JACKSON, Tenn. – A local nonprofit organization recognized the hard work and dedication put in by one company in the Hub City. Delta Faucet received the 2023 Dream Builder Award presented…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Temperatures are expected to drop drastically in the next few days with the possibility of snow early next week. We want to make sure you are prepared, and…
MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin will provide students with guidance and information to help them do well on the ACT and to put together a good college essay. ACT PREP – Incoming…
From the University of Tennessee at Martin: This year’s breakfast in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Martin originally scheduled for Jan. 15 has been canceled due to inclement weather. Brad Thompson, the director of the City…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The first exclusive macaron vending machine in the US has opened in Jackson! A ribbon cutting was held Friday at Catbird Studio where the machine is located. It…
The following is a news release from the Obion County Tourism Board: [Obion County, Tennessee] – Obion County Tourism Board, Inc. is excited to announce the appointment of Executive Director, Caroline Partin. While a native of Henry County, Partin has…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department says a man has been arrested as a suspect in the shooting death of an 18-year-old. The department says their…
The following is a news release from University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture: KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — University of Tennessee Extension and partners Agricenter International and Tennessee Wildlife Federation have received a $15.9 million grant from USDA’s NRCS Regional Conservation Partnership Program to advance conservation…
The following is a news release from the Southwest Human Resource Agency Head Start in Chester County: The Southwest Human Resource Agency Head Start program is now accepting applications for 3 and 4-year-old children to attend Head Start classes beginning…
It's time now to recognize this week's Educator of the Week presented by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Gretta Massey teaches English and literature to 10th through 12th graders at Lexington High School. She says…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Due to risk associated with rain, Jackson's Winter Wonderland event has been cancelled for Friday. However, hours on Saturday have now been extended to 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Taking place at the West Tennessee Farmers Market…
UPDATE FROM THE CITY OF JACKSON: The City of Jackson will extend emergency services to provide a Temporary Warming Center for homeless men, women and children for freezing weather days. Beginning Wednesday, January 17, 2024 through the remainder of the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With possible snow days away, state crews are preparing roadways. The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s Community Relations Officer, Nichole Lawrence, talked about how they are preparing for possible adverse road conditions.…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson Energy Authority is gearing up for winter weather and they are asking you to do the same. Thursday, we spoke to Leslie Jones with JEA who said on…
The City of Jackson, Boren and Boyd, Deaton's Carpet One, Allen Samuels and WBBJ-TV have partnered to once again give back to small businesses in West Tennessee through a monthly competition. December's winner…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Jackson Central-Merry Early College High announced that 41 seniors will graduate this year with a high school diploma in addition to an Associate’s degree. This will be the first time over…
The following is a news release from the Rockabillys: Jackson, Tenn - On Tuesday Night, June 18, the Rockabillys will host and present a re-enactment of a big game between the Rockford Peaches and the Racine Belles, a tribute from…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Community leaders and members of law enforcement came together to bow their heads and pay tribute to a fallen hero. The Jackson Police Department, along with Pastor Clarence Currie…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Jackson Mayor Scott Conger held a brief press conference regarding the emergency shelter plan for the upcoming weather. The temperatures are expected to drop dramatically in the coming days and the…
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. – The Hardin County Sheriff’s Office shared an update on an incident involving Saltillo Mayor Gregory Billings and two others. The sheriff confirmed that Kenneth Wade took out a criminal summons against Billings for assault. The sheriff…
Selmer and Ramer Head Start in McNairy County is now taking applications for our free preschool program. Learn more here.
