JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local Elks Lodge is looking for nominations honoring senior citizens. Jackson Elks Lodge #192 is seeking nominations for a Distinguished Senior Citizen for 2023-2024. The lodge says the nominee must be 65 years or older, be…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Local authorities announce an arrest in a kidnapping and auto theft that occurred Tuesday. According to the Dyersburg Police Department, officers received a distress call on Tuesday afternoon about a stolen vehicle with an infant on board.…
PERRY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Law enforcement in Perry County confirm a search is underway for a man near the Tennessee River. Tuesday evening, 101.3 WOPC in Linden reported that the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- First responders were on the scene of a multi-vehicle wreck Wednesday morning in the Hub City. Tipsters alerted us to the collision, which occurred along the 2000 block of North Highland Avenue, near George A. Smith…
CROCKETT COUNTY, TENN-- Tuesday night parents of Crockett County Middle School students gathered in the cafeteria to listen to an agent from Homeland Security offer free parent safety training on the dangers of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A young reenactor was dispatched to Nashville to represent an annual event. Wyatt Fields, 13, represented the Tennessee River Rendezvous after being invited to the 2024 Veterans Legislative Day in…
JACKSON, Tenn. – District Attorney Jody Pickens announced that a local rapper named “Big Phil'' has been sentenced over drug and firearm possession. According to the news release, on October 15, 2020, Paul Michael Cheairs, or “Big Phil,” was pulled…
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- New details in the Holly Bobo case arise as a key witness confesses to lying on the stand. Zachary Adams (left), Holly Bobo (Center), Jason…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Gov. Bill Lee visited Jackson State Community College on Tuesday, where he toured different labs such as robotics, capstone, and many more programs. For the last 10 years, Jackson State…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson City Council met Tuesday morning for their February meeting. It was a fairly quick city council meeting that began with the council voting on a budget amendment for various…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- US Marshals say the second of two men wanted in connection to the death of a teen in Dyersburg has been captured in another state. Marshals say that 19-year-old Jeremiah Davis, of Humboldt, was captured in Mayfield,…
The following is a news release from Girl Scouts Heart of the South: MEMPHIS/JACKSON, TN – Feb. 6, 2024 – Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee litter prevention campaign has expanded its Youth Group patch program to include Girl Scouts Heart of the…
TWRA Weekly Fishing Forecast: Boone Reservoir - 1-10-24 Forecast Contributor – Richard Markland, Region 4 Fisheries Technician Reservoir Conditions- Reservoir elevation is 1362.83 The water temperature is 45* degrees. Water clarity 5-10’ visibility. Bass- Fishing is Fair- Largemouth, Spots and Smallmouth…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Gov. Bill Lee gave the State of the State Address on Monday. “As we enter our sixth year of working together, the state of our state is strong,…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local university held a special ceremony on Monday. Union University held their topping-out ceremony at the Carl Grant Event Center. This ceremony was held to celebrate a milestone…
JACKSON, Tenn. – School board members met Monday for a board meeting. Mayors AJ Massey and Scott Conger presented the board with gift baskets to show their appreciation to the board members. As…
The following is a news release from the University of Tennessee at Martin: MARTIN, Tenn. – Carmarry “Pep-C” Hall, a professional break-dancer who is a member of the first U.S. Olympic break team at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris,…
The following is from the IRS: Most U.S. citizens and permanent residents who work in the United States need to file a tax return if they make more than a certain amount for the year. The IRS has a variety of information available on…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Exceptional, funny, and kind were just a few words that were used to describe a great man. Dr. John Sparrow, a physician in plastic and reconstructive surgery, passed away at…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Recreation and Parks Department extends an invitation to the public to participate in their upcoming master plan meeting. This gathering provides an opportunity for community members to express their opinions regarding the attractions they would…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- All month long, doctors' offices and clinics are highlighting the importance of heart disease and remaining healthy. According to the CDC, in 2021, in 33 seconds, one person from the United…
The following is a news release from Tennessee Department of Correction: Tiptonville, Tenn. – The Northwest Correctional Complex (NWCX) will hold multiple rapid hiring events on February 13-14, 2024. Attendees will have an opportunity to be interviewed on the spot…
The following is a news release from the U.S. Marshals Service: Washington, D.C. - The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) are alerting the public of several nationwide imposter scams involving individuals claiming to be…
(Jackson, TN) Dr. Siddique Akbar joins The Jackson Clinic in the Nephrology department. He joins the Clinic with 12 years of training and five years of medical experience across the world. Dr. Akbar received his medical degrees from Khyber Medical…
JACKSON, TN — Deputy Superintendent Dr. Ricky Catlett and Liberty Technology High School principal Donald Hornbuckle have officially announced the hiring of Robert Gillard as the new head football coach at Liberty Technology High School. Previously the head coach at Sheffield…
MARTIN, Tenn.--- Every year, February 4th is World Cancer Day. Today is a day to raise cancer awareness and encourage its prevention, detection and treatment. The Student Nurses Association sponsored…
JACKSON, Tenn.---Jackson’s Hub City Flea Market returned this weekend. The rain didn’t stop visitors from shopping Sunday for bargains and unique items at this month’s Hub City Flea Market. …
Reelfoot Lake State Park is hosting its 20th Annual Eagle Festival from February 2nd through the 4th. To find out for more information about Eagle Fest at Reelfoot Lake State Park call (731) 253-9652 or visit www.tnstateparks.com/parks/reelfoot-lake.
