JACKSON, Tenn. - A new law passed in Tennessee creates the "Safe at Home" Address Confidentiality Program, designed to help certain domestic violence victims stay safe from their abusers by obscuring their home address from…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Tennessee boaters have just the rest of the month to renew their boat registration before a fee increase. Boating registration fees will see their first increase in 12 years starting on July 1. Any boating vessel operated by…
Union University is hosting one of 23 Fuge Camps across the country this summer. Five thousand students will come to the camp at Union University. For more information, visit www.fugecamps.com.
A mattress is being recalled because it doesn't meet federal flammability standards. The Cushy Form folding mattresses reportedly pose a fire hazard. The recalled item is white with lime green trim on the sides and folds into a tri-fold with…
MILAN, Tenn.-- "2019 is a year of survival," said cancer survivor Denise Clemmer. Cancer is a fight many battle every year. Monday evening, survivors of the disease are celebrating their victories with a special…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Print out your resumes and come dressed to impress potential employers. Goodwill Career Solutions, located at 1320 South Highland Avenue, is hosting a job fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 11. Five employers, including…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There was big news Monday morning for the WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News family. Chief Meteorologist Tom Meiners and his wife, Evan, welcomed their first child, a baby girl. She arrived at 7:14 a.m. Monday, weighing 6…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Don't forget, Saturday, June 8, free fishing day in Tennessee. The annual event is an opportunity for anyone to fish without a license in Tennessee's public waters. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency provides the free day in hopes…
The agriculture community joined together Friday afternoon to take a shot at hunger. The annual "Shooting Hunger" event was held Friday in Huntingdon. Around 60 teams were at the Carroll County Shooting Sports Park. The event raises money for…
A company wants to pay you $1,000 if you can leave your smartphone behind for one week. Internet service provider Frontier Communications just launched its Flip Phone Challenge. They say it's right in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A lot more people are now able to be "relaxin' in Jackson." A recent report from Business Insider using information from the Bureau of Economic Analysis shows…
The Department of Veterans Affairs announced on Wednesday final community care regulations under the MISSION Act. The law makes several changes to VA care that went into effect Thursday. The new urgent care benefit gives eligible veterans treatment of minor…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Starting Thursday, shoppers can get up early to search for antiques and treasures at an annual yard sale event. The 16th annual Highway 70 Yard Sale kicks off at 7 a.m. Thursday. You can join treasure hunters,…
Polaris has announced a recall for two of their off-road vehicles. The 2019 RZR XP 4 Turbo-S is being recalled due to the possibility of a break failure. Polaris has received 11 reports of break failures, resulting in one crash…
Apple has announced a recall for one of its adapters. The company is recalling hundreds of thousands of its three-prong wall plug adapters included in world travel adapter kits. The three-pronged AC wall plug adapters can reportedly break and expose…
Tennessee tourism officials say they have counted kids' laughs to help parents weigh their trip options. The Department of Tourist Development says it equipped more than 200 kids with wearable "laugh trackers" last month for over 450 hours. The attractions…
FORT SMITH, Ark. -- Dozens of dogs are in need of new homes after a shelter announces it will close. In less than two months, Fort Smith's HOPE Humane Society will close its doors for good. Shelter staff are asking…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This Friday's concert at The Amp in downtown Jackson has been rescheduled for July 19. Organizers announced Wednesday that the concert featuring Little Boys Blue, originally set for June 7, has been rescheduled for July 19. You…
If you plan on hitting the water, you'll want to check your equipment first. Pelican has announced a recall for one of its kayaks called "The Catch 130 HD." Rivets used in the assembly of the rudder can reportedly fail,…
A light fixture is being recalled due to risk of injury. The small Stratton Glass pendant light fixtures can reportedly detach from their electrical cord, causing the fixture to fall unexpectedly. There has been at least one report of the…
