Clark Shaw's legacy honored with dedication
JACKSON, Tenn. -- City leaders are honoring the legacy of a Jackson business owner. "We miss him every day," said Old Country Store Owner Brooks Shaw. "It's constant reminders that he's,…
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5 deaths, 361 cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has confirmed five more Madison County residents have died due to COVID-19 complications. Those residents are: a 73-year-old woman, who died Aug. 13 a 56-year-old man, who died Aug. 14 a…
Officials seek public input on Hub City improvements
JACKSON, Tenn. -- City leaders have a blueprint to better the quality of life for Jacksonians. City officials are looking to create new ways to improve the Hub City, and…
Westview sophomore selected for 2022 Special Olympics USA games
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A special announcement was made at Westview High School in Martin on Thursday. Students gathered in the gymnasium for what they thought was only a pep rally. "Special…
Lane, Union students share what college is like in a pandemic
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's the start of a new semester for students at Lane College and Union University. For some students, it's a new environment with new protocols and precaution due…
Congressman Kustoff talks infrastructure bill, Afghanistan
JACKSON, Tenn. -- WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News sat down with Congressman David Kustoff to talk about his thoughts on President Joe Biden's infrastructure bill and Afghanistan. Kustoff shared his thoughts about US…
Pastors pray for school year, city at Liberty Tech High School
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local group of pastors held a prayer circle at Liberty Technology Magnet High School. Community members gathered at the high school Thursday morning to pray over the school year and the City of Jackson. The…
Dyersburg police charge juvenile with assault on a first responder
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Dyersburg police say a juvenile has been charged with assault on a first responder. A news release from Dyersburg police says officers responded to Byars Street over a possible burglary in progress. Officers say three people…
Community invited to groundbreaking for new solar farm
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A solar startup company is planning groundbreaking ceremony in Jackson. Clearloop announced that a ceremony will be held for its new 1 megawatt solar farm on Sept. 2.…
West Tennessean honored by Tennessee Health Care Association
FRANKLIN, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee woman was honored by the Tennessee Health Care Association. According to a news release, THCA named AHC West Tennessee Transitional Care Activity Director Sheila Willis the Activity Coordinators of Tennessee Member of the Year.…
UTM welcomes students back with annual 'Move-In Mania'
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin is kicking off the new school year with the annual Move-In Mania. Thursday morning, student organizations and community groups gathered at…
Local pastors gather to pray over new school year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local group of pastors held a prayer circle at Liberty Tech High School. Community members gathered at the high school Thursday morning to pray over the school year and the City of Jackson. The group meets…
Helping Hands hosting free medical, dental clinic Friday and Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Helping Hands of Tennessee is getting ready to host a free medical and dental clinic in Jackson. The organization is providing medical and dental services this weekend at Historic…
JMCSS responds to concerns about masking requirements
JACKSON, Tenn.-- With COVID-19 cases increasing, there have been some concerns from health officials about making masks optional for students in the Jackson-Madison County School System. In a news conference Wednesday, Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department director Kim Tedford revealed…
West Tennessean crowned 'TOPS 2020 Weight Loss Queen'
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A local woman has been crowned queen for her successful weight loss journey. "It's been fun all through the years. I have really enjoyed it, and I am still enjoying it,"…