TIPTONVILLE, Tenn.---This weekend was the 20th Annual Eagle Festival at Reelfoot Lake. Reelfoot Lake, a 15,000-acre lake, was created in the early 1800s when earthquakes caused the Mississippi River to flow backward.…
JACKSON, Tenn.---One local event brings some New Orleans flavor to the Hub City. Sacred Heart of Jesus High School and St. Mary's School hosted a Mardi Gras Auction. This event was…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.---Some business owners really put their heart and soul into their work. One local owner shows her gratitude to those workers. Famous Soul Food located on 1412 East Main Street…
JACKSON, Tenn.---Sports cards fans and collectors met today for a card show in the Hub City. Every first Saturday of the month, the Jackson Sports Cards and Collectibles Show is held…
UNION CITY, Tenn.---"Freezin for a reason!" West Tennesseans brave the cold to raise money for the Special Olympics. This morning, brave souls from around West TN took part in the 13th Annual…
This week's Pet of Week from Hero West Rescue is Tilley. Meet the sweetest girl out there! Miss Tilley is a sweet, cuddly, best friend material girl, looking for her fur-ever…
WBBJ 7 Forecast Update: The record high today in Jackson is 73° and we were at 72° at the airport on Friday. We are looking at another warm day…
PARIS, Tenn. – Sweet Jordan's is a local restaurant in Paris that plans on handing out ducks to their special customers on Saturday. Sweet Jordan’s began with a family's recipe of chocolate…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A Black History Month celebration kicked off at Jackson City Hall for the second year. The month-long celebration opened with a proclamation from Mayor Scott Conger, along with the…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has reported Tennessee is among the states with the highest levels of respiratory illnesses. According to the CDC, this has been a trend for…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. – The Greater Jackson Chamber annual breakfast took place Friday at the Carl Grant Event Center at Union University. Madison County Mayor AJ Massey, who has been in office 519 days…
OBION COUNTY, Tenn. -- The search for missing 62-year-old Charles Baldridge, of Troy, continued for the fifth day on Friday. Baldridge went missing on January 9. Obion County law enforcement says that Baldridge's wallet…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A ceremony hosted by the American Heart Association was held for National Go Red Day in the City of Jackson. The ceremony raised awareness among women about cardiovascular disease.…
The following is a news release from West Tennessee Healthcare: Jackson, Tennessee (February 2, 2024) – In recognition of National Heart Month, newborns at Jackson- Madison County General Hospital, Dyersburg Hospital, and Volunteer Hospital in Martin, TN will be doing…
It is time to recognize this week's Educator of the Week, presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Melissa Greenway is a third-grade teacher at Jack's Creek Elementary School in Chester County. In all, she…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Whether love is in the air, or you're looking to celebrate "single's awareness," we have a list of upcoming events to mark Valentine's Day in West Tennessee. Friday, February 9 Valentine's Gala 7-11 p.m. / East Madison…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A suspect is being sought after a recent theft turns unsuccessful. According to Crime Stoppers, in the early morning hours of January 29, a white Chevrolet Avalanche arrived at Ace Electric, located at 16 Premiere Drive in…
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- With February not only being the month of love but also Black History, a local city is celebrating with a new exhibit. The City of Brownsville had local artists participate…
MEDINA, Tenn. – A new business opens its doors in one local town. Healing and Hope Reins held an open house Thursday night to showcase the services they have to offer to the…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Keep Jackson Beautiful and the Jackson Police Department have been working on solutions to stop littering and illegal dumping in the city. One option is the use of cameras to…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. – The Loaded Spud is now open in Lexington. The eatery will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Located at 995 East Church Street, the Loaded…
JACKSON, Tenn. – An organization is searching for participants to pick up a bat. On June 14, the Rockabillys will present a re-enactment of a big game between the Rockford Peaches and the…
