"The City of Jackson this year has really surrounded itself with recycling and sustainability and so we want to start moving towards those goals," said Robin Chance, Recycling Coordinator, City of Jackson. Chance says this survey will also help her…
While some recycled for Earth Day, others helped Mother Nature in a different way. Green Interchange, a non-profit, set a goal this year to plant more than eight thousand trees. To find out more information on the non-profit and other…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local organizations collaborate to improve school library. According to information received from United Way of West TN, a joint collaboration between their organization, and The West TN Healthcare Foundation led to the renovation of a local school…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Celebrate with a free movie! According to information from the Jackson-Madison County Library, in celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, they will be hosting a free movie event. The event will take place on Friday, April 29, beginning…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local legal service to help eligible individuals with expungement. According to a news release from Madison Area Democratic Women, persons interested in expunging their criminal record and who meet eligibility requirements can register for a free Expungement…
JACKSON, Tenn. --- A local group brings back fun event for Hub City kids. Hope Lodge #144 PHA held it's second annual Community Easter Day in Jackson. The non-profit event…
BELLS, Tenn. -- Teams partner for community Easter event. Two basketball teams joined forces to provide a fun Easter event for local children in Crockett County . The West TN Hoopers AAU basketball team and Good Guys hosted the…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. --One Tennessee lottery player is $20 million dollars richer! According to information received from the Tennessee Education Lottery, a winning ticket worth $20 million was sold in Tennessee, but not yet claimed. The Mega Millions jackpot winning ticket…
The Read Team is committed to bringing literacy skills to youth throughout West TN. The Read Team is always looking for volunteers to become coaches, and they also accept donations. For more information on The Read Team visit, https://thereadteam.org/home.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Enjoy classic movies and a good cup of coffee? The Jackson Madison County Library will now offer a fun event for those who love classic films! The monthly event, entitled "Coffee with the Classics," will take place…
JACKSON, Tenn. --- Love K-Pop? Come to the library to hear it! According to the Jackson Madison County Library, a new monthly event will celebrate those who adore the new music trend K-Pop. The event invites teens to come…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The JMC Library will host several April programs. According to information from the Jackson-Madison County Libary, several programs will be offered throughout this month. The following is a listing of events taking place in April: Tuesdays, 10:30…
JACKSON, Tenn. – JMC Library offering new exercise program. According to information received from the Jackson-Madison County Library, a new exercise class will be offered. Tai chi classes will be held on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. Tai chi is a…
JACKSON, Tenn. --JPD investigating early morning homicide. According to information received from the Jackson Police Department, on Saturday morning April 9 around 4:35 a.m. officers responded to shots fired in the area of East Deadrick Street near North Hays Avenue.…
JACKSON, Tenn. --Toddler's parents located. The Jackson Police Department has located the parents of the toddler found in the area of Kingsfield Drive. JPD would like to thank the community for their assistance. The investigation is on going and further…
For more information on the Breaking the Chains 100 Miler visit their Facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=280820840840793&id=130307045892174
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Get ready for some music, 2022 Spring Concert planned for May. The Jackson Area Community Bands will present their Spring 2022 Concert on Monday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. at Union University's Savage Chapel. The Symphonic Winds…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- JPD needs assistance locating parents of toddler. According to information from the Jackson Police Department, assistance is needed in locating the parents or guardian of a toddler found in the area of Kingsfield Drive. The toddler…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Looking for a new book to purchase? The Friends of the JMC Library can help! According to information from the Jackson-Madison County Library, a Pop-Up Book Shop will soon be held at Woodstock Bake Shop in Jackson.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Lace up your sneakers and roll up your sleeves, festival brings a 5K and the chance to recycle items. According to information from Keep Jackson Beautiful's Facebook page, a huge event is scheduled this month offering several…
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Get those baskets ready, a fun event returns to Jackson. The Jackson-Madison Co. Free Community Easter Eggstravaganza is set to return to Jackson on Saturday, April 9 at 11:00 a.m. The event will take place at Leeper Lane…
Artists from all over the country showcased their talent at the Walls Art Park in Waverly, TN for the Spring Paint Jam. "Graffiti has such a negative undertone and it's not, it's beautiful! It's art and I think people can…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local library offering a program to make something new 'again'. According to a news release from The Jackson-Madison County Library, a new ongoing program called Upcycling will encourage participants to think out of the box to create…
JACKSON, Tenn. --- Marathon will return to the Hub City to celebrate a milestone. This year the Andrew Jackson Marathon returns to Jackson celebrating 50 years. The famous race started in 1972 and has been an annual event ever since.…
March 26th is National Epilepsy Awareness Day! Also known as 'Purple Day,' the event aims to spread awareness on the neurological condition that affects nearly 50 million people worldwide. Many people who honor the day choose to wear purple in…
SHILOH, Tenn. --National military park will commemorate their 160th anniversary. According to a news release, Shiloh National Military Park will commemorate the 160th anniversary by offering a variety of special events. A statement from Park Superintendent, Allen Etheridge said, "2022…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local library offering game nights. According to information received from the Jackson-Madison County Library, they will now be offering game nights. The game nights will be held two nights a week on every first and third Thursday…
MADISON CO., Tenn. -- High speed chase under investigation. We were alerted by two of our Wbbj-7 Eyewitness News tipsters of a high speed chase that occurred overnight. The sources tell us that…
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Lights Up! Theatre Co. will hold auditions for an upcoming show. According to information from Lights Up! Theatre Co., auditions will be held for the upcoming show, "Seussical Jr." Lights Up! Theatre Co. says this production will be…
To find additional information on the UNC Popup Shops visit the Facebook page here.
