AAA study says not all gas is created equal
JACKSON, Tenn -- We watch them like a hawk and we rejoice when we find a deal — we're talking about gas prices. A new report out Thursday says when it comes…
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'Toast of Jackson' - Recipes for grilled chicken with red wine sauce & picnic lemon cakes
The Jackson Exchange Club's sixth annual "Toast of Jackson" is taking place Saturday, July 23, at Jackson Fairgrounds Park. The festival of wine and art is a celebration of local and regional wineries. They have 10 wineries booked this year with…
Hooked on science: notebook spring launcher
INGREDIENTS Plastic Spiral Notebook Dowel Rod Ruler INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Remove the paper from the plastic spiral notebook. STEP 2: Hold the dowel rod by placing your thumb and index finger at one end of the dowel rod. Slide…
Letters for Bentley Betts
If you would like to send Bentley a birthday card, or any kind of note, you can mail them to: Bravery for Bentley P.O. Box 504 Union City, TN 38281 Feel free to send him a card in the mail!…
'We Back Pat' memorial shirts will fund Pat Summitt Clinic
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- Volunteer fans have a new way to "Back Pat Summitt" and Tennessee's work to cure Alzheimer's. Memorial shirts for the Pat Summitt Foundation are now on sale, and 100 percent of proceeds will go toward the Pat Summitt…
4th of July weekend events across West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As many are preparing to go into a long holiday weekend, there are events all across West Tennessee. If you need a good history lesson, you can…
Full list of new Tenn. laws taking effect July 1
You can see a full list of new laws that take effect July 1 across the state of Tennessee here: New Tennessee Laws
Online petition seeks to rename arena to honor Pat Summitt
After the passing of beloved Lady Vols coach Pat Summitt, an online petition is circulating with the goal of changing the name of an arena in her honor. The petition seeks that the University of Tennessee change the name of Thompson-Boling…
General Mills announces granola bar recall for listeria concerns
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Check your pantry for a popular brand of granola bars that have been recalled. General Mills announced a recall today of four varieties of Nature Valley granola bars. The granola…
University of Memphis handgun carrying policy
Starting July 1, full-time employees of the University of Memphis who possess a handgun carry permit valid in Tennessee will be allowed to carry a handgun on school property. To see the policy guidelines provided by the University of Memphis, click…
Elia Hernandez visitation & funeral arrangements
Family friends have shared the funeral arrangement for a young woman killed in a weekend shooting. Elia Hernandez, 17, was killed in a shooting early Sunday morning at a party outside Brownsville. Visitation for…
State announces 'Smart Steps' program to help parents with child care costs
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Human Services announced the launch of a new child care payment assistance program designed to help parents who are working or pursuing post-secondary educational goals leading to self-sufficiency. The program, called Smart Steps,…
Hooked on Science: Pinecone Hygrometer
INGREDIENTS Pinecone INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Attach a pinecone to a secure location outside. STEP 2: Record the humidity for your location from www.weather.gov and whether the pinecone is open or closed…
What to know before controlled burning in Tennessee
For information on open burning in Tennessee, visit the Department of Environment and Conservation's Open Burning website. You can find more about burn permits and other guidelines at www.burnsafetn.org.
Nonprofits offer assistance to help with burden of high utility costs
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As temperatures soar into the 90s, utility bills could head into the hundreds. Local nonprofits say they already are seeing an increase in the amount of residents asking for…
City's pit bull ban impacts West Tenn. rescue groups
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Animal rescue groups start to feel the impact from a city-wide ban on pit bulls. "People don't have a place for them to go," said Teresa Covington…
Wildlife expert talks about venomous snakes in West Tennessee
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- Snakes have a dangerous reputation, but experts say very few of the 30 types in West Tennessee are venomous. "We only have three poisonous snakes in…
Ticketmaster offers free concert tickets as part of settlement
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- You may be among the millions of Ticketmaster customers receiving free tickets thanks to a class-action lawsuit over ticket fees and other charges. The list of eligible concerts in Nashville has just been released. All of the following concerts are…
Pet of the week: Penny
JACKSON, Tenn.-- The pet of the week for June 18th comes to WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News from the Downtown Dogs Group. "Penny is a 7-year-old Feist with a heart of…
Hooked On Science: Kid inside a bubble
Kid Inside a Bubble INGREDIENTS Plastic Wading Pool Water Light Corn Syrup Clear Dishwashing Liquid Hula Hoop Bubble Wand INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Mix together 6 gallons of water, 2 gallons of…
