Author: WBBJ Staff

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/24/15 – 11/25/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/24/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/25/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Annual Thanksgiving luncheon serves hundreds

JACKSON, Tenn.,--A decade long tradition brought a traditional Thanksgiving meal to hundreds of Jackson residents Thursday. Each year, City councilman Johnny Dodd along with the Mount Moriah Baptist Church open the…

Project Care feeds hundreds for Thanksgiving

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Few things bring people together like a warm meal during the holidays and that's exactly what many in Gibson County were given this Thanksgiving. Dozens of volunteers…

Local travelers hit the holiday traffic

JACKSON, Tenn -- Ten of millions of Americans hit the road for the Thanksgiving holiday, and West Tennessee saw plenty of traffic thanks one of the busiest travel days of…

Memphis hands Houston 3rd straight loss, 102-93

HOUSTON (AP) - Jeff Green scored 20 points and Courtney Lee had 10 of his 17 in the fourth quarter to help the Memphis Grizzlies beat the struggling Houston Rockets 102-93 on Wednesday night. Houston has lost three straight to…

Last minute shoppers flock area stores for Thanksgiving

JACKSON, Tenn.-As the hours tick toward Thanksgiving, West Tennesseans found themselves in the busiest place possible Wednesday night...the grocery store. There were full parking lots at stores throughout the Hub City…

Mississippi man accused of attacking parents over fast food

NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Authorities say a Mississippi man is accused in Louisiana of killing his father and stabbing his mother because they ordered fast food and didn't get any for him. Jefferson Parish spokesman John Fortunato says 32-year-old Ronald…

Deadline is Tuesday to apply for MTSU guaranteed scholarship

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (AP) - Middle Tennessee State University says its deadline is coming up next week for high school seniors seeking one of the school's guaranteed scholarships. Scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $5,000 per year are available for students who…

Fugitive dentist wanted in stabbing found in Minnesota

SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Knoxville police say the Sevierville dentist sought in the stabbing of a woman at a Knoxville motel has been found in Minnesota. Knoxville investigator Chas Terry tells local media that Dr. David William Gary was arrested…

School Voucher Program

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A leading advocacy group for the creation of a school voucher program in Tennessee says it will renew efforts to pass a proposal in the next legislative session. The proposed "opportunity scholarship" would let parents move…

Shoppers take advantage of black Friday deals.

JACKSON, Tenn.,--Hundreds of shoppers took advantage of Black Friday deals across the hub city. "It ain't been too bad so far," Tyrone Hardaway said. Hardaway plays the role of "support system"…

Mother accused of being responsible for 2 infants’ deaths

GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A Tennessee mother is facing murder charges after the deaths of her two infant daughters last year. Multiple media outlets report that 22-year-old Kendra L. Tweed of Greeneville was indicted Monday on two counts of first-degree…

UT report lays out options for boosting road funding

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - A University of Tennessee study released Wednesday is laying out some options for the state to boost its funding for road projects, ranging from charging drivers by the mile to tapping the state's general fund. Republican…

Drive-by shooting kills Chattanooga mother

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (AP) - A drive-by shooting in Chattanooga killed a single mother as her children watched television upstairs. The Times Free Press reports (http://bit.ly/21iAPs0 ) the Tuesday night shooting fatally wounded 37-year-old Monica McMillon. But neighbors say she couldn't…

West TN Woodturners teach traditional craft

JACKSON,Tenn.,--Members of the West Tennessee Woodturners stopped into the WBBJ studio Saturday. Since 2009, the woodturners have been meeting once monthly. Currently meetings are the second Saturday at 9:30…

Hooked On Science: Pinecone Hygrometer

Pinecones act as a natural hygrometer, which measures the amount of moisture in the atmosphere. Pinecones contain seeds, which are transported by the wind. Pinecones open their scales to…

Union dominates Lane to remain unbeaten

NORTH JACKSON, Tenn. -- Union University's women's basketball team defeated Lane College 82-43. Union's high-scorer was Tiara Caldwell with 19 points. The Lady Dragons were led by Tashara Jones' 16.

4 local players bring home Tennessee Titans Mr. Football awards

NASHVILLE -- Four local high school football players are bringing home statewide honors from Nashville after being presented Tennessee Titans Mr. Football awards. Andrew Goldsmith of TCA, Emmit Gooden of Haywood, Trey Smith of USJ and Dresser Winn of Dresden…

Mugshots : Madison County : 11/25/15 – 11/30/15

The people in this gallery were booked into the Madison County Jail between 7 a.m. on 11/25/15 and 7 a.m. on 11/30/15. Their inclusion only indicates they were booked into the jail and does not indicate guilt.