JACKSON, Tenn. --- JMC Library plans special Bicentennial program. According to a news release from the Jackson-Madison County Library, a special Bicentennial event is planned for April. The event entitled, "The Accidental Fame and Lack of Fortune of West Tennessee's…
Some taxpayers may qualify for free income tax preparation through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, a program offered by the IRS. This program is for taxpayers who earn $58,000 or less, taxpayers with disabilities and limited English speaking tax payers.…
CHESTER Co., Tenn. ---A local boy is helping students in his community. A Boy Scout in Chester County created a way to help out students in the community by building something new at school. Jay Hunt wanted to surprise…
JACKSON, Tenn. --Local library offers new ongoing program. According to a news release from the Jackson-Madison County Library, 'Stitching Hour' will now be offered every Tuesday at 2:00 pm. Those interested in the ongoing program can come by the library…
For more information on Phi Delta Kappa Sorority, and the scholarships they offer, visit the website here.
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A local non-profit welcomes new board members. According to a news release from Area Relief Ministries, the local non-profit has recently appointed seven new volunteer members to its Board of Directors. The new board members include Billy…
JACKSON, Tenn. --- Time to move those clocks! Spring it forward! Well, it is once again time to spring forward! Daylight Saving Time starts tomorrow, March 13, so don't forget to move those clocks forward one hour ahead at 2:00…
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Snow covers parts of West TN and residents are showing us just how much! Snow blanketed the West TN area as predicted on Friday evening. Although it made for dangerous travel throughout Friday night and early Saturday…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local theater will celebrate the works of many area artists. According to a Facebook post, The Ned will hosts an art reception coming up this Tuesday, March 8 in Jackson. The reception will feature the works…
JACKSON, Tenn. --- City of Jackson flag design contest continues. In celebration of the Bicentennial, officials with the City of Jackson are still looking for a new flag design. The contest is open to all ages and artistic abilities. The…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Final month for local leaf trucks to do pick-ups. According to the City of Jackson Facebook page, local residents should be reminded that March is the final month for local leaf trucks to do pick ups. The trucks…
Trinity Christian Academy is a private Christian school located in Jackson that offers classes from Pre-K - 12th grade levels. For more information on TCA, visit the website here, or find them on Facebook here.
--CDC offers a new tool to check COVID-19 rates. If you have plans to go on vacation soon, but are wondering about COVID-19 numbers in the area you are headed, well the CDC has now dropped a new tool to…
JACKSON, Tenn. --Lifeline Blood Services will host several mobile blood drives throughout the month of March. For the week of March 7-11, you can find a mobile blood drives at one of the locations listed below. 3/7: Parsons 1:00 p.m.-6:00…
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Local library to offer several programs for kids this month. According to a news release from the Jackson-Madison County Library, there will be several programs for children in the month of March. The programs will include story hours…
JACKSON, Tenn. --- Jackson Fire Department responds to car fire. The Jackson Fire Department is investigating a car fire that took place Saturday evening in the parking lot of Chipotle located at 883 Vann…
JACKSON, Tenn. --- Library to celebrate Black History Month with movie night. According to a news release from Jackson-Madison County Library, in celebration of Black History Month they will host a movie night. The film selected for the screening is…
JACKSON, Tenn. --- A local school system will host a career fair. According to information received from JMCSS, the organization will host a job fair coming up in March. The career fair will be held to recruit talent for…
PARIS, Tenn. -- Henry County High School students receive some hands-on work experience. According to a news release from Henry County Medical Center, some high school students from Henry County High School are participating in a career "test drive" with…
JACKSON, Tenn. --- Flying through the air, "Peter Pan" comes to Jackson. According to a news release from Ballet Arts of Jackson, their spring performance to be held in March will be "Peter Pan." The ballet will include all the…
