
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…
$15,000 grant to go to students in local school system
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A grant of $15,000 is going to students in the Jackson-Madison County School System. The grant is going towards North Parkway Middle School's Club Day, which was created in 2021 to help students find a career…
