Pet of the Week: Dora
JACKSON, Tenn -- Dora is available for adoption through Saving the Animals Together, better known as STAT. She's a super sweet beagle/terrier mix, and she's super smart. This cute pup…
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Jackson police investigating late-night shooting in west Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police are investigating a late night shooting that occurred in west Jackson. It is a story WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News was alerted to, thanks to a 7…
'Music at the Amp' draws hundreds to downtown Jackson's summer music series
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Music filled the air of downtown Jackson Friday night for the fourth event this summer of the "Music at the Amp" series. "The great thing about what…
Two men sentenced in separated cases for being felons in possession of firearms
JACKSON, Tenn.-A judge has been sentenced a man who had three prior drug convictions to serve time in a federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm. The U.S. District Attorney's Office says 40-year-old Preston Bryson will…
Carroll Co. woman who pleaded guilty to embezzlement last month, sentenced
JACKSON, Tenn.-A Carroll County woman is sentenced for embezzling from her former employer. Anita Lane was sentenced to 11 years at 30 percent for embezzling more than $250,000 from her former employer…
Drum Corps International makes stop in West Tennessee
MARTIN, Tenn.-Drum Corps International held their competition Friday night in Martin. Each year, more than 8,000 students audition for the fewer 3,500 positions available in the corps. The corps travels all…
Neighbors react after Union City man reportedly beaten to death
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Neighbors are shaken as police investigate what they are calling a possible homicide after a man was reportedly found dead of apparent blunt-force trauma…
The Dixie offers first-ever drama therapy classes
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. — One theater teacher is bringing drama therapy to rural areas to help those with disabilities in West Tennessee. Thomas Levi Carter works on a costume at drama…
Gary's Goodbye: WBBJ crew holds luau-themed sendoff
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The longest on-air personality at WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News worked his last day Friday. Weather forecaster Gary Pickens was on air for the last 29 years, predicting and talking…
Carroll Co. Humane Society to host fundraiser with Maggie Moo's ice cream
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- Calling all animal lovers! One local shelter is preparing for a weekend of fundraisers to help furry friends find their homes. A Maggie Moo's truck will sell ice…
Jackson Fire Dept. gets new mascot, 'Sparky,' thanks to grant
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new mascot is on the way for the Jackson Fire Department thanks to a fire prevention grant. The department received a $2,700 grant from FM Global Insurance. The money…
International Rockabilly Hall of Fame hosts historical tour of downtown Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The International Rockabilly Hall of Fame holds its first historical guided tour of downtown Jackson. The tour takes us on a journey featuring music history such as Carl…
Gary's Goodbye: His final on-air farewell, in his own words
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hear longtime WBBJ forecaster Gary Pickens in his own words as he addresses viewers one last time.
Man charged in Jackson package store robbery appears in court
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The man accused of robbing a package store in east Jackson faced a judge Friday. DeCarlos Taylor appeared in Jackson City Court on Friday facing multiple counts.…
Traveling Vietnam Veteran wall visits Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn -- For over 20 years, a group of Tennessee veterans has traveled the Volunteer State honoring their fallen brothers. "We've been from Memphis to Johnson City with this thing," veteran…
