Lack of suitable technology fuels worker resignation, experts say
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you've had a hard day on the job, dealing with troubleshooting and technical difficulties at work may be the last thing you want to do. …
Author: Kyle Peppers
Tennessee unemployment claims affected by website outage
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development is responding to a service outage affecting the state's unemployment system and labor data exchange. The department says on Sunday afternoon, they were notified of a service interruption that…
Jackson Christian School welcomes two new hires
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two new faces are joining the staff at Jackson Christian School. Kendall Naceanceno has been hired as director of K-12 curriculum and instruction, along with Janet Wylie as director of marketing and public relations. Naceanceno is originally…
Food Truck Spotlight: Exit 87 BBQ
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This week on Food Truck Spotlight, we're taking a trip to Exit 87 to check out a popular site offering a southern staple. Exit 87 BBQ is located right off Interstate 40 at 2049 Highway 70…
Registration deadline to vote in Aug. 4 election is July 5
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The registration deadline to vote in the August 4 election is coming up next week. Tennesseans have until July 5th to register to vote or update their voter registration to be able to cast their ballot in…
Death of 2-year-old child under investigation in Big Sandy
BIG SANDY, Tenn. -- The Benton County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a child in Big Sandy. According to dispatch, on Monday, June 27, deputies and EMS responded to a report of a two-year-old found in a pool.…
Jackson doctor gets medical license suspended for second time
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners has suspended a local doctor's medical license for a second time. Dr. Omar Ahmad, a hematology and oncology doctor who operated a private practice in…
Dollar General opens at Exit 93, offers fresh fruit, vegetables
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new Dollar General has opened at Exit 93 in east Madison County. In addition to the affordable home goods and essentials you can expect to find at Dollar General, the new location includes the company's new…
TDOT to halt lane closures for July 4th holiday
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Motorists in Tennessee won't be slowed by road construction over the July 4th weekend. The Tennessee Department of Transportation is suspending all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state routes for…
Applications now open for 2022 Leadership Carroll County
CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- Applications are now open for The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce's 2022 Adult Leadership Carroll County (LCC) class. “Class members will find the sessions to be informative, educational, and fun,” said Natalie Porter, Chair of the…
Sign language classes coming to Jackson-Madison County Library
JACKSON, Tenn. -- American Sign Language classes are returning to the Jackson-Madison County Library this summer. The library has partnered with the Jackson Center for Independent Living to host the classes at 11 a.m. each Tuesday in July. These classes…
Shooting leaves 1 dead, 1 injured at Jackson motel
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is investigating a shooting at a local motel. According to police, officers were dispatched to the Days Inn located at 1919 Highway…
Annual motorcycle ride to support Madison, Henderson Co. CASA
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A group of local motorcycle riders will be hitting the streets for a good cause this weekend. The Villains' 5th Annual Dice Run will take place on Saturday, June 25, with a portion of proceeds collected…
Participants sought for Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial parade
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial Grand Finale Weekend is coming up this August, and you can be a part of the celebration. The Bicentennial committee is seeking participants for the parade that will move through downtown Jackson on…
$50,000 winning Powerball ticket sold in Hardin County
COUNCE, Tenn. -- On Wednesday, one lucky resident in Hardin County won $50,000 in the Tennessee Lottery's Powerball drawing. The winning ticket was purchased at Sportsman's One Stop in Counce, located at 12935 Highway 57. According to the Tennessee Lottery,…
Jackson musician to hold album release party Saturday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- One local artist is preparing to press "play" on his debut album. Hunter Cross, musician and owner of Third Eye Curiosities, is releasing his first full album titled "Existential Origami" on Saturday, June 25. That evening, a…
Adobe initiative aims to fight the rise of false information
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With a rise in false information, altered photos and manipulated videos known as "deepfakes" spreading online, it's important to remember you can't always believe what you see on the…
Trenton police: Former teacher charged with 6 counts of statutory rape
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A former teacher at a school in Trenton has been charged with six counts of statutory rape by an authority figure. The Trenton Police Department confirms 25-year-old Brandon Doyle, who taught chemistry and physics at Peabody High…
29 student inmates graduate in Hardeman County
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…
TDOT launches hotline to report potholes, maintenance issues
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…
Health dept.: COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations rising again in Madison County
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…
New summer toys perfect for outdoor fun
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…
The Jackson Rockabillys: New baseball team name revealed
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…
New time capsule to be buried in August; residents asked for suggestions
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 man charged with aggravated arson in motel fire
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 police ID victim, suspect in fatal gas station shooting
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…
Heritage Day celebration planned for Mercer community
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…
Zach Adams seeks new trial in Holly Bobo murder case
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 woman found dead in trailer with no A/C
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…
Study reveals Tennessee’s favorite Elvis Presley song
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…
Tennessee Gas Prices: Slight drop in past week, $1.76 higher than 1 year ago
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…
Bridge at Chickasaw State Park dedicated to former superintendent Joe Armour
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…
Food Truck Spotlight: Seb’s Shaved Ice
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…
WBBJ says ‘goodbye’ to reporter Marcos Santander
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…
Movies in the Park: Free screenings coming to Liberty Garden
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…
TBI: Gibson County man arrested for murder of girlfriend in Dyer
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.…
Lack of air conditioning closes West Tennessee Imaging Center
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…
TBI investigating ‘suspicious death’ in Dyer
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…
Weight care expert explains why fad diets fail, talks new weight loss app
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…
Women Veterans Day commemoration held in Jackson
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…
Former “Bachelor” Bob Guiney shares Father’s Day gift ideas
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…
Food Truck Spotlight: El Mariachi Loco
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…
Pride Month potluck brunch to be held in Humboldt June 17
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…
Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant returns to Jackson next week
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.…
Police investigate shots fired Monday night in east Jackson
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…
Festival of the Lakes returns to Beech Lake on July 4
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,…
Drug investigation leads to arrest of two women in Huntingdon
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…
Highway 70 Yard Sale begins this Thursday
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…
Tennessee Governor issues Executive Order to enhance school safety
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…
The AMP kicks off free summer concert series on June 17
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…
