Here is a list of schools moving to remote learning or closing due to inclement weather: Bethel University (virtual) Freed-Hardeman University Jackson State Community College Lane College University of Tennessee At Martin (virtual) University of Memphis-Main campus University of Memphis-Lambuth campus (virtual) Therapy and Learning Center Therapy and Learning Center Adult Day Services Categories: Local News, News
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson Fire Department responded to a fire in east Jackson. According to fire officials, a home garage caught on fire due to a dog heat lamp. The owner’s dog was inside at the time of the fire, but firefighters were able to rescue the dog. No one was hurt and the fire is under investigation. Categories:…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Transportation crews are making sure drivers stay safe on the road. The Tennessee Department of Transportation is making plans to keep drivers safe on the roadways due to upcoming weather conditions. There’s a forecast of ice and heavy snow in large portions of the state, especially in Middle and West Tennessee. TDOT community relations officer, Nichole Lawrence,…
WEST TENNESSEE — Due to the weather, all Freed-Hardeman University traditional classes are canceled Mon., Feb. 15. University offices will also be closed at all locations. Online and web conference classes will meet as scheduled. Bethel University will be closed for normal operations both Monday (2/15) and Tuesday (2/16). Classes will still meet remotely. The University of Memphis Lambuth campus…
MINEOA, N.Y. (AP) — Police say the 64-year-old father of singer-rapper Nicki Minaj has died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in New York. The Nassau County Police Department says Robert Maraj was walking along a road in Mineola on Long Island at 6:15 p.m. Friday when he was hit by a car that kept going. Maraj was taken…
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Assistant Principal Sharif Ford knew who to call when an athlete at East St. Louis High School in Illinois needed new shoes. The same woman helped a high school junior outside Chicago get a new soccer kit as she chases a college scholarship. When Olympic catcher Aubree Munro needed to clear out softball gear, a nonprofit…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are expecting their second child. A spokesperson for the couple said in a statement that Archie is going to be a big brother and the duke and duchess are overjoyed. Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle married at Windsor Castle in May 2018. Their son Archie was born a…
JACKSON, Tenn. — A local therapy program is in need of volunteers. Rein-Bow Riding Academy is a therapeutic horseback riding program offered by ‘Therapy and Learning Center’ for youth with disabilities. The program is in need of volunteers for the reopening of the program, since it closed near the start of the pandemic. There is a volunteer orientation and training…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Residents prepared for the expected winter storm. WBBJ-7 caught up with locals who are preparing to stay in by stocking up on some needed materials. Stores were busy as residents rushed in to get last minute essential supplies for the snowy weather. “We had 350 people Wednesday, people coming in. It was like a swinging door and…
(Associated Press) — Chris Harrison, host of “The Bachelor,” says he is stepping down from his TV role and is “ashamed” for his handling of a swirling racial controversy at the ABC dating show. In a new statement posted Saturday, Harrison apologized again for defending the actions by a contestant that many consider offensive. “By excusing historical racism, I defended…
