Officials urge caution after drowning at Beech Lake
LEXINGTON, Tenn.--One day after authorities said an 18-year-old drowned in Beech Lake and water safety officials are still trying to keep swimmers safe. Keith Wish, Director of the Beech River…
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Group raises money for local nonprofits
JACKSON, Tenn.--A local group is raising money for a nonprofit organization. A group called "100 Women Who Care" gathered at 731 Social Monday night. Each woman in the group donated…
Community relieved as missing child found safe in Chester County
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- After searching for nearly four hours, a rescue effort Tuesday has a happy ending as 2-year-old Levi Northcott was found alive. "We were relieved, very…
Local investigator honored as Exchange Club's Officer of the Year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This year, the Jackson Exchange Club recognized a member of the Jackson Police Department as Law Enforcement Officer of the Year, an honor that went to…
Don't let your students get 'brain drain' this summer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Don't let the "brain drain" happen to your students this summer. Just because the classroom is empty, doesn't mean your student's brain should be. "The hardest thing for teachers…
How to keep your important documents safe in severe weather emergencies
ALAMO, Tenn. -- It's spring in West Tennessee, and that means the potential for more severe weather. In the event of severe weather, you need to know what documents you'll need and where…
Health department to host immunization clinic this week
JACKSON, Tenn. --Â Parents, your child has a chance to get a head start on their vaccinations for school. The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department will host a walk-in immunization clinic from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 29. It…
Smokies national park: $953M in 2018 local visitor spending
GATLINBURG, Tenn. (AP) -- A National Park Service report says that visitors to Great Smoky Mountains National Park spent $953 million in communities near the park last year. A park news release says the spending came from the 11.4 million…
Invasive tick detected in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Public health officials say an invasive tick has been detected in Tennessee. According to the Tennessee…
UPDATE: Missing 2-year-old found safe in Chester County
UPDATE: A missing 2-year-old boy in Chester County has been found safe, according to the Chester County Sheriff's Department. Details are limited at this time. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News has a reporter on scene. Stay with us on air and…
Early voting to begin for runoff mayoral election
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Madison County voters will hit the polls once again to pick a new mayor for the Hub City. The runoff election will be between Scott Conger and Dr. Jerry…
Teen boy drowns in Beech Lake on Memorial Day
LEXINGTON, Tenn.--Henderson County Emergency Management Agency Director Drew Cook says an 18-year-old male drowned near the swimming area at Beech Lake on Memorial Day. "It was crazy, it just tore my…
Medina Memorial Day service fulfills promise
MEDINA, Tenn. --Â A local town came together Monday to thank and remember the men and women who have fought and died for our country. "Several years ago, we made a promise…
Henderson holds annual Memorial Day ceremony
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Veterans and others in the community gather to remember military service members. "It's important to remember those we've lost because they've paid the ultimate sacrifice in making our…
Shiloh National Military Park celebrates Memorial Day
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Hundreds of people gathered Monday at the Shiloh National Cemetery to show their respects for those who have fought for our country. "This service is one of the…
