Ballet Arts prepares for its latest production
JACKSON, Tenn.---"No one to impress, nothing to lose. But the poor tell stories too." Get ready for the time of your life because they are about to take flight. Ballet Arts gave…
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Church fundraiser aims to help families in need this holiday season
HENDERSON, Tenn.---A local church spends their holiday giving back to the youth. Henderson Church of God were stationed at Cashsaver in Henderson to present their Toy and Food Drive. This allows community…
Giving Tuesday returns in West TN
JACKSON, Tenn. —A day of giving returns to the 7-3-1! This coming Tuesday, November 28, marks Giving Tuesday 731. This annual fundraiser is comprised of over 35 non-profit organizations (verified 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofits) from all across West TN. [caption id="attachment_1727541"…
Oldfather, UTM choir set to perform with Jackson Symphony
PRESS RELEASE VIA UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE AT MARTIN FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 21, 2023 David Snow, UTM, Office of University Relations OLDFATHER, UTM CHOIR TO PERFORM WITH JACKSON SYMPHONY MARTIN, Tenn. – The UTM Choir and Caroline Oldfather, a May…
West Tennessee shoppers continue the quest for Black Friday deals
JACKSON, Tenn.--Shoppers in the Hub City cashed in on amazing Black Friday deals before Christmas arrives. For some families, their traditions include eating their Thanksgiving meals and then waiting…
Search for missing driver in Tennessee River ends Friday morning
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. – The search for a missing body in the Tennessee River has concluded. A 911 call was made at 10 a.m. Thursday concerning a Nissan Altima that…
Local stores open early Friday morning for shopping tradition
JACKSON, Tenn. – Shoppers lined up for doorbuster deals Friday morning at stores for Black Friday. Kohl's, JCPenney and Old Navy were a few stores that opened their doors as early…
4 military aid societies working together for competition
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Air Force Aid Society, Army Emergency Relief, and Coast Guard Mutual Assistance have joined together in a competition called “#battle4braggingrights.” This is to raise funds to help service members and their families…
Vehicle runs into Clarksburg Supermarket causing damage
CLARKSBURG, Tenn. -- A vehicle ran into the Clarksburg Supermarket Friday afternoon. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received the report from a tipster that a vehicle crashed into the building around noon. Our crew arrived to find first responders on…
Retailers offer bigger Black Friday discounts to lure hesitant shoppers hunting for the best deals
NEW YORK (AP) — Stores stepped up discounts and other enticements on Black Friday to entice shoppers holding out for the best deals. But retailers worry those may not be enough. Shoppers pause near a display…
Morning fire leads to total loss of home in east Madison County
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Fire Department responded to a residential fire in east Madison County around 3:30 a.m. In a Facebook post, the department says the fire fully involved a single story home. The department says…
UPDATE: Body of missing person found
UPDATE (11/28/23): Search for missing driver in Tennessee River ends Friday morning EARLIER STORY: HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities are investigating a missing persons case in Hardin County. According to Hardin County Fire Department Chief, Melvin Martin, they received a…
Over 700 runners turn up for annual Turkey Trot in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual event has West Tennesseans burning calories for a good cause before the Thanksgiving feast. Golds Gym and Fleet Feet hosted the 19th Annual Turkey Trot Thursday morning. Runners lined up in front of Gold's…
Thanksgiving Meals on Wheels tradition continues for Gibson County seniors
BRADFORD, Tenn. -- Local officials, motorcycle enthusiasts, and volunteers alike came together Thursday to bring a smile to faces across one local county. Gibson County's 31st Annual Meals on Wheels was held Thanksgiving morning. Volunteers came together to prepare…
Bemis church continues years-long tradition of Thanksgiving meal deliveries
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Bemis United Methodist Church in Bemis delivered Thanksgiving meals around the community Thursday morning. This church has been a blessing with this free event for over 20 years. There were over 20 members working tirelessly to prepare…