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. – The Brownsville-Haywood County Parks and Rec Department held the grand re-opening and ribbon cutting of the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center Thursday morning. They are reopening after a two-and-a-half-year closure…
The following is a news release from Bramblett Group: Henderson, Tennessee – (Jan. 11, 2024) – It began with the pure and simple love of music. A group of young women, traveling together in a van, singing along with the…
The following is a news release from West Tennessee Healthcare: Jackson, Tennessee (January 11, 2024) – In preparation for the upcoming freezing weather, the City of Jackson has designated two sites to provide emergency shelter for homeless men, women and…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local ministry plans to give as much as they can to those who need it. “Kingdom Support Solutions” ministries will host their very first mobile food pantry drive. The first…
UPDATE (2/12/24): District Attorney speaks out after Gibson Co. property declared public nuisance EARLIER STORY: LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Following a stand-off Wednesday, two men have been arrested in connection to the shooting death of a Reagan man. [caption id="attachment_1745933" align="aligncenter"…
UPDATE: A GoFundMe has been organized to help with funeral expenses. Click here for information. MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Wednesday evening wreck claimed the life of a Lexington woman. 38-year-old Kenya Hicks was killed in a two-vehicle crash on…
For those with goals to read more books in 2024, there is a book that explores literature, history, and scripture to focus on the importance of living out the golden rule. Thomas Fellows…
HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- First responders are bringing awareness to heat lamp risks following the death of two animals. According to the Hardin County Fire Department, firefighters responded to a reported…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Henderson County is offering a way to keep warm amid upcoming winter weather. Henderson County Emergency Management, along with Mayor Robby McCready and the Henderson County Homeless Coalition, announced that a warming center will be opening.…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. – An annual audit of Gibson County for the 2023 fiscal year was completed by the Tennessee Comptroller's Office. In their news release, the Comptroller's Office stated their audit showcased…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. – Mayor AJ Massey addressed the State of the County to members of the Rotary Club Wednesday. Mayor Massey said the county is in a good financial standing coming…
STANTON, Tenn. – A community impact meeting regarding BlueOval City happened Wednesday. Ford shared updates on the project and those in attendance heard from Kel Kearns, the plant manager. BlueOval City will be…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Local students got to meet some community leaders for a special cause. Pope Elementary students are the first of many to receive a special gift that serves as a daily reminder…
JACKSON, Tenn. – US Sen. Marsha Blackburn started her 95-county tour last week in West Tennessee and is proposing harsher penalties for the illegal sale of tickets for concerts, sporting events, and other forms…
Leaders Credit Union has expanded their leadership team to include Chris Gray, Chief Mortgage Officer, Hinna Jamal, Sales Strategy Officer, and Chad Tilman, Vice President of Business Services. Read more here.
(Humboldt, TN, January 10, 2024) – Humboldt City Schools Athletic Director, George Yarbro announced today Mr. Hayden Williams has accepted the position as Head Football Coach of the Humboldt Vikings Football program. Williams leaves the Head Coach position at Bolivar…
UPDATE (2/12/24): District Attorney speaks out after Gibson Co. property declared public nuisance UPDATE (01/11/2024): Stand-off ends with 2 murder suspects in custody GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. – Law enforcement visited the same location of…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Homelessness is on the rise and a few experts shared facts and potential solutions for this crisis. Ann Oliva, the CEO of the National Alliance to End Homelessness, says that when everyone…
MILAN, Tenn. -- Authorities are seeking information on a break-in at a local business. According to Crime Stoppers, the Milan Police Department is investigating an incident at El Gallero Mexican Restaurant. Crime Stoppers says the two individuals pictured recently…
The following is a news release from the State of Tennessee: NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced the Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security (ELVIS) Act, a bill updating Tennessee’s Protection of Personal Rights law to include…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Jackson Mayor Scott Conger addressed the State of the City to members of the Jackson Exchange Club on Tuesday. Mayor Scott Conger expressed gratitude to the City of Jackson. In his speech, he addressed many departments…
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local organization is aiming to enhance the well-being of seniors who are housed in assisted living facilities and retirement homes. Hub City Connect announced a new project called the…
From the Obion County Sheriff's Office on Facebook: MISSING FROM TROY, TN Charles Baldridge, 62 year old, white, male from Troy, TN was last seen headed South on Highway 51 South in Troy, TN approximately 2:45PM on Monday, January 8,…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson-Madison County School System Board meeting was at 9 a.m. Tuesday at their central office. It covered topics such as grant money and school resource officers. They also spoke…
JACKSON, Tenn. – The recently named Miss West Tennessee for America Strong 2024, Heather Brooke, is preparing for her next pageant. The Miss Tennessee for America strong is a part of the Miss America…
JACKSON, Tenn. – Sponsored by Roberts Jewelers, guests at this 22nd annual event will enjoy an evening of gourmet dinner and dancing featuring Nashville's number-one party band. Patrons can bid for exciting live…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. – We have an update regarding the investigation of a shooting that occurred in Henderson County Monday morning. Early Monday morning WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News received a tip of a heavy police presence in the 300 block…
HENDERSON, Tenn. – It is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and one local coffee shop is making it a point to show their support. Besso's Coffee in downtown Henderson opened in 2020 and…
The Jackson Police Department released statement regarding the death of Sgt. Warren Olden: Yesterday, the City of Jackson lost a true public servant. Sergeant Warren Olden was larger than life in many ways. At 6 foot 7 inches tall,…
