Life and work of local first responder honored with ‘Sea of Lights’
A community pauses to honor the life and work of a local first responder.
Author: WBBJ Staff
What the Tech: Robot seeing eye dog
This statistic is surprising: There are some 10 million people who are blind yet there are only 10,000 seeing-eye dogs in service. What’s more, about 98% of people who…
Haywood Co. Budget Committee meets following approval for new high school
One county is discussing their plans for a new high school.
Press Ganey awards Baptist Carroll County ‘Human Experience Guardian of Excellence Award’
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Carroll County is a recipient of Press Ganey’s 2024 Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award and ranks in the top 5% of health care providers for delivering superior physician experience in the hospital.
Madison County mayor shares upcoming plans during rotary club meting
One local mayor spoke at the Jackson Rotary Club Wednesday afternoon to share his upcoming goals for 2025.
Clyde David Brown
Clyde David Brown, age 59, resident of Whiteville, Tennessee, departed this life Tuesday morning, January 21, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Clyde was born November 13, 1965 in Dyersburg, Tennessee, the son of Carl David Brown and…
Ernest Transou
Funeral service for Ernest Transou, age 52, will be Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Walnut Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow on Monday, January 27, 2025 at the TN State Veterans Cemetery at Parkers Crossroads. Mr. Transou…
Frederick Jimmerson Collier
Funeral service for Frederick Jimmerson Collier, age 69, will be Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Unity Temple Church of God in Christ. Mr. Collier died Monday, January 20, 2025 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Visitation for Mr.…
Robert “Rip” Bobbitt
Funeral service for Robert "Rip" Bobbitt, age 72, will be Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Mercer Brothers Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Bobbitt Cemetery. Mr. Bobbitt died Sunday, January 19, 2025 at Jackson-Madison…
Guy Shaw
Services for Mr. Guy Shaw, age 72 of Jackson, Tennessee will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2025, 1:00 P.M., at the St. Paul C.M.E. Church. The interment will be in the Montgomery Cemetery. The family will receive friends on…
David C. Redmond
David C. Redmond, DDS, passed away on January 9, 2025 at his home in Eads, Tennessee. He was 70 years old. David Clark Redmond was born at Sewart Air Force Base in Smyrna, Tennessee, to Doytt Denton Redmond and Margaret…
Charles Thomas Ennis
Charles Thomas Ennis, age 88, resident of Cordova, Tennessee and husband of Mary Ennis, departed this life Sunday afternoon, January 19, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Charles was born February 20, 1936 in Maryville, Tennessee, the son…
Lena Belle McGaughy
Mrs. Lena Belle McGaughy was born on May 3, 1926 in Jackson, Tennessee. She departed this life on January 18, 2025. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Bledsoe Funeral Home Chapel.…
What the Tech: Siri answers the phone
We've all been there. The phone rings and you can't answer. Maybe you're just getting out of the shower, or maybe your hands are digging through dirt in the garden.…
The Mill Workspace holds first session for its Startup Bootcamp
A local, multi-week program for businesses looking to start or grow held their first class of 2025 on Tuesday.
TVA asks consumers for voluntary reductions in power use
Current weather conditions have caused a tight power supply situation, and TVA is asking all electric power consumers to reduce their use of electricity as much as possible until further notice.
Jose Tomas Espinoza Martinez
Jose Tomas Espinoza Martinez, age 80, resident of Moscow, Tennessee and husband of Marcaria Nunez Garcia, departed this life Saturday afternoon, January 18, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Jose was born March 7, 1944 in San Luis…
What the Tech: Home gadgets
Smart home technology isn't just about convenience; it's also about protecting your home and loved ones.
Martin Bowers
Rev. Martin Bowers, 97, died Saturday, January 18, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Bartlett. Services will be Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 11:00 A. M. at First Baptist Church in Brownsville. Interment will be in Russell Grove Baptist Church…
Jackson-Madison County NAACP speaks against Education Freedom Act
A news conference was held Monday to speak against Governor Lee and the Tennessee legislature members who support the passage of the "Education Freedom Act."
Community members gather in Bolivar for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
A Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration was held Monday at the Luez Theatre in Bolivar.
Sherry Ruth Wayne-Leggett
Sherry Ruth Wayne-Leggett unexpectedly passed away at her home in Williston, Tennessee on January 10, 2025. Sherry was born August 2, 1972 in Memphis, Tennessee. She was beloved by her significant other, Jay Hollis Leggett, for 23 years. She was…
Lisa Carol Sipes
Lisa Carol Sipes, age 57, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. All services are under the direction of the Bells Funeral Home. Mrs. Sipes was born on July 17, 1967, in Jackson,…
Charles Thobern Wilson
Charles Thobern Wilson, 75, of Hickman, Kentucky passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025, at his home. Edmaiston Mosley Funeral Home is in charge of cremation arrangements. Charles was born June 6, 1949, in Obion County, son of the late Jack…
Mary L. Key
Mrs. Mary L. Key was born on June 4, 1943 in Madison County, Tennessee. She departed this life on January 14, 2025.
