Humboldt baker competes on Food Network show
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A baker from Humboldt competed on Wednesday night's episode of "Bakers vs. Fakers" on the Food Network. "I started baking when I was probably 8 years old…
Local News
Mayors Gist & Harris speak out on county's lawsuit against city of Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two mayors are speaking out after Madison County files a lawsuit against the city of Jackson. It started after a vote from City Council members to redirect…
Hub City optimistic about summer visitors, new attractions
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Baseball and softball tournaments are in full swing, and the coming weekend will be no exception. West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex will be filled for a weekend of competition. "For Jackson and Madison County, the ballgames that are…
Hardeman Co. Chamber to host festival in Bolivar
BOLIVAR, Tenn. --Have fun at a weekend festival, featuring music, food, and games. Friday, June 2 and Saturday, June 3, the Hardeman County Chamber of Commerce will present "Bolivar or Bust." Friday night, enjoy music on the square, eat tasty…
Visit historic homes in Brownsville during weekend tours
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. --Visit historic homes right here in west Tennessee. On Saturday, June 3, The Haywood Heritage Foundation will host its First Historic Home Tour. That'll run from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Brownsville. All of the homes on…
Two vehicles crash in parking lot of north Jackson restaurant
JACKSON, Tenn. --Police respond to a crash in the parking lot of a north Jackson restaurant. Police say it happened around 9:00 p.m. Wednesday at TGI Friday's. Officers say a pickup truck and sedan were involved in the crash. Police…
Area church holds another weekly community prayer event
JACKSON, Tenn.-Members of the Campbell Street Church of Christ held their weekly community prayer event, Wednesday evening. This week, the event was held at Northeast Middle School as members and people of…
Friendship police commissioner indicted, accused of dealing drugs
FRIENDSHIP, Tenn. -- A suspected drug dealer is off the streets in Crockett County, but who the suspect is has many in shock. Johnny…
New building dedicated for 'Keep My Hood Good' organization
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A place to help youth in the Hub City opens a permanent residence. The "Keep My Hood Good" building now has a permanent location on Riverside Drive…
Community asks for help in renovating historic Milan Polk Enrichment Center Gymnasium
MILAN, Tenn. -- In Gibson County the community is asking for your help to renovate the Milan Polk Clark Enrichment Center's gymnasium. Although the school closed in 1996, the building is…
Humboldt Post Office marks 100 years
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The Humboldt Post Office is marking quite the anniversary this year. The Humboldt Historical Society celebrated Wednesday to honor the building's 100th year. They also rededicated the building and shared photos…
Over 40,000 still without power in Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The holiday weekend storms may be over, but the effects are still being felt in the city of Memphis. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News traveled to the Bluff City Wednesday to talk to residents. Memphis Light, Gas and Water…
Know state fishing rules so you don't catch a charge on the water
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities said two Tennessee men face criminal charges after reportedly being caught with fish over the legal limit. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency said follow…
Fitness center focuses on senior adult health
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As the month of June approaches, it won't be long before the temperatures rise to that level of summer heat that could be dangerous to…
Friendship police commissioner charged with selling, delivering drugs
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- An undercover drug investigation lands a local police commissioner behind bars. Johnny Elmore, 77, was indicted Tuesday by…
