Book signing sheds light on a remarkable individual
JACKSON, Tenn.---A local business hosted a book signing in the Hub city. Family members of late Dianne O'Dell shared the story of her life. Saturday afternoon at the Catbird…
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RIFA works to provide a hunger-free holiday season
JACKSON, Tenn.---More than 10 percent of the population goes to bed hungry at night. But today, a local organization presented an event that helps struggling families. RIFA hosted the Hunger-Free Food…
One community, one table, one very special meal
MILAN, Tenn.---A local town showed their appreciation this holiday season by filling many bellies. The 6th annual One Table event took place in Milan. This was a free event to show…
Senate candidate visits the Hub City
JACKSON, Tenn.---A candidate running for U.S. Senate made her first appearance in Jackson today. Gloria Johnson stopped by Baker Brothers BBQ to have a meet and greet with the public. Johnson…
Dyersburg Police issue statement regarding bus accident
DYERSBURG, Tenn.--- Student injured during accident involving a school bus. According to the Dyersburg Police Department, a student was transported to a Memphis hospital following a bus accident Friday. The Dyersburg Police Department issued a statement to social media Saturday…
Community members help to provide holiday meals
JACKSON, Tenn.---Community members work together to bless families with a holiday meal. Members from the Old Hickory Rotary Club along with several other volunteers worked together Saturday morning to put together Thanksgiving blessing boxes. The event took place at…
1 person dead following attempted burglary
The following is information provided to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News by the Jackson Police Department: "Update: At approximately 1:46 pm., Officers responded to a call of a subject trying to gain entry into a residence in the 300 block of…
UTM staff member speaks out after shots fired on campus
MARTIN, Tenn. -- An update in our continuing coverage of shots being fired on the University of Tennessee at Martin's campus late Thursday night. According to press release sent out by the…
41st annual Christmas Cottage being held until Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Madison County Family and Community Education Clubs is presenting their 41st annual Christmas Cottage. Shoppers were able to grab a basket and take their time searching through various…
Authorities responding to situation on Ridgedale Drive in Jackson
UPDATE: JPD officials say the incident was initially called in as a home invasion, expecting hostages. JPD says there are no hostages and the house has been cleared. They are currently doing…
Recipes for turning Thanksgiving leftovers into a whole new feast
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Don't throw out the leftovers -- here is an idea on how to whip up some quick appetizers with those leftovers from your holiday feast. Experts say Americans waste about…
Mid-December opening expected for Jackson's new KFC
JACKSON, Tenn. -- We have some "finger lickin' good" news for fans of a popular restaurant chain. The Hub City's newest KFC is expected to open soon. Construction…
UPDATE: Missing Hardin Co. man located
UPDATE: The Sheriff's Department confirms Brewer has been located. HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Hardin County Sheriff's Department is seeking assistance in locating a missing man. 54-year-old Jimmy Ray Brewer is described as a white male, 6'2" tall and weighing…
The Titans, Nissan taking naming rights to new stadium under 20-year deal
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans will be moving to a new stadium for the 2027 season. They will be taking the name Nissan Stadium with them under a 20-year naming rights deal announced Friday with Nissan North America.…
Biden signs a bill averting a government shutdown for now, with Israel and Ukraine aid still stalled
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — President Joe Biden has ended the immediate threat of a government shutdown, signing a temporary spending bill a day before much of the government was to run out of money. The bill maintains existing funding levels.…
