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Fire department responds to house fire in Rainbow Cove

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fire Department is investigating a house fire in the Hub City. The fire was in the area of Rainbow Cove Monday afternoon. When WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News crews arrived around 5 p.m., they could…

Tips to keep pets cool in the heat

JACKSON, Tenn. -- June 21 is the first day of summer, which means increased temperatures could soon become the norm. Co-founder of Red Fern Animal Shelter in Dresden, Anne Oliver…

Man charged in basketball game shooting faces judge

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A man charged in a double, fatal shooting during a high school basketball game in Humboldt faced a judge. Monday, Jadon Davon Hardiman appeared in court for the murder…

Overnight incident took place at Bolivar station

UPDATE (6/21/22): Bolivar police ID victim, suspect in fatal gas station shooting BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Late Sunday night, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received phone calls, messages, and tips of an alleged shooting that took place…

Learn to Fish Day held at local park

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local kids got the chance to learn a new skill and maybe even form a new hobby. The Jackson Recreation and Parks Department and the Tennessee…

YOLO Bungee offers unique way to work out

JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you're looking for a unique place to work out, we have the place just for you. YOLO Bungee is one of the most fun places you will have working out in a judgment-free environment. They…

Block party to be held in Greenfield

GREENFIELD, Tenn. -- A block party is being held in Greenfield this week. The VBS Block Party is being held at First Baptist Church on Saturday, June 25. The block party will have free food, jumpers, games, and door prizes.…

Video series to teach kids about pollinators

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A new video series is helping teach kids about Tennessee's pollinators. The animated series comes from the Tennessee Department of Transportation, will teach about both pollination and pollinator species, and will be hosted by Polli the Tennessee…

Text-to-911 now available in Obion County

OBION COUNTY, Tenn. -- There is a new way to contact the Obion County Emergency Communications District. The district announced on Monday that it is now able to receive text-to-911. "We want everyone to remember that it is always better…

M. D. Anderson Planetarium July of 2022 schedule

UPDATE: JACKSON, Tenn. -- All shows are cancelled indefinitely due to no air conditioning in the building. EARLIER STORY: JACKSON, Tenn. -- Looking to learn more about our universe right here in Jackson? The University of Memphis Lambuth M. D.…

Camden woman found dead in trailer with no A/C

CAMDEN, Tenn. -- The Benton County Sheriff's Office confirms the death of a local woman. According to dispatch, deputies responded to a report of a deceased female at a Camden residence on Sunday, June 19. Authorities say the woman is…

Annual Juneteenth celebration continues in Humboldt

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. --It's Juneteenth and many celebrations are happening around West Tennessee including in Humboldt. This is the second day for the African American Heritage and Music Festival, Saturday was the first day…

U of M Lambuth plans August 'Movies on the Lawn'

JACKSON, Tenn. --The University of Memphis-Lambuth has outdoor movie nights planned. In August the university will show two films on the lawn. The first film is considered a throw back from 1995, "Jumanji' and will be shown on Thursday, August…

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