Local cafe provides free Thanksgiving meals to community
SELMER, Tenn -- Owners of one local cafe are paying it forward this holiday season, offering free Thanksgiving meals to the entire community. The Rockabilly Cafe is a home away…
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First responders celebrate Thanksgiving in their own way
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- While many West Tennesseans are home enjoying a meal with friends and family this Thanksgiving, some have to be constantly prepared for whenever duty calls. "Here at…
RIFA volunteers spend Thanksgiving serving others
JACKSON, Tenn. — Many of us are spending Thanksgiving with our friends and family, but some of us aren't as fortunate. But for those who aren't volunteers at RIFA are making sure…
Local church makes sure no one spends Thanksgiving alone
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A local church is making sure no one spends Thanksgiving alone. New Spring Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Trenton opened their doors to anyone in the community. Thanksgiving dinners…
Shoppers take advantage of early Black Friday deals at 'Gamestop'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several shoppers were at Gamestop Thursday taking advantage of early Black Friday deals. In south Jackson, one early shopper said he had his sights set on the Madden 18 video…
800 runners show up for 13th annual Turkey Day 5K at Gold's Gym
JACKSON, Tenn.--- On Thursday morning, people warmed up for the 13th annual Turkey Day 5K hosted by Gold's Gym. "We've got just about 800 runners here this morning," Steve Roten, owner…
Busy travel day ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday
JACKSON, Tenn -- Triple AAA projects more than 50 million Americans will hit the roadways. Before heading to family gatherings and carving the turkey, you may have to wait for some…
'The Ned' helps those in need as temperatures drop
JACKSON, Tenn. -- 'The Ned' in downtown Jackson is helping out those in need as the temperatures start to drop. They are collecting hats, scarves and gloves to decorate a tree.…
Customers flood grocery stores last minute shopping for Thanksgiving
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There was a constant flow of customers all Wednesday at Jackson supermarkets, as folks are checking items off their list. Being sure not to…
West TN Drug Task Force hits interstate for K-9, narcotic search training
SHELBY COUNTY, Tenn. -- For agents with the West Tennessee Drug Task Force, training with their K-9 partners is a routine to keep them ready for anything on the interstate.…
Redemption Road gives hope to rescued horses
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Almost a month ago, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News showed you over 35 malnourished horses rescued from a property in Haywood County. On Wednesday, we met with…
Jackson firefighters offer tips to avoid deep-fried turkey troubles
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Be careful in the kitchen. About 2,000 residential fires break out on Thanksgiving Day in the United States every year, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. Firefighters…
Officials urge caution for Black Friday shoppers
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "If you get that gut feeling, go back in the mall," Ben Blackwell with Maxxguard security company said. 'Tis the season to go shopping, but officials want…
UPDATE: East TN homicide suspect in custody in Chattanooga
UPDATE -- Ahren Presley is in custody in Chattanooga, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Authorities at Silverdale Detention Center confirmed Wednesday afternoon that Presley was currently in their custody in Chattanooga, according to a TBI release. Original story:…
1 airlifted after Highway 70 crash in Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- One person was airlifted Wednesday afternoon after a crash on Highway 70 near Lavinia Road in northern Madison County. Madison County Fire Chief Eric Turner said a…
