WHITEVILLE, Tenn. -- On Thursday, June 2, a ceremony was held at CoreCivic's Hardeman County Correctional Facility, celebrating the graduation of 29 student inmates. 12 student inmates earned a high school equivalency diploma, while 17 earned career technical education…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation has launched a new hotline for drivers to address road safety concerns. Tennesseans can call 833-TDOTFIX (833-836-8349) to report potholes and other maintenance issues on interstates and state routes. “We all know…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- According to the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has placed Madison County at a high COVID-19 Community Level. Community Levels are a tool used by the CDC to determine what…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- As summer arrives, families will be headed outside to enjoy the sunny days. On Tuesday, author and lifestyle expert Meredith Sinclair shared some of this year's trendiest toys that will keep…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Play Ball Jackson has revealed the name of the new baseball team that will be stepping up to the plate at the Jackson Ballpark. Courtesy: Play…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial Committee is seeking public input on what to place inside of a new time capsule. From now until July 15, residents are invited to email celebrate@jacksonmadison200.com with their suggestions. Ideas should "capture the…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says a Humboldt man has been charged with aggravated arson after a fire at a local motel. Around 9 p.m. on Sunday, June 19, the Humboldt Fire Department responded to a report…
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- The Bolivar Police Department confirms one man died in a Sunday night shooting at a local gas station. At around 10:03 p.m. on June 19, Bolivar police responded to a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A special event celebrating the Mercer community is coming this Saturday. As part of the Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial Celebration, "Heritage Days" have been planned for several individual communities in the area. Previous Heritage Days have been held…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- News outlets report the man accused of murdering Holly Bobo is seeking a new trial. This appeal comes five years after Zach Adams began serving his life sentence for the murder…
CAMDEN, Tenn. -- The Benton County Sheriff's Office confirms the death of a local woman. According to dispatch, deputies responded to a report of a deceased female at a Camden residence on Sunday, June 19. Authorities say the woman is…
This week marks the release of Baz Luhrmann's "Elvis," the much-anticipated biopic on the King of Rock starring Austin Butler and Tom Hanks. Ahead of the film's debut, Scholarship Institute analyzed search trends…
The average gas prices in Tennessee have fallen 5.6 cents in the last week, averaging $4.58 per gallon on Monday. That’s according to the latest report from GasBuddy in a survey of over 3,800 gas stations across the state. That average is…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- The former superintendent of Chickasaw State Park was honored Friday with a special ceremony more than 50 years in the making. Family, friends and park staff gathered as the bridge…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A heat wave is turning up the temperature in West Tennessee, but one local food truck is working to keep you cool. Seb's Shaved Ice is located at 3100 North Highland Avenue in Jackson. Owner Ronny…
For the past year, WBBJ reporter Marcos Santander has worked to help tell some of the biggest stories in the West Tennessee community. This week, the team is saying "goodbye" as he takes on a new opportunity. We had a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A series of free movie screenings is coming to one local park in Jackson. The City of Jackson's Recreation and Parks Department is hosting Movies in the Park at Liberty Garden. The screenings will be held outdoors…
DYER, Tenn. -- 24-year-old Jamocus Jackson has been arrested for the murder of his girlfriend following an investigation into a suspicious death in Dyer, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee Imaging Center is closing until further notice. According to officials with West Tennessee Healthcare, the closure is due to a lack of air conditioning. Officials say…
UPDATE (6/14/22): TBI: Gibson County man arrested for murder of girlfriend in Dyer DYER, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirms a "suspicious death" is under investigation in Dyer. On Sunday afternoon, our team began receiving reports of a…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Obesity continues to be a major issue in the U.S., and data shows around 40% of Americans experience it. While polls suggest a majority of people have tried at least one…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson's first Women Veterans Day commemoration was held Sunday afternoon at VFW Post 6496. The event comes after Tennessee Governor Bill Lee singed a law in 2021 designating June 12 as Women Veterans Day. Certificates of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Thursday, we spoke with former "Bachelor" and "Bachelorette" contestant Bob Guiney who has some hand-selected gift ideas for Father's Day. As a "Guys Tell All" panelist on…
