Former Benton Co. corrections officer accused of harassing inmates now faces charges
CAMDEN, Tenn. — A former Benton County corrections officer finds himself on the other side of the law. Lawrence Stoner, 48, is accused of…
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Organizers of 2017 Heart Walk host executive breakfast
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in men and women. Dozens gathered Wednesday raising awareness about one of the most important parts of your body — the heart. The American Heart Association held a prayer breakfast as…
UPDATE: Suspect in custody in connection with deadly stabbing
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Authorities release new details in a death investigation at a home in west Jackson. The lights from the TV still flickering in the living room as investigators…
Police: Death investigation underway at home in west Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police investigate a death at a home in west Jackson. Investigators say they found a body inside a home on Glendale Street. Authorities aren't releasing much information right now but say they'll be on the scene all…
Local youth group to host bake sale, yard sale
YORKVILLE, Tenn. --Pick up some tasty treats and new treasures, all to benefit a great cause. The Yorkville Cumberland Presbyterian Church youth group will host a bake sale and yard sale on Saturday, June 24. That'll run from 7:00 a.m.…
Discovery Park of America to host 3rd annual car show
UNION CITY, Tenn. --See some classic vehicles at a free event. Saturday, June 24, Discovery Park of America in Union City will host its 3rd Annual Car Show. That'll run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The show is free,…
Young actors to perform in 'Chicken Little'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Young actors perform in a new show, and you're invited to attend. Friday, June 23, the Junior Performing Arts Camp will present the show "Chicken Little." The show starts at 6 p.m. at The Ned in downtown…
Spruce up your resume at resource fair in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local library will play host to a job resource fair. Wednesday, June 21, the Mobile American Job Center Fair will begin at 10 a.m. at the Jackson-Madison County Public Library's main campus. Job center staff will…
County & city leaders react to judge's ruling against Madison County
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Madison County Chancellor James Butler ruled in the city's favor during an emergency injunction hearing Tuesday, but the battle may be far from over. Tuesday's hearing was…
Keli's Farewell: A look back at some of her most memorable stories
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This is Keli McAlister's last week at WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News. She has covered some of West Tennessee's biggest stories over the last few years. "What was…
Second of three candidates for Trenton Special School District meets board, community
TRENTON, Tenn.-The second of three candidates in the running for the superintendent position of the Trenton Special School District met with the board and community members, Tuesday. Janice Epperson gathered for…
Night two of rehearsals for Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant
JACKSON, Tenn.-Tuesday night is the last night of rehearsals for the contestants in the Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant. The 36 ladies prepared for opening night as they get to ready to…
Woman facing animal cruelty counts makes court appearance
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A woman facing dozens of counts of animal cruelty in Henderson County appears in court Tuesday. Amanda Renfroe, whose trial date is set for July 25, is…
Sheriff Mehr holds community meeting in northeast Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Madison County Sheriff John Mehr held a community meeting Tuesday night, his 28th since taking office, at Ward's Grove Baptist Church in northeast Madison County. People…
Manhunt underway for suspect in home invasions, attacks on elderly
CAMDEN, Tenn. -- An intense manhunt is underway in Camden for one of the men suspected in two home invasions and attacks on the elderly. …
