Dolly Parton Day declared for music icon’s 80th birthday
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee signed a proclamation Friday designating Jan. 19, 2026, as Dolly Parton Day in Tennessee to honor the country music icon’s 80th birthday.
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Restaurant Inspection Scores: January 9-15
See the most recent food inspection scores for establishments in West Tennessee.
JPD charges 2 Fayette County men in early morning shooting
The Jackson Police Department has charged two Fayette County men in connection with an early morning shooting that occurred on Hughes Drive in Jackson, Tennessee.
Code RED Ministerial Coalition invites residents to celebrate legacy of MLK
The Code Red Ministerial Coalition shares a call to commemorate and celebrate the courage of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Youth Villages to host free movie screening of Sound of Hope Jan. 21
Youth Villages invites the public to a special free screening “Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot.”
Lane College students raise concerns over dorm conditions: ‘I should have just stayed at home’
Some students at Lane College contacted WBBJ recently with issues they say they're having on campus.
Proposals on immigration enforcement flood into state legislatures, heightened by Minnesota action
Tennessee Republicans introduced a package of bills Thursday backed by the White House that would enlist the full force of the state to support President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown.
Freed-Hardeman to host 90th Bible Lectureship beginning Feb. 1
One local university is about to host an annual event that has become a tradition for so many.
UTM to host Future Skyhawk Receptions for accepted students
Students who have been accepted to attend UTM in the fall 2026 semester have a chance to meet faculty members, speak with representatives from financial aid and housing, and learn more about college life through Future Skyhawk Receptions.
THP responds to claim that trooper hit protestor with their car
The Tennessee Highway Patrol has responded to social media posts alleging a man was struck by a trooper vehicle.
State-by-state breakdown of income needed to keep one parent at home
While the cost of raising a young child can now reach over $40,000 in pre-tax income annually, depending on where you live, many families find ways to mitigate some of the larger costs associated with parenthood.
Trump threatens to use the Insurrection Act to end protests in Minneapolis
President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened to invoke an 1807 law and deploy troops to quell persistent protests against the federal officers sent to Minneapolis to enforce his administration's massive immigration crackdown.
MIDDAY GUEST: The Jazz Foundation of West Tennessee
James Cherry with The Jazz Foundation of West Tennessee joined our show to share details on an upcoming concert.
Verizon announces $20 credit available to those affected by outage
Verizon: "Yesterday, we did not meet the standard of excellence you expect and that we expect of ourselves."
A new way to test drive a car
A brand new way to test drive a vehicle just by using your phone? It's one of the newest advances in today's technology.
New state program seeks to combat human trafficking
The State of Tennessee has created a program in an effort to combat human trafficking.
AARP Jackson hosts ‘Coats of Kindness’ to help keep elderly residents warm
Members of one organization gathered for their regular meeting Wednesday morning. However, this time, they brought something with them to give back to the community.
Man accused of pretending to be an officer to steal doughnuts from gas station
A Kentucky man is facing charges after police say he walked into an area gas station and flashed a fake badge to steal coffee and doughnuts.
Dresden Middle’s Becca Steele named semifinalist for national award
Becca Steele, band director and music teacher at Dresden Middle School, has been named a semifinalist for the prestigious CMA Foundation Music Teachers of Excellence Award.
JTA: No bus services on MLK Day
The Jackson Transit Authority says it will not be operating its regular bus service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Trump says anything less than having Greenland in US hands is ‘unacceptable’
President Donald Trump says that NATO should help the U.S. acquire Greenland and anything less than having the island in U.S. hands is unacceptable.
UPDATE: Owner confirms missing dog, Pattycake is back home
We have an update and some good news regarding the dog Pattycake.
JMCSS district-wide spelling bee to return for first time in 20 years
The Jackson-Madison County School System will be having a very important competition soon.
POLL: Do you file your taxes early or late?
The 2026 tax filing season officially opens Monday, January 26, the IRS said in a statement Thursday. So, with the season right around the corner we want to know: Are you usually early or late when it comes to filing?
Greenland official calls it ‘unfathomable’ that the US is considering taking over the island
A senior Greenland government official said Tuesday it’s “unfathomable” that the United States is discussing taking over a NATO ally and urged the Trump administration to listen to voices from the Arctic island's people.