New Register Crowns Champion Trees Across the U.S.
The National Champion Tree Program (NCTP) announced its first Register of Champion Trees since 2021.
Tennessee National Guard supports 60th Presidential Inauguration
Approximately 150 Soldiers and Airmen from the Tennessee National Guard departed Tennessee, January 17, to join the nearly 8,000 National Guardsmen from across the U.S. preparing to support the 60th Presidential Inauguration on January 20.
New gaming business ‘Time to Game’ opens in Lexington
The Henderson County Chamber helped welcome 'Time to game' to Lexington as they officially launched the business Friday afternoon.
What the Tech: RedNote app
With TikTok's potential shutdown looming, many users are flocking to a new short-form video platform called Red Note. It has quickly climbed to the top of the app store charts, but there are some things you should know before downloading it.
Rep. Chris Todd talks new school voucher bill during meeting
As Governor Bill Lee is set to hold a special session with lawmakers on January 27, Rep. Chris Todd addressed the Republican Women of Madison County regarding the Education Freedom Scholarship.
DA’s Fugitive Friday: Nicholas Sajecki wanted in Gibson County
Nicholas Richard Sajecki is wanted out of Gibson County Circuit Court for failing to appear for his scheduled court date of January 13, 2025.
Lexington man pleads guilty to drug conspiracy charge, sentenced to 17 years
One local man is facing 17 years in prison after pleading guilty to a drug conspiracy charge.
Inell Bond Chambers
Mrs. Inell Bond Chambers, 81, died Sunday, January 12, 2025, at Magnolia Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation in Covington. Services will be Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 1:00 P. M. at St. Luke Baptist Church in Covington. Interment will be in…
Community members gather to celebrate Isaiah 117 Day
January 17 is Isaiah 117 Day! And this year's theme is 'Connect. Reflect. Pray.' Leaders with Isaiah 117 House gathered with community members for a special time of prayer earlier Friday.
Winter Concert Series begins February 1 at Horseshoe Lake Venue
Henderson County has a new hotspot for live music and entertainment!
New law creates $2,000 prescription drug cap for Medicare patients
Millions of seniors with Medicare prescription drug plans have out of pocket costs capped at $2,000 per year because of a new law.
Milan Special School District welcomes new director
One local school system is getting a new school director.
Haywood County leaders discuss construction of new high school building
Leaders with one local county met to discuss replacing one of their existing school buildings.
Tackle hunger with RIFA’s Souper Bowl of Caring
The Regional Inter-Faith Association will be raising funds to help fight hunger in our community through the Souper Bowl of Caring.
Cheron Denise Sanders
Funeral service for Cheron Denise Sanders, age 47, will be Monday, January 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM in the Chapel of Mercer Brothers Funeral Home. Ms. Sanders died on Friday, January 10, 2025 at her home in Antioch, TN. Visitation…
5 local members of Hoover Criminal Gang sentenced for racketeering, firearms crimes
A leader in the Hoover Criminal Gang was sentenced to 15 years in prison today for ordering fellow gang members to murder a suspected rival gang member.
The Jackson Symphony to receive 4th Challenge America Award from NEA
The Jackson Symphony is pleased to announce it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Challenge America award of $10,000.
Darlene Alice (Nance) Paschall
Darlene Alice (Nance) Paschall passed away peacefully at her home in Greenwood, MS on Thursday, January 16, 2025. She was born on March 15, 1934, in Cottage Grove, TN to the late Ernest Nance and Jewell (Hart) Nance. She married…
Beatrice Elnora Burns
Mrs. Beatrice Elnora Burns was born on December 3, 1927 in Madison County, Tennessee. She departed this life on January 8, 2025. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul C.M.E.…
Robert H. Taylor
Services for Mr. Robert H. Taylor age 79 of Jackson, Tennessee will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025, 11:00 A.M., at the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church. The interment will be in the Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in Parkers Crossroads,…
Tyrone Agins
Funeral service for Tyrone Agins, age 66, will be Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 10:30 AM at Bascom CME Church. Burial will follow at the TN State Veterans Cemetery at Parkers Crossroads. Mr. Agins died Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at…
What the Tech: Help seeing your phone
Do you ever find yourself struggling to read text on your smartphone? Maybe you've forgotten your glasses, or you're in a situation where fishing them out of your bag is impractical. While increasing the text size is an option, it can make the screen look cluttered and require excessive scrolling. But there's a better way!
Lane College addresses alleged campus assault
After a viral Facebook post was shared regarding an alleged assault on Lane College's campus, we reached out to college leaders for more information.
I-40 traffic comes to halt after semi-truck wreck
Around 6 p.m. Wednesday, we received calls from our WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Tipsters regarding a wreck on I-40 halting all traffic west and eastbound.
Beatrice Elnora Burns
Mrs. Beatrice Elnora Burns was born on December 3, 1927 in Madison County, Tennessee. She departed this life on January 8, 2025. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul C.M.E.…
