JMCSS evaluate bus crowding after viewer complaint
JACKSON, Tenn -- A concerned mother said she had been reaching out to district leaders about overcrowded bus routes, but when she claims no action was taken ,she called WBBJ 7 Eyewitness…
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School board tables bus vote on hold
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Adding new buses to the district's fleet was actually on Thursday night's school board agenda. The transportation department informed the board 14 new buses could be purchased, although 12…
Pillowcase Project promotes emergency awareness for children
JACKSON, Tenn.--The local Red Cross is aiming to prepare children for a disaster situation with pillows. The American Red Cross of West Tennessee are preparing children ages 8 to 11 and…
Local musicians hit the red carpet for Tennessee Music Awards
JACKSON, Tenn.--A red carpet event kicked off Thursday night at the University of Memphis-Lambuth campus. The Tennessee Music Awards spotlights musicians and bands of all genres including vocalists, radio stations, magazines, venues…
Henry Co. Medical Center honors hometown hero Sonny Melton
PARIS, Tenn. — It's been four days since the deadly Las Vegas massacre, but its effects are still being felt here in West Tennessee. It was a day of remembrance…
Jackson-Madison County School Board members tour facilities
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Members of the Jackson-Madison County School Board toured several facilities in the district Thursday ahead of their monthly school board meeting. Board members were able to get…
Local College hosts career fair
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lane College held their graduate and professional school day Thursday. "We're hoping our students gain knowledge on how to not only apply and be admitted into graduate school…
University of Memphis Lambuth hosts Tennessee Music Awards
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The music awards event Thursday is all about celebrating music. For the first time ever, the University of Memphis Lambuth will host the Tennessee Music Awards. Organizers say they…
Emergency helicopter base coming to Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A new multi-million dollar investment could save lives in West Tennessee. Vanderbilt LifeFlight announced plans Thursday to open an emergency helicopter base in Gibson County. The emergency…
New grant is helping save historic Bells Theatre
BELLS, Tenn. -- A new grant given to Crockett County is helping save the historic Bells Theatre. "The grant is for the renovation of the theater. It's a multi-functional…
Jackson police search for attempted robbery suspect
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Police are searching for a suspect after an attempted robbery Thursday afternoon at Dollar General on North Highland Avenue. Officers responded just after 2 p.m. to an attempted…
Gov. Bill Haslam won't run for Corker's Senate seat
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam said Thursday that he won't run for the U.S. Senate seat being opened with the retirement of fellow Republican Bob Corker. "While I have loved being a mayor and a governor, I…
Sonny Melton's father reacts to son being a victim in Vegas massacre
October 1. A night that should have been an enjoyable one at the Route 91 Harvest Festival in Las Vegas. But instead it is become a living nightmare for the…
Blessing of the Animals event, part of Bethel University's homecoming activities
McKENZIE, Tenn.-It is Homecoming Week at Bethel University, with many activities open to the public. Today, was the blessing of the animals. The special worship service has become a homecoming tradition. It…
Sonny Melton's wife recalls night of Las Vegas shooting
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The wife of a West Tennessee man who died while saving her life is sharing her story. In an emotional interview, Heather Melton describes the…
