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Local high school theatre department to present "The Lightning Thief"
MILAN, Tenn.--A local school's theatre department is putting the finishing touches on an upcoming on stage performance. A rehearsal was held Monday evening for Milan High School's production of "The Lightning Thief."…
Police officers interact with local students in Officer Mentorship event
JACKSON, Tenn.--Local students had a chance to interact with Jackson police officers in a unique way. Monday afternoon, a group of officers visited Jackson Central-Merry Early College High participating in a mentorship…
A shooting in a West Tennessee town results in a school going on lockdown, business evacuated
HUNTINGDON, Tenn.-- We were first notified of a shooting in Huntingdon by a WBBJ 7 Eyewitness news tipster. We traced the information to the scene of the shooting. It was here where we briefly…
Decatur Co. Sheriff's Office launches 'Are You Okay' program for seniors
DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Decatur County Sheriff's Office has noticed that the elders in their community has been under represented. The new "Are You Okay" program checks on elderly people to make…
Semi and car wreck halts I-40 traffic Monday
UPDATE (2/27/24): Family pet ‘Rosco’ located after fleeing from I-40 wreck HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A wreck halted interstate traffic early Monday afternoon. A WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Tipster alerted us to the collision…
The Ned Teen Theatre performs play for assisted living centers
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Beware the ides of march, as teens of the West Tennessee area take a certain play on the road. The Ned Teen Theatre will be performing Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" on the…
Winners announced for the 2024 Hendrix Scholarship Competition at Bethel University
PRESS RELEASE FROM BETHEL UNIVERSITY: McKenzie - February 26, 2024 - Bethel University is thrilled to announce the winners of the Hendrix Scholarship Competition. After a rigorous selection process, Jayden Hendricks from Cottontown, TN, and Lauryn Russell from Paris, TN,…
Family pet dies in fire destroying Milan home
MILAN, Tenn. -- We were informed by a WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News tipster around 10 p.m. Sunday of a fire that took place in Milan on Pierce Street. We spoke to Milan Fire Department's…
Wanted man arrested after brief standoff at Jackson motel
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A man wanted for months in the Jackson area has been arrested, officials confirm. According to the Fugitive Apprehension Street Team (F.A.S.T.) -- comprised of a team of…
'Holy Graffiti' event draws volunteers to Isaiah 117 House
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Words have lasting power on people emotionally, intellectually and physically. This organization continues to change lives one prayer at a time. Isaiah 117 House in Gibson County…
Local non-profit celebrates 14 Years of Service to the community
JACKSON, Tenn.---A local non-profit celebrates 14 years of providing hope to those in need. The Women of Hope organization hosted an anniversary celebration today. The event was held at…
Church service celebrates Black History Month
JACKSON, Tenn.---One local church celebrates Black History month. Brown's Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Jackson celebrated Black History month with a special service. The service took place at 11…
Bailey to headline annual Creative Writing Workshop Feb. 29
PRESS RELEASE: Union University CONTACT: Tim Ellsworth, Associate VP for University Communications, Union University FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Feb. 19, 2024 Bailey to headline annual Creative Writing Workshop Feb. 29 JACKSON, Tenn. — English professor and novelist Christine Bailey will be…
Fundraiser brings island vibes to the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn.---One local event guarantees to take you to the beach. The Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse hosted its 30th annual Blue Suede Dinner…
