4th Annual Rockabilly Grand Prix rolls through Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The two day bike race, that attracts hundreds of riders from all over to the Hub City, kicked off Saturday. "It's by far the best way to stay…
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Jackson church hosts annual Juneteenth Celebration
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Society for African-American Cultural Awareness, or SAACA, celebrated Juneteenth Saturday afternoon at Berean Baptist Church. Juneteenth is the oldest know celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United…
Flags fly in downtown Jackson for Flag Day
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization celebrated Flag Day with a downtown show of flags. The Jackson-Madison County chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution dedicated their annual field of flags Saturday. More than 150 flags are flying in Triangle…
Memphis charges $10 to enter Beale Street on Saturday night
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - Tourists and locals who visit the blues bars, dance clubs and barbecue joints on Memphis' Beale Street on Saturday nights now have to bring along some extra cash, just for the privilege of being there. In…
Miss Tennessee Night 3 wraps up preliminary contest
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Friday night was the third and final night of preliminary competition for the annual Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant. Once again, the 36 contestants graced the stage of the Carl Perkins Civic Center in talent and swimsuit competition,…
'Night of Heart' raises awareness of heart health
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With a lot of heart and hoping to raise money and awareness about heart health, West Tennessee Heart and Vascular hosted the seventh annual "Night of Heart" on…
Humboldt Relay for Life draws hundreds to fight cancer
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- An annual event brought out hundreds for a night of fun to fight a disease that affects millions. The annual Humboldt Relay for Life was held…
Annual Father-Daughter Ball raises money for Girl Scouts
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Father's Day is just days away, and for many dads across the area they were enjoying Friday evening at the annual Father-Daughter Ball. Dozens of dads and their…
Milan boutique makes clothing donation to Jackson's Dream Center
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Milan business donates to one of Jackson's biggest dreams. Jeff Newbill and Rhonda Moubray, both from the Corner Boutique in Milan, made a donation to Jackson's…
2 local groups join for Veterans Day events fundraiser
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Taking advantage of the warm weather, two West Tennessee groups teamed up Friday to benefit local veterans. For the fourth year in a row, the West Tennessee Veterans…
Students still learning this summer with Smart Academy
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Although school is out for the summer, some students are still in session at Issac Lane Elementary. Friday, students got to showcase their work to parents and family members. For the past two weeks, Issac Lane has…
West Tennessean honored with national Crime Stoppers award
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A big honor was presented Friday to a member of the Jackson-Madison County Crime Stoppers board of directors. Frank Boyd was honored with the prestigious Crime Stoppers…
Shooting victim who recanted story in court charged with aggravated perjury
JACKSON, Tenn. -- New details on a story WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News first brought you Thursday, as the victim of a Memorial Day shooting is officially charged with aggravated perjury.…
Benton County deputies searching for fugitive on the run
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Officers in Benton County are asking for help finding a dangerous fugitive on the run for a second day. Officers said Joshua Ferguson was in a…
Ways to Beat the Heat
JACKSON, Tenn.-With close to record-breaking temperatures, many people are taking cover to avoid the scorching heat. What about people who have to be outside for work? The main thing is to…
