Jackson Shred event protects identities, environment
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The 10th annual Jackson Shred Event took place Saturday morning at Jackson Fairgrounds Park. "It has been fantastic," said Cynthia Wiel, director of consumer affairs…
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Keli's Farewell: Co-workers say goodbye
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As longtime WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News anchor Keli McAlister finished her final days at the station, her co-workers took a moment to share their goodbyes and best wishes…
Miss Tennessee preliminary round winners-Night 3
JACKSON, Tenn.-Here are the results from night three's preliminary round of Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant. Friday evening, the winner in the swimsuit competition was Miss Lexington, Katy Davis and in the talent competition, Miss Chattanooga, Sarah Harris was the winner.…
Behind the scenes of the Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant
JACKSON, Tenn -- As the Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant entered the third night and final night of preliminary competitions, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News took a look behind the scenes of what…
West Tenn. lawyer disbarred two years after conviction of tampering with evidence
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn.-A Gibson County lawyer is disbarred nearly two years after she was convicted of tampering with evidence. Edythe Christie was suspended from practicing law in September 2015. One month later,…
"A Few Good Men" program helps young men reach their full potential
MILAN, Tenn.-Members of a special program for students, and their mentors were honored, Friday night. Entering its third year, "A Few Good Men" gives young men, ages 4 to 18,…
Man accused of robbing south Jackson business facing count of aggravated robbery
JACKSON, Tenn.-The man accused of robbing the Money Now store on South Highland Avenue in south Jackson was in court, Friday. Harold Anthony Junior allegedly threatened to kill an employee, after he was refused a loan on June 6. An…
Officers promoted at the Martin Police Department
MARTIN, Tenn.-Two officers were promoted Friday at the Martin Police Department. Captain Phillip Fuqua was promoted to Assistant Chief and Lieutenant Eric Reed was promoted to Patrol Captain. Both have been…
RIFA receives contribution from Walmart Foundation
JACKSON, Tenn.-Helping feed local students, RIFA received a $35,000 check from the Walmart Foundation, Friday, contributing to the group's "Snack Backpack Program", in the Hub City. In all, 14 non-profits in…
Possible gun found Memorial Day weekend in Holly Bobo trial
HARDIN, Tenn -- Two weeks before one of the biggest cases ever tried in Hardin County new evidence emerges. "There is a gun the state has now, I guess after six…
Police: Man found with gun in Muse Park arrested
JACKSON, Tenn.-Jackson police arrest a man found with a gun inside Muse Park, late Friday afternoon. Officers told WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News a witness spotted a man armed…
Summer program keeps kids healthy
Youth and leaders in Jackson took to the court today to stay healthy. "They come out and mingle together," Bridgett Parham, administrator of Parks and Recreation, said. "They participate in…
Annual 'Shred and Pill Takeback' returns to West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. — It is the time to gather your old prescriptions and papers with your personal information on them, because tomorrow you can safely get rid of them. Many…
Two charged in fatal stabbing appear in court
JACKSON, Tenn.-Two women appear in court Friday, both charged in a fatal stabbing on Glendale Street. Facing one count of second degree murder, Ebony Pruitt is being held in lieu of…
West TN Veterans Committee holds annual lunchtime fundraiser
JACKSON, Tenn.-Today's rain, even though it was heavy at times did not stop the West Tennessee Veterans Committee from hosting its yearly fundraiser. This is the fifth year for the event.…
