Here's a look back at the top local news of 2023
EAST JACKSON, Tenn.---Whether it brought concern, made you cry or even gave you a little giggle, 2023 has been unique. Here at WBBJ-7, we appreciate the opportunity to deliver the news…
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Early morning shooting in Martin
UPDATE (1/8/2024): Martin Police arrest 2nd suspect in Cadillac’s Bar shooting UPDATE (1/5/24): Man arrested in connection to shooting death at bar MARTIN, Tenn.---A shooting occurred around 1:23 this morning in Martin leaving one dead. According to a press release…
Brownsville to host qualifying round of Tennessee Songwriters Week
PRESS RELEASE VIA WEST TN DELTA HERITAGE CENTER By: Sonia Outlaw-Clark For Immediate Release Brownsville to host qualifying round of Tennessee Songwriters Week BROWNSVILLE TN (December 22, 2023): Signups are officially open for songwriters to take part in the sixth…
Hub City Classic comes to a close
JACKSON, Tenn.---Area Relief Ministries held their last night of the annual Hub City Classic Christmas basketball tournament. High school boys and girls basketball teams near the Jackson area were able to…
JPD: What goes up, must come down!
JACKSON, Tenn.---Reminder, celebratory gunfire can be fatal. The Jackson Police Department is reminding residents that celebratory gunfire is not a safe way to celebrate the holiday. The department took to social media to explain that not only is the practice…
Donation surge hits Goodwill location
JACKSON, Tenn.---Steve Jobs says "The only way to do great work is to love what you do." One business loves giving back to the community. Goodwill retail store is holding their end…
LIFELINE releases list of January 2024 blood drives
LIFELINE Blood Services has announced the list of January mobile blood drives: Food Rite (Armory St.) -Trenton 1/02/2024 12:30p – 5:30p Walgreens -Lexington 1/02/2024 12:30p – 5:30p Walmart -South Jackson 1/02/2024 12:30p – 5:30p Baptist Memorial Hosp. -Union City 1/03/2024…
Police arrest five in connection with multiple robberies in three cities
JACKSON, Tenn.-- The spree of robberies began between December 6 and December 9 when multiple gas stations were robbed at gunpoint by a group of individuals, according to investigators. Two stores on East Chester…
100 Black Men of West Tennessee hold 30th annual Scholarship Benefit Gala
JACKSON, Tenn.--A local organization hosts an event to benefit young men who want to receive a secondary education... Friday evening, the 100 Black Men of West Tennessee organization hosted the 30th annual 'Holiday…
Many new laws to take effect in Tennessee on January 1
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One thing that's certain is change. With 2024 around the corner, there comes changes to our existing laws. Here's a look at some of the new laws that will take effect…
Several Jackson restaurants to keep doors open for New Year holiday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some of your favorite eateries want to satisfy your taste buds for the New Year. 2024 is vastly approaching and it's time to celebrate with a happy tummy. Instead of…
Hub Classic bringing city together for annual basketball tournament
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Players and families from across West Tennessee have gathered for the 11th annual Hub Classic basketball tournament. The tournament started Thursday and goes through Saturday night at Liberty Technology…
Jackson Police announce arrests of suspects in multiple armed robberies
PRESS RELEASE FROM STEPHANIE GRAHAM, CIVILIAN PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER, JACKSON POLICE DEPARTMENT: JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department initiated an investigation into a series of convenience store robberies that started on December 6th, 2023. The suspects continued their criminal…
Savannah Police seek suspect in Thursday night armed robbery
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- The Savannah Police Department is seeking a suspect in an armed robbery. According to police, officers responded to 64 Quickstop at 1014 Pickwick Street around 9:13 p.m. Thursday night…
Annual Jackson Bridal Show returns to Civic Center January 7
PRESS RELEASE VIA DAVE PARKER, 2024 JACKSON BRIDAL SHOW: Brides-to-be and wedding enthusiasts alike are eagerly anticipating the 28th Annual Jackson Bridal Show, set to take place at the iconic Carl Perkins Civic Center on January 7th, 2024. This highly…
