FHU says "Welcome Home" to students
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Since March, Freed Hardeman University staff have been getting ready for this week. It's move in week! "It's like studying for the exams," Shannon Sewell, Director of Facilities, said. "We've…
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DSCC releases return to classroom plan
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Dyersburg State Community College announced their plan for keeping students safe during the fall semester. A news release from DCSS says the semester will begin on August 24, with students using virtual options for the first week…
State education commissioner discusses return to school
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn said as of Thursday, about a third of school districts across Tennessee have officially opened. "A third will start next week and the last…
LIVE: Gov. Bill Lee’s press briefing (8/06/20)
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee holds a live media briefing starting at 3 p.m. Central on Thursday, August 6.
116,350 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 1,186 deaths, 5,109 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 116,350 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Thursday, August 6. In addition, 1,186 people have died and 5,109 have been hospitalized. Another 77,558 have recovered. The Tennessee Department of Health…
45 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Madison Co.; two more deaths
JACKSON, Tenn.-- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Dept. confirmed Thursday (Aug. 6) two more deaths due to complications from COVID-19 in Madison Co., bringing the total to 21 deaths. The Health Dept. says they two deaths are a 67-year-old male,…
Precautions in place for Madison County Election Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- When getting out to vote in the state primary and county general election, you're asked to bring your photo ID and your patience. "Just be patient if the…
Senate candidate discusses platform online
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another US Senate candidate virtually discusses his platform, just in time for the election. Dr. George Flinn says he is a physician, businessman and conservative. He says he is loyal…
‘Faces of Our Veterans’ event honors local heroes
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is honoring veterans with a free portrait. The West Tennessee Veterans Coalition is coordinating “Faces of Our Veterans.” On Wednesday, over 30 veterans arrived to have their picture taken for free at American…
Multiplying Good announces Dale Childress as the National Nominee
Leaders Credit Union and WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News are proud to introduce Dale Childress as the national nominee for the Jefferson Award Foundation's Multiplying Good award. Multiplying Good honors community…
Gibson Co. officials discuss safety measures for upcoming election
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- If you're in Gibson County and you're heading to the polls tomorrow, be prepared to take a little longer than normal when casting your ballot. "Each…
Senator Ed Jackson honored with award
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local legislator received a special award. Senator Ed Jackson received the Medallion award from the National Association of Secretaries of State. Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett…
JMCSS mourns after death of six-year-old student
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A school system is mourning following the death of one of their own. The Jackson-Madison County School System says they were made aware of the death of six-year-old Gigi Morse, a student at East Elementary School, on…
School uniforms needed for Madison Co. foster children
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Foster Parent Association is looking for the community's generosity. The association currently has 30 foster children requesting school uniforms for this year. As part of…
Ripley man charged with murder in Haywood County overdose death
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Ripley man is charged with second-degree murder after a Haywood County man died last month of a drug overdose. According to the West Tennessee Drug Task Force, Charlie Zachary Thornton has been arrested in connection…
