New Year's Eve house fire claims life in Bells
BELLS, Tenn. -- On Sunday evening, a fire broke out in the 200 block of Robin Road in Crockett County. The house, which is located in Bells, still had a man inside when the…
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Local restaurant continues New Year tradition with 'good luck' buffet
MEDINA, Tenn. -- One Medina restaurant continued a lucky tradition on Monday. Rhodes Family Diner held their annual New Year "good luck" buffet. The buffet included hog jowl, turnip greens, boiled cabbage, black…
'First Day Hikes' kick off healthy lifestyle resolutions at State Parks
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Tennesseans had the chance to launch their New Year's resolutions for a healthy lifestyle in a fun way. More than 40 state parks held free, guided hikes for New Year's…
First Hub City Flea Market of 2024 set for this weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you're looking to start the new year with some good deals and unique finds, you may be in luck. The first Hub City Flea Market of 2024…
Cryosculpt set to open this month in north Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new business with a unique service is preparing to open its doors in the Hub City. Cryosculpt is described as an avant-garde cryotherapy spa, introducing a pioneering wellness service to the community. Services will include cryo…
The new Blues and Soul Ball grabs Hub City residents attention
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One inaugural new year's event grabs the Hub City attention. E.R. Entertainment had artist from all over the south to perform Blues and Soul for guests. Tables were sold…
Fundraiser event kicks off the new year
JACKSON, Tenn.----One local non profit dances into the new year. Habitat for Humanity, in Jackson, brings in the new year by raising money for 4 new houses and to help those with…
One dead after shooting in Martin bar
UPDATE (1/8/2024): Martin Police arrest 2nd suspect in Cadillac’s Bar shooting UPDATE (1/5/24): Man arrested in connection to shooting death at bar EARLIER STORY: MARTIN, TENN-- Authorities are investigating a shooting in…
Here's a look back at the top local news of 2023
EAST JACKSON, Tenn.---Whether it brought concern, made you cry or even gave you a little giggle, 2023 has been unique. Here at WBBJ-7, we appreciate the opportunity to deliver the news…
Early morning shooting in Martin
UPDATE (1/8/2024): Martin Police arrest 2nd suspect in Cadillac’s Bar shooting UPDATE (1/5/24): Man arrested in connection to shooting death at bar MARTIN, Tenn.---A shooting occurred around 1:23 this morning in Martin leaving one dead. According to a press release…
Brownsville to host qualifying round of Tennessee Songwriters Week
PRESS RELEASE VIA WEST TN DELTA HERITAGE CENTER By: Sonia Outlaw-Clark For Immediate Release Brownsville to host qualifying round of Tennessee Songwriters Week BROWNSVILLE TN (December 22, 2023): Signups are officially open for songwriters to take part in the sixth…
Hub City Classic comes to a close
JACKSON, Tenn.---Area Relief Ministries held their last night of the annual Hub City Classic Christmas basketball tournament. High school boys and girls basketball teams near the Jackson area were able to…
JPD: What goes up, must come down!
JACKSON, Tenn.---Reminder, celebratory gunfire can be fatal. The Jackson Police Department is reminding residents that celebratory gunfire is not a safe way to celebrate the holiday. The department took to social media to explain that not only is the practice…
Donation surge hits Goodwill location
JACKSON, Tenn.---Steve Jobs says "The only way to do great work is to love what you do." One business loves giving back to the community. Goodwill retail store is holding their end…
LIFELINE releases list of January 2024 blood drives
LIFELINE Blood Services has announced the list of January mobile blood drives: Food Rite (Armory St.) -Trenton 1/02/2024 12:30p – 5:30p Walgreens -Lexington 1/02/2024 12:30p – 5:30p Walmart -South Jackson 1/02/2024 12:30p – 5:30p Baptist Memorial Hosp. -Union City 1/03/2024…
