West Alley BBQ & Smokehouse announces move to Columns
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A downtown Jackson restaurant is moving north. West Alley BBQ & Smokehouse has been in its current location for five years, and now they want to expand. They…
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Jackson-Madison Co. Library hosts heating safety workshop
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fire Department and Jackson-Madison County Library are working to keep you safe in the cold weather. The library hosted a home heating workshop Tuesday, with topics including heating…
Dyersburg police investigate shooting outside grocery store
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Police need your help after a shooting outside a grocery store. Dyersburg police say the driver of a white Pontiac Grand Prix shot at at least two men who spoke to the driver of the Pontiac.…
Lifeline Blood Services 'dangerously low' on all types
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lifeline Blood Services is issuing an emergency plea for blood donors. Lifeline says the blood supply is currently dangerously low on all types. All eligible blood donors are urged to give blood this week. Donors can give…
Health departments to offer free flu shots Dec. 5
JACKSON, Tenn. -- County health departments across the state will offer free flu shots during an upcoming event. Free flu shots will be available to everyone on Dec. 5. You do not need an appointment to get the flu shot…
Jackson radio host, businessman Bill Way dies at 74
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A renowned local businessman and radio host has died. Bill Way passed away just before 7 a.m. Tuesday, his family has confirmed. He was 74 years old. Way, a…
Shoppers still had a chance to catch deals on Cyber Monday
JACKSON, Tenn.--Some Cyber Monday shoppers took advantage of today's deals saving themselves hundreds of dollars. Some Cyber Monday shoppers took advantage of today's deals saving themselves hundreds of dollars. "I…
Fallen soldiers to be honored at Shiloh with National Wreaths Across America Day
SHILOH, Tenn.--One local national park is preparing to honor our fallen soldiers for the holidays. Shiloh National Military Park will participate in the National Wreaths Across America Day. The ceremony will begin December 15 at 11 a.m. The park will…
New UT System Interim President Randy Boyd visits Martin campus
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin welcomed new Interim President Randy Boyd Monday on his first day in office. "It's incredibly rewarding to be able to give…
Weekend house fire investigated as arson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A weekend house fire in east Jackson is suspected to be arson, according to the Jackson Fire Department. Fire officials say crews responded around 3:45 p.m. Friday to the home in the 100 block of Vance Street. The…
Experts offer tips to keep your holiday deliveries safe
TRENTON, Tenn. -- With holiday shopping in full swing, many shoppers will have packages delivered. "The postal service is projecting that we will deliver more than 9 million packages this year between…
Committee makes changes to superintendent evaluation form
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Superintendent Evaluation Committee met Monday, with one purpose. "The superintendent evaluation was 70 questions long. Condense it, make it a little bit more manageable," Jackson-Madison County…
City of Humboldt celebrates Christmas on Main this week
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- One local town is gearing up for a holiday celebration. The city of Humboldt will host its annual Christmas on Main event this week. The city will celebrate the season with a tree lighting, reindeer food, letters…
WBBJ thanks viewers for 10K followers on Instagram
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In an update from our web department, the WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Instagram account reached 10,000 followers this weekend. We often share behind-the-scenes photos, viral videos and other fun things on our account. You can find us…
TN State Parks offer winter discounts
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you're hoping to take a holiday vacation, Tennessee State Parks are offering a discount this season. The parks are offering a 25 percent discount for cabin and room rentals between Dec. 1 and Feb. 28. The…