New opportunities available to Madison County families through JMCSS Open Enrollment
Jackson-Madison County School System (JMCSS) is now accepting Open Enrollment applications.
Tennessee Farmer of the Year competition accepting nominations and applications
Organizers of the Tennessee Farmer of the Year program remind all Tennessee farmers that the application window for this prestigious award is open through March 1, 2026.
Scott Adams, whose comic strip ‘Dilbert’ ridiculed white-collar office life, dies at 68
Scott Adams, creator of the comic strip “Dilbert,” has died at 68. His ex-wife Shelly Miles announced his death on Tuesday
Tennessee soldier accounted for from World War II
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced today that U.S. Army Pvt. Condia Lynch Jr., 20, of Knoxville, Tennessee, who was captured and died as a prisoner of war during World War II, was accounted for Aug. 18, 2025.
JDDC opens applications for theLOCAL
Applications for theLOCAL are open now through February 16th.
Titans continue coaching search with interview of former Falcons coach Raheem Morris, AP source says
The Tennessee Titans have continued their search for a coach
Child in critical condition following apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound
The Dyersburg Police Department said a 4-year-old child is in critical condition after an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Local dog owners plead for return of missing ‘Pattycake’
Local dog owners are asking for help locating their lost pet.
Yates sentenced to 2 consecutive life sentences
On Monday, Frederick Yates was sentenced to serve two consecutive life sentences and an additional 18 years in the Tennessee Department of Correction.
Great Wolf Lodge releases statement regarding Jackson location
Bids for construction are in the works for Great Wolf Lodge at Jackson.
BBB: Beware growing number of invoice Scams
The Better Business Bureau is alerting us to another scam on the rise.
Pre-registration at McNairy County Head Start begins Jan. 28
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 in the fall of 2026.
Education Freedom Scholarship application portal opens Jan. 13
The Tennessee Department of Education has announced that the application portal for the Education Freedom Scholarship officially opens Tuesday.
John Rose picks up petition for TN governor
Today, U.S. Congressman John Rose (TN-6, R) notched a milestone in his bid to become the next Governor of Tennessee.
TWRA detects CWD in Humphreys County
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency received a positive chronic wasting disease test result in a hunter-harvested deer in Humphreys County, the first positive case for Humphreys County.
Hargett issues new warning about third-party solicitors targeting business renewals
Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett issued a new warning today about unaffiliated mail and email solicitations involving annual business reports on the rise.
Baptist Carroll County receives top award for physician experience
Press Ganey, the global leader in health care experience solutions and services, has recognized Baptist Memorial Hospital-Carroll County with the 2025 Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award for physician experience.
PHOTOS: Gov. Lee, First Lady visit Tennessee National Guard Task Forces deployed in Middle East, Europe
Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and First Lady Maria Lee returned from traveling to the Middle East and Europe to visit more than 450 soldiers from the Tennessee Army National Guard’s 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment.
MIDDAY GUEST: Blue Suede Dinner & Auction
Molly Connor and Kirk Goehring joined our show to share details on the 32nd Annual Blue Suede Dinner & Auction.
Police investigate shooting incident on Hughes Dr
At approximately 4:26 a.m. Monday morning, Jackson Police officers were dispatched to a residence on Hughes Drive regarding a shooting.
Slim Chickens shooting suspect appears in court
A local man facing murder charges appeared in court once again Monday morning.
Thousands of nurses go on strike at several major New York City hospitals
Thousands of nurses at several major New York City hospitals have gone on strike.
Inside the Golden Globes: The reunions and moments the telecast didn’t show
Some of the most interesting moments of the Golden Globes happen off camera.
‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ tops box office for fourth straight week with newcomer ‘Primate’ second
"Avatar: Fire and Ash" kept on smoldering at the box office, taking the top spot for a fourth straight week on a relatively quiet weekend as the January doldrums began setting in for the industry.
A $400,000 payout after Maduro’s capture is putting prediction markets in the spotlight
(AP)---Prediction markets let people wager on anything from a basketball game to the outcome of a presidential election — and recently, the downfall of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The latter is drawing renewed scrutiny into this murky world of…
