2024 Black History Month: Don McCorry
It's time to spotlight one of our neighbors, presented to you by the Tennessee Lottery. Each week in February, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News will celebrate Black History Month by introducing you to a…
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UTM students discuss finance with Jackson's Rotary Club
JACKSON, Tenn. – University of Tennessee at Martin finance students had the opportunity to present their hard work to the Rotary Club Wednesday afternoon. UT Martin is one of the first schools that have…
Madison County Commissioners talk nonprofit funding, pay increase
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. – Budget season is approaching for Madison County commissioners and new business is being decided on. The Budget Committee of the Madison County Commissioner Office is composed of both commissioners…
'Puppy Bowl' celebrates a big anniversary this year, one that shelter and rescue pups will cheer
NEW YORK (AP) — The annual “Puppy Bowl” turns 20 this year, well over middle age in dog years. But does the sheer cuteness of it really ever get old? “Who doesn’t want to watch dogs play all day long?” asks Laurie…
Jackson announced 'LOLO' as Creative Arts Coordinator
The following is a news release from the City of Jackson: JACKSON, Tenn. — The City of Jackson proudly announces the appointment of Lauren ‘LOLO’ Pritchard as the Creative Arts Coordinator, a key…
Local Elks Lodge looking for nominations honoring senior citizens
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local Elks Lodge is looking for nominations honoring senior citizens. Jackson Elks Lodge #192 is seeking nominations for a Distinguished Senior Citizen for 2023-2024. The lodge says the nominee must be 65 years or older, be…
United Way of West Tennessee hosts 11th Annual First Ladies’ Luncheon
PRESS RELEASE FROM UNITED WAY OF WEST TENNESSEE: United Way of West Tennessee Hosts Eleventh Annual First Ladies’ Luncheon Jackson, Tenn. (Feb. 7, 2024) – United Way of West Tennessee will host the eleventh annual First Ladies’ Luncheon, its largest…
Dyersburg officers arrest suspect who stole vehicle with baby on board
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Local authorities announce an arrest in a kidnapping and auto theft that occurred Tuesday. According to the Dyersburg Police Department, officers received a distress call on Tuesday afternoon about a stolen vehicle with an infant on board.…
Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest to return to downtown Jackson
PRESS RELEASE FROM METAL DEVASTATION PR: Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest Returns for Round Three in Downtown Jackson! The Tennessee Metal Devastation Music Fest (TMDMF) family is thrilled to announce the highly-anticipated return of their iconic festival for round three!…
Search underway for man in Perry County area
PERRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Law enforcement in Perry County confirm a search is underway for a man near the Tennessee River. Tuesday evening, 101.3 WOPC in Linden reported that the…
MIDDAY GUEST: Giraffe Awards
David Bryant with The Positive Living Group joined our show to discuss details of the 4th Annual Giraffe Awards coming up in March. Click here for more information. For more news in the…
3 West Tennessee State Penitentiary inmates indicted in attack of fellow prisoner
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE TENNESSEE BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION: THREE WEST TENNESSEE STATE PENITENTIARY INMATES INDICTED IN ATTACK OF FELLOW PRISONER RIPLEY – A joint investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and investigators with the Tennessee Department…
Vehicle collision halts morning traffic in north Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- First responders were on the scene of a multi-vehicle wreck Wednesday morning in the Hub City. Tipsters alerted us to the collision, which occurred along the 2000 block of North Highland Avenue, near George A. Smith…
UPDATE: JPD confirms endangered teen located
UPDATE (2/7/24): Jackson Police confirm he has been located safe. JACKSON, Tenn.--Police are asking for your help in locating an endangered child. According to the Jackson Police Department's Facebook page, they're looking for Mar'qicus Nelson, 14. He's 5'-5", weighs…
Parents learn more about the dangers the internet can pose to children.
CROCKETT COUNTY, TENN-- Tuesday night parents of Crockett County Middle School students gathered in the cafeteria to listen to an agent from Homeland Security offer free parent safety training on the dangers of…