The latest installment in our web series Food Truck Spotlight takes a look at El Mariachi Loco. Specializing in Mexican food, this food truck can be found at 2024 A North Highland in Jackson, Tennessee (right across the street…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- West Tennessee LGBTQ+ Support will host a potluck brunch in Humboldt in celebration of Pride Month. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Friday, June 17 at Pine Hill Park. "When I…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new young lady will be crowned in Jackson next week as the Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant returns. The preliminary competition will take place at 7 p.m. nightly from June 15-17 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating shots fired on Monday evening in east Jackson. According to JPD, around 11:28 p.m. on June 6, a Shotspotter alert notified officers of shots fired near the 100 block of Lincoln…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- An annual Fourth of July celebration is once again returning to Lexington. Festival of the Lakes will take place at Beech Lake on Monday, July 4. The free, family-friendly event features a night full of live music,…
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- Two women have been arrested in Huntingdon as part of an ongoing drug investigation. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, a proactive operation has been underway since January…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Deal-seekers and treasure hunters will be treated to the return of an annual event starting Thursday. The 19th Annual Highway 70 Yard Sale will take place from June 9-11. Stretching along Highway 70, the sale connects deal-seekers…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Governor Bill Lee is issuing Executive Order 97 on Monday, which aims to enhance school safety measures across the state. The order directs accountability measures for school safety and calls for an evaluation of training for…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Music will fill the air in downtown Jackson this summer as The AMP kicks off its 2022 concert season. Eight free performances will take place at the award-winning, open-air…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Animal Care Center is hosting the 2022 Pets Rock Fest this month. The event will take place on Saturday, June 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Jackson Fairgrounds. "We are delighted to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- 21-year-old Demarqushon Hinton has been charged with attempted first degree murder following a shooting in east Jackson last week. According to court documents, around 4:15 p.m. on Thursday, May 26, the Jackson Police Department responded to the…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Gibson County Sheriff Paul Thomas confirms the death of an inmate at the Gibson County Correctional Complex. According to a release from the sheriff's office, on Tuesday, May 31, correctional…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System announces they will partner with YMCA of West Tennessee to provide new offerings for child care. Beginning in August, the YMCA's Before and After Care programs,…
MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin will hold an election forum next week for the 2022 state election. UT Martin Chancellor Keith Carver speaking during the WestStar Leadership Program’s Tennessee gubernatorial forum held…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department continues to investigate a robbery at a local jewelry store. According to police, a group of individuals robbed Kay Jewelers, located inside Old Hickory Mall, around 6…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A piece of history will be unveiled in Jackson this week. The Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial Commission will be excavating a time capsule from 1972. The capsule was buried at a site in Muse Park as part of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Hub City Youth Health Expo is coming to Jackson on Friday, June 3. The event gives local students a chance to participate in physical activities and demonstrations that promote wellness and a healthy lifestyle. "The expo…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System is helping their students prepare for high school. Incoming ninth graders are invited to participate in Freshman Academy, a three-day camp that will be held at their 2022-2023 high school campus. Soon-to-be…
HENRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency confirms a Humboldt man died while fishing in Henry County on Sunday. Around 11:15 a.m. on May 22, TWRA officers responded to a call about an unoccupied boat on Kentucky Lake.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An incident at a local grocery store raised concerns for shoppers on Monday evening. We received reports of an altercation inside the Kroger located on West University Parkway in Jackson. Video…
UPDATE (5/23/22): Family members confirm Kole has been located. SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- The Savannah Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing woman. Police say Stormy D. Kole was…
SHILOH, Tenn. -- Shiloh National Military Park is seeking a unique donation -- bottle caps. Shiloh is asking for bottle caps of any size, either plastic or metal, for a special…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- On Friday, officials announced that 43 people in West Tennessee were arrested in April as part of a joint federal, state and local law enforcement initiative known as Operation "River Run." A press release states that the…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Over the weekend, the Dyersburg Police Department says a man allegedly seeking help after being shot was then shot by a family member. Around 12:30 a.m. on May 15, Dyersburg…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Authorities are asking for help with locating an accused child sex abuser. According to Crime Stoppers, Jose Loredo is wanted in Madison County for failure to appear on multiple…
SHILOH, Tenn. -- A weekend of events honoring Memorial Day is coming to Shiloh National Military Park. On Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29, the sound of cannon fire will…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A suspect in April's fatal shooting near North Parkway and the 45 Bypass in Jackson is facing multiple murder charges. According to arrest records from the Jackson Police Department, 19-year-old Jadan Jermaine Bills has been charged with…
