West Tennessee hosts events for Valentine's Day weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's that time of year when love is in the air, and there's a lot going on for those who want a night of romance or just…
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Driver airlifted after crash, hourlong rescue near Huntingdon
UPDATE -- The driver of the vehicle later died after being airlifted to a Nashville hospital. See the updated story here. Original Story: CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- One person has…
UT Martin begins search for new provost, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
MARTIN, Tenn.-The University of Tennessee at Martin has begun a national search for a new provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Afairs. Dr. Gerald Ogg has held the dual position since…
UT Martin students, faculty members return from Houston after working at Super Bowl 51
MARTIN, Tenn.- Nine students and two faculty members from the University of Tennessee at Martin worked behind the scenes at the Super Bowl 51 in Houston, Texas. This is the fourth…
Top 3 candidates announced for JMCSS superintendent position
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School Board takes a big step toward choosing a new superintendent. "Tonight, the board really voted to adopt the three candidates recommended from…
Area church brings care to others with new program
JACKSON, Tenn.-A West Tennessee Church participated in an event that brought care to others in need. Johnson Grove Missionary Baptist Church and their new program, the Social Justice Ministry was started to…
Northeast Middle School boys basketball team recognized for stellar season
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.-The Northeast Middle School boys basketball team completed their season Saturday at the sectional tournament in Memphis. The team finished with a record of 17-1 and there was a…
"Do the Write Thing" challenge kicks off its 10 year
JACKSON, Tenn.-The Jackson "Do the Write Thing challenge" kicked off its tenth year Thursday at West Bemis Middle School. The program gives middle school students the opportunity to speak out…
TBI talks about Henderson Co. murder, arson investigation
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. — We now know more information about a fatal house fire that happened Tuesday near Lexington. A man charged with…
Avoid falling victim to recent phone scam epidemic
JACKSON, Tenn. -- "You have randomly been selected by the government to receive government grant money of $9,200," says the scam artist. This sounds like a dream come true. But to…
Local veterans air grievances during VA town hall meeting
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- West Tennessee veterans got a chance to speak their minds Thursday afternoon during a town hall meeting with Memphis VA leadership. At times, there was tension in the room as…
Jackson DARE officer teaches dangers of drugs, alcohol
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Each week in February in honor of Black History Month, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News recognizes an African-American making an impact in the community. Jackson Police Officer Patrick Cozart…
Leaders Credit Union earns Lifeline's 'Battle of the Banks' trophy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Banks in West Tennessee battled it out for blood last month, and the bank with the most donations was awarded Thursday with the trophy from Lifeline Blood Services. Leaders Credit Union won the competition by having 50 people…
Madison Co. Budget Committee talks spending
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Budget Committee met Thursday morning to talk about upcoming budget needs. Doug Stephenson will serve as chair of the committee for another term, and Smokey Joe Roland will serve as vice chair. The committee…
Murder suspect reportedly told TBI he shot victim, cut off his head
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A man charged with murder and arson after a recent fire admitted to shooting the victim and cutting off his head, according to court documents. Buddy Ray Small, 36,…