Pop-up shop offers locally made gifts

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A locals-only shopping experience popped up in the hub city this weekend. The Yuletide Pop-up Shop set up in the New Southern Hotel for the weekend. The holiday…

Weather Blog

From thunderstorms to warm temperatures, the spring-like weather continues in west Tennessee. A powerful weather maker will push into our area, sparking strong to severe storms as we start the new workweek. Until then, expect a mostly cloudy sky overnight…

Christmas Concert

Sponsored by: Union University Dept. of Music Admission: Free Classical Christmas favorites performed by Union University singers and orchestra Seating is limited Group admission require reservations Time: 10:00 a.m.

The Fabulous Years

"THE FABULOUS YEARS" @ Cody's 60 Heritage Square, Jackson November the 7th Doors open @ 5pm, Music with the Bandstand Review, formally the Paula Bridges Band starts @ 6pm! Proceeds of the night donating to The Exchange Club Carl Perkins…

November 2015 Community Blood Drives

Wednesday, Nov. 4- Hardin County Medical Center in Savannah-12-6 Thursday, Nov. 5- First Methodist Church, Paris from 12-6 Friday, Nov. 6 -First South Bank Bolivar, 12-5 -Freds in McKenzie from 12- 6 Mon., Nov. 9 -Dyersburg State CC, 10-2 -EW…

July Community Blood Drives

July 7 Chick Fil A , Dyersburg, 2-6 p.m July 8 Madison County Courthouse, Jackson , 10-2 Fayette Co. Sheriffs office, Somerville, 12-4 p.m. July 9 Tenn. College of applied Tech. , Union City, 9-1 Berea Mennonite Church, Rutherford, 1-6…

Snow White School Performance

Presented by: Ballet Arts Admission: $16.00 and up This production features all the special effects as the original story. Magical set will transport the audience back in time. Snow White Tea Party: 5:30 p.m. ............ March 28, 2015

All Breed Dog Show

Proceeds of gate benefit a local charity Time: Daily ....... 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

First Week September – Blood Drives

FIRST WEEK of September 2014 NEED A NEG. O NEG and B NEG ESPECIALLY THIS WEEK!! Tues. 2 Regional Hospital of Jackson from 7-11 a.m. Baptist Memorial Hosp. of Union City, 12-4 p.m. Wed. 3 Hardin Co Med. Ctr. Savannah,…

Women’s Conference

Community Action: 9:00 a.m - 10:00 a.m. Inspiration Hour: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Speaker: Sis. Teresa Hills Mary Music Provided by: Home Missionary Baptist Church

13th Annual Fish Fry Dinner

Proceeds benefit: Community Center Menu: Fish, fries, hush puppies, cole slaw, white beans, drinks and dessert Price: $8.50 / Adults $4.00 / Children Register for free door prizes. Dine in or take out

Pre-St. Patrick Day Tea

Sponsored by: The Minni Williams Social Club of Milan Singing: The Gospellites of McLemorsville Donations: $5.00

Jackson Art Association Monthly Meeting

Presented by: Jackson Art Association The association is a group of artists and people interested in visual arts. We meet monthly to share information, ideas, and techniques.

Community Safety Awareness Programs

February 4, 2014 ..... NE Middle School ........... 6:30 p.m. February 11, 2014 ............. Rose Hill Middle School ..... 6:30 p.m. February 18, 2014 ....... Southside High School ...... 6:30 p.m. February 25, 2014 ....... Northside Hight School ....... 6:30…

Pet Adoption Event

SATURDAY NOV 23, 10-2 TRACTOR SUPPLY 15 CARRIAGE HOUSE DR JACKSON TN

Fall Revival

Date: November 19 - 21, 2013 Time: 7:00 p.m. ................ Nightly

JTA Holiday Schedule

Jackson Transit Authority will be operating its regular bus service on the nationally observed holiday, Veteran's Day, November 11, 2013.

Golden Circle Opry

Presented by: City of Jackson Recreation and Parks Admission: $5.00 per person at the door A variety of musical groups performing bluegrass, old time country and gospel music.

Blair’s Chapel CME Church Women’s Month

October 20, 2013 ............... Annual Woman's Day Time: 10:30 a.m. Speaker: Sis. Jacqueline Young Time: 2:00 p.m. Speaker: Evangelist Priscilla Chism Food will be served between services Colors: 2nd Sunday: Royal Blue w/Pink Ribbon 3rd Sunday: Black w/Pearls and Pink…

Safety Awareness Day

Hosted by: K-Mart Youth groups, step teams, praise teams, choirs, etc. are encourage to join us in lifting the awareness of safety in our community. Please contact one of the following to let us know you're coming as soon as…

Blood Drive Special Events

UTM Blood Battle between fan and students of UTM and Murray State is a TWO day competition. Tuesday, September 24, 2013 and Wednesday, September 25, 2013 Time: 10:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m. This is the 20th Annual! GO SKYHAWKS! Monday,…

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