The Place of Jackson aims to provide transitional home for women
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Place of Jackson is a new non-profit and transitional home for women located in Jackson. The goal of the organization is to fill in the gaps for…
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FHU rings bell for start of school year
HENDERSON, Tenn. – A bell ringing in Lloyd Auditorium means one thing for students at Freed-Hardeman University: the start of classes. The tolling of the bell signifies the beginning of…
Ribbon-cutting event event held at Century Farm Winery
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A ribbon-cutting event was held at Century Farm Winery. The winery was established by Jo and Carl O'Cain and is presently under the management of Jo's…
School districts share how students are being kept cool on the bus
Amid the heat wave, we reached out to several school districts to see what they are doing to keep students cool while riding the bus: Chester County School District In the Chester County School District, Troy Kilzer says that they…
UT Martin offering ACT workshops
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin is offering ACT workshops. UT Martins says that the ACT workshops are offered are September 2, September 30 and December 2 in Martin, and Oct. 21 at the UTM Parsons Center.…
Press conference held over recent shooting incidents in north Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In response to the recent shooting incidents in north Jackson, a press conference was held addressing park safety. Jackson Mayor Scott Conger, Jackson Chief of Police Thom Corley,…
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…
New unique concept for hotel guests opens in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn.--A new hotel with a concept of being a home away from home is now open in Jackson. Touted as a cross between an apartment and a hotel,…
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…
Hazmat call made in the area of Law Road, Exit 93
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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…
JPD: 1 injured, info sought in Rockwell, Reynold Drive shooting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department shared an update on Monday's shooting and is also asking for your help. Around 8 p.m. on Monday, the Jackson Police Department's officers responded…
