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Virtual academy to offer enrollment through Union

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A first of its kind partnership has become available for Jackson-Madison County School System students. According to a news release, the school system's K-12 CyberSchool Jackson Academic STEAM Academy will partner…

Children to able to audition for 'Peter Pan Jr.'

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The chance to be in the Peter Pan story is coming up! The Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center Children and Teen Theatre say they will be holding auditions in early November for "Peter Pan…

THP: Sunday morning crash leaves 1 dead, 1 injured

JACKSON, Tenn. -- It has been confirmed that one person was killed during a two-vehicle crash Sunday morning. The Tennessee Highway Patrol released a crash report stating that a Ford Freestar and a Hyundai Sonata collided while traveling on State…

Events this week in West Tennessee: Oct. 24-30

Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Pumpkin patches (click here) Haunted attractions (click here) Trunk or Treats (click here) Thursday, October 27 "Sweeney Todd" @…

Two-vehicle wreck slows traffic in north Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police are investigating a multi-car crash that happened in north Jackson Sunday evening. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received a call about the crash just after 6:30 p.m.…

Local volunteer firefighters host fun community event

CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn.--The Terry Volunteer Fire Department showed their appreciation to the community with a fun event for families. They embraced the spooky season by hosting a trunk or treat. Members of the community donated the candy, while others came…

Literary event showcases words of art

JACKSON, Tenn.--The Griot Collective brought a new event to Jackson. It's Black Southern Writers and the American Experiment. The event presented poets, writers, and other artists of the pen to come and share their works of word. The occasion brought…

The annual celebratory Buddy Walk returns

JACKSON, Tenn.--Members of the community gathered together on Saturday to celebrate and bring awareness to the down syndrome community with activities and a 2 lap walk. "This is a yearly event. October, of course, is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month.…

West TN foundation introduces its program to Jackson youth

JACKSON, Tenn. --One foundation had their first ever orientation meeting for youth in the Jackson community. The Eric Beasley Foundation Enrichment Program is a six week program that focuses on interpersonal skills, life, leadership and health and wellness. Youth…

Event celebrates the recoveries of past and present

JACKSON, Tenn. --For years they've been helping people with recovery and today was the opportunity to recognize current and past members of the program. Aspell Recovery Center is hosting their annual Soberstock, to recognize those who've recovered, are recovering and…

Boos, Bands, and Bingo held at Jackson Country Club

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Service League hosted their Boos, Bands, and Bingo fundraiser event on Friday. Boos, Bands, and Bingo allowed guests to come in Halloween costumes and enjoy a live band, bingo, a costume contest, open bar, and…

Two car crash occurs on Highway 412

HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Two cars collided on Highway 412 outside of Lexington on Friday. Two vehicles collided around 4 p.m. on Highway 412 west of Lexington. The crash occurred in front of Sand Ridge Baptist Church. The crash had…

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