Good Morning West Tennessee: Seven on 7
Here are a few events going on around West Tennessee the weekend of November 6-8, 2015. Friday, November 6 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Library Union University, Jackson 2:00-3:00 PM Students,…
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Boys & Girls Club Windows of Hope
Each year, the windows of the West Tennessee Healthcare Building at 1804 Highway 45 Bypass are illuminated with electrical candles throughout the holiday season based on generous donations from the public as part of the Boys & Girls Club Windows…
Curling iron recall
The T3 company is recalling more than 8,000 Twirl 360 curling irons sold in the U.S. and Canada due to a burn hazard. For more information, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website.
Bells family fears for horse missing near Highway 412
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Bells family is hoping to find a missing horse after it escaped Tuesday. Owner Danny Scarbrough said he is worried after the escape of the 15-year-old horse,…
Reed's Metals to give roof to someone in need
Reed's Metals is planning to give away a metal roof to someone in need. If you know someone in the Jackson, Tenn., area or the Tupelo, Miss., area who is in need of a roof and may not be able…
Funeral arrangements announced for Sen. Fred Thompson
NASHVILLE -- The Tennessee Republican Party has released funeral arrangements for Senator Fred Thompson provided by his family. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at War Memorial Auditorium in…
All American Meats ground beef recall information
To find out more on the ground beef recall from All American Meats, Inc., visit: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/recalls-and-public-health-alerts/recall-case-archive/archive/2015/recall-135-2015-release
Sample ballots for Milan, Selmer municipal elections
You can see a sample ballot for the Milan municipal election by clicking here. To see a sample ballot for the Selmer municipal election, click here.
Salvation Army prepares for holidays
The season of bell-ringing is approaching as the Salvation Army prepares for the holidays. For information inlcuding how to become an Angel Tree recipient, an Angel Tree sponsor or a kettle bell ringer, visit the Salvation Army of Jackson's website.
TNReady test resources
TNReady will become the state’s new and improved TCAP test for English language arts and math in grades 3-11 beginning in the 2015-16 school year, according to the Tennessee Department of Education website. The new test is meant to provide…
Jackson Choral Society to present "Mad About The Masters"
[gtxvideo vid="RfceZUy0" playlist="" pid="OTSe9U1y" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/RfceZUy0.jpg" vtitle="GMWTS Guest”] JACKSON, Tenn.,--The Jackson Choral Society will host their annual fall performance November 1st, 2015. Titled "Mad About The Masters," selections will feature classics from famous composers, including Bach, Beethoven and Mozart. Director, Darian…
Jackson Ghost Hunters offer advice for tackling the paranormal
[gtxvideo vid="LsTCMzes" playlist="" pid="OTSe9U1y" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/LsTCMzes.jpg" vtitle="GMWTS Guest”] JACKSON, Tenn.,--Jackson Area Ghost Hunters investigate the paranormal lurking in West Tennessee. Robert Mills said the group has only done about a dozen investigations, but offer answers to questions people may have about…
Good Morning West Tennessee: Seven on 7
[gtxvideo vid="XUrPY7NI" playlist="" pid="OTSe9U1y" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/XUrPY7NI.jpg" vtitle="Seven on Seven 103015”] Here are a few spooky and fun events going on around West Tennessee for the weekend of October 30-November 1, 2015. Friday, October 30 Flashlight Night at the "Boo" seum West…
Reed's Metals covers the community
[gtxvideo vid="p0oeZdOz" playlist="" pid="OTSe9U1y" thumb="http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/p0oeZdOz.jpg" vtitle="Covering Community”] JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local business wants to give a family an early Christmas present this year. Reed's Metals is giving away a free roof to a family in need. Team members will volunteer…
Product recalls: Ceramic mugs, fire alarms, bikes, girls' hoodies
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced four recalls Thursday. 1. Lighthouse Recalls Ceramic Mugs Due to Burn Hazardwww.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Lighthouse-Recalls-Ceramic-Mugs/ 2. Sure Signal Products Recalls Heat-Activated Fire Alarms Due to Failure to Alert Consumers of a Firewww.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Sure-Signal-Products-Recalls-Heat-Activated-Fire-Alarms/ 3. QBP Recalls WeThePeople…
Product recalls: Epinephrine injector, bike trailer, kids drinking cup
Product recalls we told you about on WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News include an Auvi-Q epinephrine injector, a children's bike trailer and a children's water bottle. The Auvi-Q epinephrine injector was voluntarily recalled due to potentially incorrect dosage. You can read…
Avett Brothers to play special concert for St. Jude marathon runners
The Avett Brothers have something to give back in return for donors to one of Memphis' biggest causes. This year's St. Jude Memphis Marathon, hosted on Dec. 5, will end with an exclusive concert by the North Carolina band. Tickets…
Company recalls Peanuts toy sold at Target
LaRose Industries has recalled its Peanuts Flying Ace Ride-On Toys due to a choking hazard, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The toys are sold exclusively at Target. The toy's hubcaps can detach and pose a choking hazard for…
Goodwill hosts job fairs
Goodwill is hosting job fairs this week in three West Tennessee counties. GIBSON COUNTY Goodwill Career Solutions will host a job fair for Maclean Power Systems at its 1465 Industrial Park Dr. facility in Trenton, from 2-5 p.m. on…
Donations for Jackson police officer's daughter
Donations for Jackson Police Officer Blake Gilbert's daugher, Abby, can be made to Sharon Massey at the Jackson Police Department or through the West Tennessee Heathcare Foundation's Officer Benefit Fund. To follow Abby's daily progress, visit www.facebook.com/abbyswarriors.
