COVID-19 pandemic impacts local business
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As coronavirus cases continue to rise across the state, people are self-quarantining to prevent its spread. Due to the coronavirus, local small businesses are being affected. Owner of…
Local News
Residents enjoy day of warmer weather
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Despite coronavirus concerns, people headed out to a local park for a day of fun. The weather early on Saturday was warm and sunny, and people didn't let the day get…
Dyesburg State to continue classes online through May
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Dyersburg State Community College announced all classes will continue to be online through May 8. Students will continue to meet with their classes through eLearn and the Zoom during their normal class times, according to the release.…
1,373 COVID-19 cases confirmed in TN, 6 deaths, 118 hospitalizations
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed a total of 1,373 cases of COVID-19 in the state on Saturday, March 28. In addition, six people have died and 118 are hospitalized. The report shows the following numbers: Anderson County – 5…
26 tested, 1 positive for COVID-19 at Physicians Quality Care
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Physicians Quality Care says they tested another 26 patients for coronavirus, with one returning as positive. A news release from Physicians Quality Care says the positive case is a non-resident of Madison County. Over 130 people have…
Gov. Lee expects ‘significant’ unemployment pay boost
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee says he expects a “significant increase” to unemployment payout amounts for people out of work due to the coronavirus pandemic because of congressional legislation. Lee told reporters Friday he doesn't know the…
Weekend test sites open as businesses adjust to social distancing
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For people experiencing symptoms of coronavirus, there are multiple testing sites available in the Hub City. Jackson Clinic north is one of many. "That location is serving as our respiratory…
Teachers hold mobile parade for students
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- In a time of crisis, the community came together to hold a special parade. Teachers and school staff took to the streets as a way to say hello to their students.…
Hub City teachers host parade for students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Teachers and staff in the Hub City came together Friday to show their support for school children. Faculty and staff from Jackson Career and Technology and Isaac Lane came together to hold a parade for their students.…
Greenfield School parades the streets for students
GREENFIELD, Tenn. -- While many students now study from home after schools closed their doors to slow the spread of COVID-19, teachers and staff at one Weakley County school safely make the…
Chester Co. Junior High School debuts video for students
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Chester County Junior High School unveiled a video for its students. Principal Dr. Belinda Anderson asked faculty members to send in video of themselves clapping. The videos were then collected and made into a music video, featuring…
Local gas station makes donation to Bolivar police
BOLIV AR, Tenn. -- A local business donated personal protective equipment to the Bolivar Police Department this week. Donations included masks, hand sanitizer and gloves. Bolivar Police Department Chief Michael Jones says that…
Local man promotes support of healthcare workers
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread across the globe, many people are thanking healthcare workers fighting to keep you safe. Friday, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News reporter Julia Ewoldt spoke…
Educators gather for parade in local town
RUTHERFORD, Tenn. -- Educators in West Tennessee system came together for a parade Friday afternoon. Educators, principals and school staff took to the streets for some fun and more. Teachers say they wanted the students to know they are still…
Conference provides updates on COVID-19 in Madison Co.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The third positive COVID-19 patient in Madison County is a 73-year-old who traveled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin within the last couple of weeks. "She is self-isolated, self-quarantined at home. She's…
