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JPD: No charges to be filed after pedestrian struck

The following is an unedited news release sent to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News by the Jackson Police Department: "On 11/22/23 at approximately 1330hrs, The Jackson Police Department officers responded to a call of a pedestrian being struck in the southbound…

Early morning fire claims life in Benton County

BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- An early morning fire claims a life in Benton County. According to Benton County Sheriff's Office Dispatch, authorities responded to a report of a residential structure fire. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirms the fire occurred…

Local holiday market raises money for St. Jude

JACKSON, Tenn.---Amelia Earhart once said, "A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees." One young lady steps up…

Black Friday sales wind down in the Hub City

JACKSON, Tenn.---Last call! Shoppers are out and about catching deals while they still can. The Black Friday sales end for most stores today. Academy Sports was one of many…

Holiday events are gearing up in West TN

JACKSON, Tenn.---Holiday fun everywhere you turn! The holiday season is here and West Tennessee has so many fun activities to offer! Several local towns are hosting special Christmas activities all season long. And of course, it's time for Christmas parades!…

Ballet Arts prepares for its latest production

JACKSON, Tenn.---"No one to impress, nothing to lose. But the poor tell stories too." Get ready for the time of your life because they are about to take flight. Ballet Arts gave…

Giving Tuesday returns in West TN

JACKSON, Tenn. —A day of giving returns to the 7-3-1! This coming Tuesday, November 28, marks Giving Tuesday 731. This annual fundraiser is comprised of over 35 non-profit organizations (verified 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofits) from all across West TN. [caption id="attachment_1727541"…

Oldfather, UTM choir set to perform with Jackson Symphony

PRESS RELEASE VIA UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE AT MARTIN FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 21, 2023 David Snow, UTM, Office of University Relations OLDFATHER, UTM CHOIR TO PERFORM WITH JACKSON SYMPHONY MARTIN, Tenn. – The UTM Choir and Caroline Oldfather, a May…

Vehicle runs into Clarksburg Supermarket causing damage

CLARKSBURG, Tenn. -- A vehicle ran into the Clarksburg Supermarket Friday afternoon. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received the report from a tipster that a vehicle crashed into the building around noon. Our crew arrived to find first responders on…

Morning fire leads to total loss of home in east Madison County

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Fire Department responded to a residential fire in east Madison County around 3:30 a.m. In a Facebook post, the department says the fire fully involved a single story home. The department says…

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