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Dyer County escapee located outside Dollar General

FRIENDSHIP, Tenn. -- Tuesday night, a Dyer County escapee was found outside a Dollar General in Crockett County. According to the Dyer County Sheriff's Office on Facebook, the Crockett County Sheriff's Office was called out to the store in…

Decatur County Fair 2023 officially opens in Parsons

  DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn.-- We're now into August and heading into fall, which means it's Fair Season in west Tennessee. With that, one annual tradition returns for another year. Tuesday evening…

Isaiah 117 House hosts fundraiser

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local nonprofit hosts a fundraiser event. Isaiah 117 House is a nonprofit organization that provides physical and emotional support in a safe and loving home for…

What to do to still have fun amid heat wave

JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the heat wave coming in full force, what are some solutions to still have fun while staying safe? WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Ryan Hodges spoke with some…

Local woman marks 105th birthday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local woman celebrates a special birthday. Miss Mabel Womance turned 105 this year. Her birthday celebration was held at American House - Jackson. Residents, family, and staff…

Salvation Army Named Small Business of the Month

From the Jackson Chamber: Salvation Army Named Small Business of the Month by the Greater Jackson Chamber    JACKSON, TENN. August 22, 2023 – The Greater Jackson Chamber is proud to announce that the Salvation Army has been chosen as the Small Business…

August county commission meeting held Monday

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Madison County officials met Monday evening to discuss significant business matters. Early in the evening, the Madison County commissioners convened for their August meeting. During…

Brenda Douglas Triplett • Golden Years Adult Daycare

Can you share the story behind your business and what inspired you to start it? How does it align with your personal values and the needs of your community? During my 30 years of employment in the nursing field I…

Local students join the STEM cell donor registry

CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- From books and lectures to being a personal hero to someone in need, these students are saying "Yes" to the cause. Freed-Hardeman University students Clark Endsley and…

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