Local collaborative workspace offers over $10,000 grand prize
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local collaborative workspace is asking people in West Tennessee to submit their business ideas for a chance to win a $10,000 prize. theCo in west Jackson is issuing…
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Local church's bell tower being restored
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A 55-year-old church in Lexington is being restored after weathering a few storms. "People look to that bell tower," First Baptist Church in Lexington Senior Pastor Clay Hallmark said.…
Deputies seek leads in string of overnight thefts in Crockett County
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Crockett County Sheriff's Department is asking the public for help after a rash of recent thefts throughout the county. Imagine waking up to find out your…
THP asks Tennesseans to vote for their cruisers in national contest
JACKSON, Tenn. -- For the fourth year in a row, the Tennessee Highway Patrol has entered a contest held by the American Association of State Troopers. The contest is for "America's…
Man charged with pushing undercover agent from moving truck
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A man faces an attempted murder charge after officers say he pushed an undercover agent out of a moving vehicle after a controlled drug buy. [caption id="attachment_225840" align="alignleft"…
Attend a luau-themed fundraiser for local organization
JACKSON, Tenn. --Grab your hula skirt for an evening of fun. The Down Syndrome Association of West Tennessee will host a luau fundraiser on Saturday, August 12. That'll run from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. at Elks Lodge in Jackson. Attendees…
Friends of the NRA to host "Gun-O-Rama"
JACKSON, Tenn. --Enter to win a new gun at an upcoming fundraiser. Friends of the National Rifle Association will host "Gun-O-Rama" on Saturday, August 12. That'll run from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Range USA of Jackson. At the…
Eat a hearty meal and help a local church at fundraiser
SAVANNAH, Tenn. --Help a local church raise money at a tasty fundraiser. Saturday, August 12, The Apostolic Center in Savannah will host a spaghetti plate dinner. That'll run from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the church. Plates are $5…
Free puppet show to be held in local park
SELMER, Tenn. --Have fun at a free show, perfect for families with young children. Fourth Street Church of Christ in Selmer will host Puppets in the Park on Saturday, August 12. That'll run from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at…
ComeUnity Café to host back-to-school brunch
JACKSON, Tenn. --Enjoy a healthy brunch to kick off your school year. Saturday, August 12, The ComeUnity Café in Jackson will host a back-to-school meal. That'll run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All proceeds from the meal go to…
TSSAA football officials prepare for start of season
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- High school football players are not the only ones looking forward to showing off their colors. Game officials are also preparing to put on their stripes for…
Revamped venue preparing to welcome weekly wrestling to Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.-A new wrestling era is preparing to start soon in Humboldt. American Hostile Championship Wrestling has been remodeling a building for some time now. They have been focusing on getting the building…
Family pastor reacts after judge denies motion to further delay trial in Holly Bobo case
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News talks to a spokesperson for the family of Holly Bobo after the trial for one of her accused killers was almost pushed…
Doctors remind you to protect your eyes during eclipse
JACKSON, Tenn. — A solar eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. "The temperature will drop, animals will freak out because they think it's nighttime," Nerdvana owner Paul Simer said. "It's just going to be a really unique experience." A solar eclipse…
Closure of Jackson floor manufacturer impacts local sawmills
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Armstrong Flooring's announcement to close their Jackson plant is impacting not only those who will be laid off, but also companies who have worked with them through…
