2022 Tennessee Soybean Festival kicks off in Martin
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The 2022 Tennessee Soybean Festival is underway in Martin. Since 1994, the festival is held annually featuring a variety of activities, events and entertainment, all in the spirit…
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Jackson police investigate shooting, stabbing near Casey Jones Motel
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two people have been hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after a shooting and stabbing in Jackson early Monday morning. The Jackson Police Department says officers responded to shots fired in the area of Casey Jones Motel around 3:45…
Fentanyl found on cash at Camden business, police say
CAMDEN, Tenn. -- Police say a business in Camden received money from a customer that contained fentanyl. According to the Benton County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to assist a local business on Sunday, September 4. A caller stated that an…
33 animals rescued from 'desperate conditions' in Hardeman County
POCAHONTAS, Tenn. -- Animal Rescue Corps rescued 33 animals from desperate conditions at a property in Pocahontas, Tennessee. The rescue came after Hardeman County Animal Control responded to a tip that multiple dogs exhibiting signs of mange and poor…
African Street Festival closes with Soulful Sunday
JACKSON, Tenn. --It's an annual event that brings hundreds to the Hub city to learn more about African culture. WBBJ-7 Eyewitness news takes us to Oman Arena for the final day of…
Hub City Flea Market returns with deals
JACKSON, Tenn. --A local flea market returns to the Hub city. The Hub City Flea Market is back at the fairgrounds. This is the first time the flea market…
Jackson gears up for Second Community Clean-Up Day
JACKSON, Tenn. –Second Community Cleanup Day planned. According to the City of Jackson and Jackson Sanitation Department the second Community Cleanup Day will be held this month. On September 17,…
Carroll Co. Chamber celebrates a century with local businesses
CARROLL CO. Tenn. –One county recognizes 100 year milestones of local businesses. In celebration of Carroll County’s bicentennial the Chamber of Commerce will recognize area businesses that have been in operation for a century or more. …
Community members take a ride to help out a local family
LEXINGTON, Tenn. --Get on your bikes and ride! A group of motorists hit the road to help their neighbors in need. Several motorists came together to raise money for a…
The Wiz, Jr. hits the stage for one final performance
JACKSON, Tenn. --The Wiz Jr. has eased on down the road to the Ned McWherter stage. The play started on September 1st and will run until 7 tonight. There was a…
Annual African Street Festival celebrates day two in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. --An annual festival continues in east Jackson, bringing many from all over West Tennessee. It's day two of the 32nd annual African Street Festival. Many people browsed what the vendors…
Lifeline Blood Services announces drives for September 2022
Lifeline Blood Services has released its list of upcoming blood drives in West Tennessee for September. This month’s locations and times include: First United Methodist Church – Paris 9/1/2022 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Save-A-Lot – McKenzie 9/2/2022 12:00…
Lane College plans two day gospel event
JACKSON, Tenn. –According to information from Lane College, a special two-day gospel event will be held at the college this month. The event will kick-off on Wednesday, September 14 at 5:30 p.m. with the Lane College Gospel Explosion featuring Lane…
Day 1 of African Street Festival brings fun, culture to the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual festival returns to east Jackson. The 32nd African Street Festival has returned to the Oman Arena. The festival has a variety of vendors…
National Preparedness Month: Planning ahead could save your life
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The month of September marks National Preparedness Month, and with severe weather and floods happening across the country, there are ways you can prepare for the unexpected. "This is the time where we encourage people to make…
