Crockett County church gives away 100 Thanksgiving meals
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- One church in Bells spent Tuesday afternoon passing out Thanksgiving meal boxes to people in need. "We want them to be full of food and full of spirit, and…
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THP stepping up patrols for Thanksgiving
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Patrol is stepping up patrols for Thanksgiving. THP says its Tennessee Safe Travel Challenge is set for Wednesday and Sunday, and will see its troopers focusing their attention on Interstate 40. THP says there…
Local restaurants open on Thanksgiving
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two days until Thanksgiving, and the hunt for turkey and dressing is on. But doesn't it sound so much easier to just skip the giant grocery list all together? If your Thanksgiving plans failed or haven't been…
TDOE seeks input on school funding formula during town hall
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Education is looking for help from you for a new school funding formula. "There is a lot of interest in what can be and…
School holds memorial for student killed in ATV crash
SHARON, Tenn. -- One community came together in the wake of a tragedy. It's Homecoming Week at Sharon Middle School, and Monday night, students and staff held a memorial. According to Weakley County…
RIFA launches Hunger-Free Holiday campaign
JACKSON, Tenn. -- To help their community, RIFA will be hosting their Soup Kitchen on Thanksgiving from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. But that's not all they have planned this holiday season.…
Church collects gifts for kids in Chester County
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A local church is on a mission to make sure every child in its county has a very Merry Christmas. "We're trying to make sure that these kids wake…
Milan police prep for annual Shop with a Cop
MILAN, Tenn. -- With the holidays right around the corner, one police department is spreading some Christmas love. The Milan Police Department is kicking off their annual Shop with a…
After Thanksgiving Hikes return to Tennessee State Parks
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Wanting to walk off your Thanksgiving meal, but not in a crowded shopping center on Black Friday? Tennessee State Parks is hosting just the event for you. State parks across Tennessee will be hosting annual After Thanksgiving…
Poll: Planning to gather with family pre-pandemic style?
Last year's Thanksgiving was hindered by the on-going COVID-19 pandemic. But now, Thanksgiving is almost here again, and many are preparing food, and getting ready to see family. [poll id="444"] Remember to tune in to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News at…
Jackson-Madison County Christmas Parade set for Dec. 6
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Christmas Parade is set for Dec. 6, according to the city. The city says the parade will begin at 6:45 p.m., celebrating "Christmas: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.” “We are thrilled to bring back an…
Dyersburg State Foundation open to donations on Giving Tuesday
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Dyersburg State Foundation is joining in on Giving Tuesday 731. The Dyersburg State Foundation says it will be a part of the fundraising campaign, which is set for Nov. 30. The Foundation says anyone can donate between…
Land Between the Lakes to offer free cedar trees for holidays
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Land Between the Lakes is helping families celebrate the holidays with a free tree. According to a news…
Trenton police investigate Monday morning shooting
TRENTON, Tenn. -- The Trenton Police Department is investigating an early morning shooting that left one man injured. According to authorities, police responded to a location on 10th Street in Trenton around 3:15 a.m. Monday after a report of a…
Good food, family time motivates locals prepping for Thanksgiving
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The countdown to Turkey Day continues to inch close, and Jacksonians are getting ready to celebrate the day of giving. The first thing that comes to mind for many residents…
