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Dyesburg State to continue classes online through May

DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Dyersburg State Community College announced all classes will continue to be online through May 8. Students will continue to meet with their classes through eLearn and the Zoom during their normal class times, according to the release.…

26 tested, 1 positive for COVID-19 at Physicians Quality Care

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Physicians Quality Care says they tested another 26 patients for coronavirus, with one returning as positive. A news release from Physicians Quality Care says the positive case is a non-resident of Madison County. Over 130 people have…

Gov. Lee expects ‘significant’ unemployment pay boost

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee says he expects a “significant increase” to unemployment payout amounts for people out of work due to the coronavirus pandemic because of congressional legislation. Lee told reporters Friday he doesn't know the…

Teachers hold mobile parade for students

BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- In a time of crisis, the community came together to hold a special parade. Teachers and school staff took to the streets as a way to say hello to their students.…

Hub City teachers host parade for students

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Teachers and staff in the Hub City came together Friday to show their support for school children. Faculty and staff from Jackson Career and Technology and Isaac Lane came together to hold a parade for their students.…

Chester Co. Junior High School debuts video for students

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Chester County Junior High School unveiled a video for its students. Principal Dr. Belinda Anderson asked faculty members to send in video of themselves clapping. The videos were then collected and made into a music video, featuring…

Local gas station makes donation to Bolivar police

BOLIV AR, Tenn. -- A local business donated personal protective equipment to the Bolivar Police Department this week. Donations included masks, hand sanitizer and gloves. Bolivar Police Department Chief Michael Jones says that…

Local man promotes support of healthcare workers

JACKSON, Tenn. -- As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread across the globe, many people are thanking healthcare workers fighting to keep you safe. Friday, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News reporter Julia Ewoldt spoke…

Educators gather for parade in local town

RUTHERFORD, Tenn. -- Educators in West Tennessee system came together for a parade Friday afternoon. Educators, principals and school staff took to the streets for some fun and more. Teachers say they wanted the students to know they are still…

Communities show thanks to healthcare workers

JACKSON, Tenn. -- People across the country are making sure healthcare workers, who are on the front lines of COVID-19, are getting the recognition they deserve. Papa John's Pizza is serving 200 meals a…

Henry County Medical Center confirms first COVID-19 patient

HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Henry County Medical Center confirmed Friday that staff is treating a COVID-19 patient from another county. In a statement, the facility says the patient was a known positive case who required treatment at their facility. The…

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