JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department shared an update on Monday's shooting and is also asking for your help. Around 8 p.m. on Monday, the Jackson Police Department's officers responded…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Madison County officials met Monday evening to discuss significant business matters. Early in the evening, the Madison County commissioners convened for their August meeting. During…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Farmers try to overcome adversity during this year's harvest. With severe weather and rainfall hitting West Tennessee at an alarming rate this year, many farmers in…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- From books and lectures to being a personal hero to someone in need, these students are saying "Yes" to the cause. Freed-Hardeman University students Clark Endsley and…
SHILOH, Tenn. -- A new report from the National Park Service is showing the impact Shiloh National Military Park has on the local economy. According to the news release,…
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency released two news releases: TENNESSEE’S 2023 FREE HUNTING DAY SET FOR SATURDAY, SQUIRREL SEASON TO OPEN NASHVILLE --- Tennessee residents are allowed to hunt without a license on Saturday, Aug. 26 which coincides with the opening…
MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee welcomed their Class of 2027 on Thursday. Incoming students enjoyed four fun-filled days as they began their journey as new Skyhawks. On Thursday, students moved in and transformed their dorms into their…
From the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation: NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) mobile household hazardous waste collection service will be in Henry County on Saturday, Aug. 26. Tennesseans are encouraged to bring household hazardous…
NOTE - The TWRA wants to build a comprehensive report each week of the state’s lakes. If you do not see a report for your favorite lake and you are someone who can provide a report, please contact us at Ask.TWRA@tn.gov and provide…
Here is a recap from the first week of football here in West Tennessee:
HENDERSON, Tenn.---A Chester county family is left with many unanswered questions after their relative was fatally shot during an arrest operation by FBI agents. Thursday morning an arrest warrant by FBI agents ended in the fatal shooting of a Chester…
JACKSON, Tenn.---A popular event puts driver's racing skills to the test. Hosted by Hub City Speed the 5th autocross event of 2023 was held on Sunday. The event was open to all ages, experience levels, and vehicles, as long as…
JACKSON, Tenn.---A special expo draws animal lovers to the Jackson Fairgrounds. The Jackson Fairgrounds recently played host to the Exotic Pet Expo that brought in a large number of people from all around West Tennessee. A wide variety of different…
JACKSON, Tenn.---Softball season may have ended across the nation, but for these officials and Jackson celebrities it has only just begun. This year marked the second year of Jackson's Celebrity Softball Game.…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.---What's a better way of drinking wine than making it yourself. The Crown Winery hosted their Sixth Annual Grape Stomping competition. Friends and families were invited from all over to help…
JACKSON, Tenn.---A local high school football player is injured. On Friday, August 18, a Liberty Tech High School football player was injured during the game against JCM. During the game, a Liberty Tech player was escorted off the field via…
HENDERSON, Tenn.---Freshman found their new home at Freed-Hardeman University at Move-in Day. We spoke to the president of Freed-Hardeman who told us about Welcome Home. This is the day they…
ADAMSVILLE, Tenn.---A special community day brings in fossil and history enthusiasts. A community day was held Saturday at the UTM Coon Creek Science Center in Adamsville at 9 am and 1 pm.…
HARDIN CO. Tenn.---Highway named for fallen officer. According to the Hardin Co. Sheriff’s Department’s social media, Officer Matthew Locke was honored this morning at a ceremony in Adamsville, dedicating the naming of a section of Highway 64 in his memory. …
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- As the summer closes, Football Friday nights are just kicking off. Lexington High School celebrated 100 years of football on Friday evening at the Lexington High…
It is the first week of football here in West Tennessee! We have a list of scores and highlights from the games below: Jackson Central-Merry 31 Liberty Tech 0 [blox_vms account="WBBJ" key="493c956d6a388f8c9d9d2bdfc3a1a569c061c21c" vtitle="JCM VS LIBERTY GAME OF WEEK FOR WEEK…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A grant is helping one program reach more people. Resilient West Tennessee is a program of the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. It's also the recipient of the ACE's Innovation…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The US Marshals Service says a wanted man was captured in a creek bed on Friday. Marshals say that Cory Waldrop, 39, was captured near Hornsby in Hardeman…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- One library is helping its community come together through shared interests and hobbies. The Henderson County-Lexington Everett Horn Public Library has programs for all ages. The library is located…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The 12th Annual Alzheimer’s Conference is being held in late September, according to West Tennessee Healthcare. This year's conference is set to be held on September 26, and will see Melanie Bunn return as a guest speaker,…
