Thousands trunk-or-treat at Jackson Generals Ballpark
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thousands of West Tennesseans celebrated Halloween at the ballpark at Jackson, making it one of the largest trunk or treat events ever sponsored by the city of Jackson…
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Jackson Generals Ballpark shines blue lights for law enforcement
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Organizers of the Jackson-Madison County trunk or treat had a special tribute for law enforcement Saturday night. The stadium was lit in all blue as the crowd recognized first responders…
Witches fill streets for cancer research at annual ride
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. — Witches and goblins filled the streets Saturday morning in Crockett County. The second annual Witch Ride brought out dozens in support of cancer awareness. Witches dressed in elaborate…
Zombies invade ballpark for domestic violence awareness
JACKSON, Tenn -- Zombies took over the Jackson Generals ballpark Saturday morning. For the fourth year in a row WRAP hosted its annual 5K in support of domestic violence awareness month, but this…
Police search for suspect in late afternoon stabbing in north Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police are searching for a man who stabbed another man late Friday afternoon in north Jackson and then fled the scene. Officers told WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News the victim was stabbed…
Lincoln Elementary students release balloons for National Red Ribbon Week
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local elementary school is doing its part to take a stand against drug and alcohol abuse as well as bullying and domestic violence. As a part of National Red Ribbon…
Paris-Henry Co. Chamber hosts active shooter survival training
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Officials say there have been nearly 200 mass shootings in the United States since the turn of the century. And recent shootings, such as the one…
Principal shaves head after students raise money for cancer research
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students at Thelma Barker Elementary School made a wager with their principal — and let's just say he lost that bet. In a quest to raise $2,500 for Relay…
Police offer Halloween safety tips as families prepare for trick-or-treating
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Along with skipping those houses with the lights out, there are other things parents can do to make sure their kids stay safe on the scariest night…
King Jewelers cuts ribbon on 2nd location in downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- King Jewelers celebrates the grand opening to its second location in downtown Jackson. The store hosted a ribbon cutting party Friday. The event brought out many West Tennesseans…
Henry Co. Sheriff's Office gives away inmate-grown turnip greens
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Some folks are eating well after the Henry County Sheriff's Office gave away around 200 bags of turnip greens. The inmate garden just harvested the greens from their fall garden…
UPDATE: Police investigate report of student sexual misconduct at school for deaf
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police are investigating a report of sexual misconduct between students at the West Tennessee School for the Deaf in Jackson. Lt. Derick Tisdale with the Jackson Police…
Dept. of Correction officers to check sex offenders Halloween night
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The state is working to keep kids safe this Halloween. The Tennessee Department of Correction will check on thousands of sex offenders this holiday season to make sure…
Guilty verdict reached for gunman in 2015 murder case
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After almost eight hours of deliberations, a Madison County jury convicts 21-year-old Christopher Lyles of murder. Friday morning, the jury returned to the courtroom to view police…
West Tenn. Healthcare pharmacist receives national award
JACKSON, Tenn.-Congratulations to one of West Tennessee Healthcare's pharmacists. Courtney Cockrill Guinn has received the 20-16 Andrew Foster Young Investigator Award on research performed while at the hospital. The honor is handed…
