Butterflies released to remember loved ones
JACKSON, Tenn. - Aseracare of Jackson celebrated the lives of lost loved ones this year. Aseracare takes care of patients who are terminally ill, whether it's at their homes or in…
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Caty Davis is Miss Tennessee 2017
JACKSON, Tenn. - "But I finally achieved the title of my dreams so I'm very, very excited," Caty Davis, Miss Tennessee 2017, said. Davis was crowned last night as…
Miss Tennessee Pageant week ends with the final competition
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The big night has arrived... "Go Christine. Let's win this thing," said Steven Williamson. Pageant attendees line the street at…
Annual golf tournament benefits Teen Challenge Center
JACKSON, Tenn. - People gathered at the Shiloh golf course Saturday morning to test more than their swing. The Teen Challenge Center hosted it's 2nd annual golf tournament with all money benefiting…
Generals grill jumbo shrimp on Princess and Pirates Night
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Dawel Lugo's solo homer seals win over Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp. Final score 3-1.
Friends and family remember Minister Willie Love Jr.
JACKSON, Tenn. - Friends and family came together to celebrate the late Minister Willie Love Jr. This is the second year Love's friends and family have gathered at the Regional Inter-Faith Association…
Jackson Shred event protects identities, environment
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The 10th annual Jackson Shred Event took place Saturday morning at Jackson Fairgrounds Park. "It has been fantastic," said Cynthia Wiel, director of consumer affairs…
Keli's Farewell: Co-workers say goodbye
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As longtime WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News anchor Keli McAlister finished her final days at the station, her co-workers took a moment to share their goodbyes and best wishes…
Miss Tennessee preliminary round winners-Night 3
JACKSON, Tenn.-Here are the results from night three's preliminary round of Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant. Friday evening, the winner in the swimsuit competition was Miss Lexington, Katy Davis and in the talent competition, Miss Chattanooga, Sarah Harris was the winner.…
Behind the scenes of the Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant
JACKSON, Tenn -- As the Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant entered the third night and final night of preliminary competitions, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News took a look behind the scenes of what…
West Tenn. lawyer disbarred two years after conviction of tampering with evidence
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn.-A Gibson County lawyer is disbarred nearly two years after she was convicted of tampering with evidence. Edythe Christie was suspended from practicing law in September 2015. One month later,…
"A Few Good Men" program helps young men reach their full potential
MILAN, Tenn.-Members of a special program for students, and their mentors were honored, Friday night. Entering its third year, "A Few Good Men" gives young men, ages 4 to 18,…
Man accused of robbing south Jackson business facing count of aggravated robbery
JACKSON, Tenn.-The man accused of robbing the Money Now store on South Highland Avenue in south Jackson was in court, Friday. Harold Anthony Junior allegedly threatened to kill an employee, after he was refused a loan on June 6. An…
Officers promoted at the Martin Police Department
MARTIN, Tenn.-Two officers were promoted Friday at the Martin Police Department. Captain Phillip Fuqua was promoted to Assistant Chief and Lieutenant Eric Reed was promoted to Patrol Captain. Both have been…
RIFA receives contribution from Walmart Foundation
JACKSON, Tenn.-Helping feed local students, RIFA received a $35,000 check from the Walmart Foundation, Friday, contributing to the group's "Snack Backpack Program", in the Hub City. In all, 14 non-profits in…