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- Two people were arrested and several items were seized by law enforcement on Thursday in Carroll County. According to a news release from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, law enforcement has been targeting illicit drug activity in…
SALTILLO, Tenn. -- A barbecue festival is being held next week in West Tennessee! The Tennessee River BBQ Fest is set to be held from August 25 to August 26. The festival will be held along the banks of the…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- In advance of the upcoming Charity Gala, winners and organizers met for a preview event. To kick off the 32nd annual Charity Gala, the community foundation of West Tennessee invited…
JACKSON, Tenn. — Union University welcomed the Class of 2027 by helping them move in. This is an annual event for the university, with upperclassmen, staff, and faculty…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new dining option is added to the Hub City. Pretzel Maker opened its doors to Jackson residents. The store is located on Stonebrook Place. Pretzel Maker has…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- There were no injuries following an early morning house fire in Henderson County. According to Lynn Murphy, with the Henderson County Fire Department, firefighters were called to the 15000 block of Highway 104 North around…
NEWBERN, Tenn. -- The Newbern Police Department says they are stepping up their enforcement on impaired driving. The department shared on Facebook that they will be working with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office for the "Booze It and Lose…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office is investigating thefts of both vehicles and firearms. According to a news release, between late Wednesday night and early Thursday morning, the sheriff's office responded to thefts reported in the Cotton…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A nonprofit says they are bringing back their cornhole tournament. CASA of West Tennessee says their Rock and Roll Cornhole Tournament will be at the Farmers Market in downtown Jackson. The tournament will serve as a fundraiser…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Gibson County Sheriff's Office is warning residents of scammers posing as the Gibson Fireman's Association. The sheriff's office shared via Facebook that the scammers are calling from a Pennsylvania number (717) 971-6619. They say…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services is hosting its Back to School Blood Drive! The drive is set for Thursday, August 24 at 183 Sterling Farms Drive in Jackson, with they Dyersburg location…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Second Annual Casey Jones Village Festival has been announced! The festival has been set for Saturday, October 14 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., according to a news release. The release says the festival, which is…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- An organization warns donors to be cautious when supporting wildfire relief in Maui. In the wake of the devastating wildfires that have ravaged Maui, the Better Business Bureau…
MEDINA, Tenn. -- Good Samaritans have finally captured a homeless dog. For around a year, a local group of concerned citizens has been trying to catch a stray dog. The dog could…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Virtual auditions for "American Idol" are just days away from coming to a screen near you! Could you be the next American Idol? That's always the question contestants…
HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- According to the Huntingdon Police Department, the water plant is continuing to run with the right pH measurements. The department posted to Facebook saying that Wednesday morning tests show that the plant is running at appropriate levels,…
Are you planning on taking any trips soon? Make sure to plan accordingly when it comes to using a secure network. Whether on vacation or out and about in a public space,…
JACKSON, Tenn. – “How are the roads?” We have a list of apps, maps and more to help you answer that question. First and foremost, the Tennessee Department of Transportation provides the SmartWay map. The map is available online through…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson held the last of four community open houses to allow residents to view the growth that will be coming to the city in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A fundraising event for a local library brought a special guest to the Hub City. Sean Dietrich, a columnist, novelist, podcast host, and two-time guest entertainer at the…
With numerous opportunities emerging due to the influx of new companies into West Tennessee, the topic of housing has gained significant traction. Across the nation, mortgage rates are experiencing an…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A special meeting was called forth by the Tennessee Board of Regents in order to vote on two pressing matters. The first was the review and recommendation of…
MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn.-- In a densely wooded area along the McNairy-Hardeman County line late Sunday night, a Norfolk Southern train derailed. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness New traveled to the site today to gather…
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Flooding changed an entire community as some residents were displaced from their homes, or could no longer use their cars due to damages. [caption id="attachment_1677727" align="aligncenter"…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A special after school center is opening its doors in the Hub City. The Kingdom Support Solutions Ministry Executive Director, Christina Littlejohn, will be opening up an afterschool…
