Valentine's Day themed blood drive held to save lives
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services hosted their Gift from the Heart blood drive. Thursday, donors received a themed t-shirt and a free box of chocolates. All donors had the opportunity…
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Do the Write Thing competition begins
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual local writing competition kicked off on Thursday. The Jackson Do the Write Thing challenge kick off event was held at Bemis Middle School. Organizers…
24-hour mobile clinic brings health care to homes
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There is a new way to access professional medical care without ever leaving your home. Kem Holliday launched her business, KKT Mobile Solutions on February 1. Holliday offers a 24-hour mobile clinic that can come to your…
Icy roads lead to bumpier rides in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After last week's icy storms, the roads could now present some problems. The street department says they work everyday at repairing potholes in Jackson. When they find a pothole…
FHU Theatre bringing two productions to stage this month
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University Theatre is preparing for a double-dose of productions this month. FHU Theatre will present…
Red Cross holds open house for potential volunteers
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local non-profit opened its door on Thursday, inviting the public to volunteer to join its mission of helping people in times of need. The Mid…
City to pull recycling bins ahead of Jackson Recycling Center opening
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson announces the Health and Sanitation Department will be pulling the recycling bins from all three locations by the end of February. According to a news release, this is in order to compete maintenance…
Search on for new Director of Schools
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee school system is looking for a new director. According to a news release, the Director of Schools for Weakley County Schools, Randy Frazier, is planning to retire by the end of the school…
Kyle Barron joins Greater Jackson Chamber as Chief Community Development Officer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Greater Jackson Chamber is announcing a new addition to their team. Kyle Barron, Ed.D., is joining the Chamber as their new chief community development officer. A West Tennessee transplant who currently lives in Jackson, Barron most…
Hundreds of dogs to compete at Jackson Fairgrounds in March
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hundreds of dogs will be making their way to the Hub City for a special event next month. The Jackson Tennessee Dog Fanciers Association and the Tupelo Kennel Club are joining to present their All-Breed Dog Show.…
West TN songwriter to hold EP release party in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local artist is preparing to share her new music with the community. Singer/songwriter Emily McGill will hold an EP release party at Hub City Brewing in Jackson. The night-full of entertainment will feature performances from McGill,…
Man found after fleeing from law enforcement
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- One man has been apprehended after escaping the police in handcuffs. Early Wednesday afternoon, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received a tip of a search going on in Rutherford.…
Dinner held to support West Tennessee camp
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A special fundraiser was held Wednesday to benefit an upcoming camp. Freed-Hardeman University held a fundraising meal to raise funds for their Mid-South Youth Camp. Past campers and…
FHU breaks enrollment record once again
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University has once again set an enrollment record. A news release says this is the third consecutive year that a record has been set for the spring semester.…
Fire department installs signs for emergencies, smoke detectors
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local fire department will install a new address sign for you so that they can easily spot your residence in case of an emergency. The…
