MIDDAY GUEST: 3rd Annual Blues and Soul Ball
Lamonte Cunningham with ER Entertainment joined our show to share details on the 3rd Annual Blues and Soul Ball.
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Katie Mott announces candidacy for Madison County Commissioner, District 7 Position 2
Katie Mott, a lifelong Madison County resident, has officially announced her candidacy for Madison County Commission, District 7.
UPDATE: Milan Police say missing endangered adult located
22-year-old Kierra Grider has been missing from Milan since December 16th.
Joshua Pewitte sentence affirmed after appeal
The Court of Criminal Appeals upheld the conviction and 80-year sentence of Joshua Damone Pewitte.
United Way to offer virtual agency training for local agencies in West Tennessee
United Way of West Tennessee will offer two virtual agency training sessions for local agencies in West Tennessee.
Triple Berry Sparklers – A Recipe for Holiday Safety
🍹 WBBJ and our sponsors present: A Recipe for Holiday Safety.
What the Tech: Last second gifts
Everyone’s been there: you're caught off guard when someone hands you a gift you weren't expecting, and you realize you either didn't get them anything or your gift feels... inadequate.
Milan residents gather for free holiday fun
One local community celebrated the season together amid challenges.
Over $70,000 raised during annual ‘Hoops for the House’ games
Jackson Christian High School hosted a charity basketball tournament for charity this weekend.
The Well Church hosts annual Christmas candlelight service
One local church held a candlelight service celebrating the reason for the season.
With Christmas week upon us, deals still available for last-minute shoppers
Are you finished with your Christmas shopping, or do you still have some items on your list?
AAA offers ‘tow to go’ during year-end holidays to prevent impaired driving
AAA is once again offering its life-saving ‘Tow to Go’ program to help keep impaired drivers off the road this holiday season.
2025 AKC Championship to air on ABC December 28
A $50,000 grand prize is on the line as thousands of dogs compete in the American Kennel Club National Championship.
Jackson Police, Fire announce fireworks sales & use timeframe
The New Year’s fireworks sales period in Jackson runs from December 18 through January 2.
MIDDAY GUEST: Wreaths Across America
Jackie Utley joined our show to share details on Wreaths Across America's annual "wreath match" event.
Timeline for 2026 elections
See a timeline of what to expect for elections in 2026.
VIDEO: Lexington Police save Christmas from The Grinch
Christmas is saved thanks to the dedicated work of the Lexington Police Department.
THP sobriety checkpoints for January 2026
The Tennessee Highway Patrol has released a list of sobriety checkpoints across the state for January 2026.
Gibson County home fire under arson investigation
A fire in Gibson County is being investigated as arson.
Celebrate Shiloh’s 131st birthday as a National Military Park
Shiloh National Military Park invites the public to join park rangers, living historians, and the Hardin County Visitor and Convention Bureau.
TDOT halts highway construction for the holiday travel period
No lane closures on interstates and state routes.
Tennessee average gas prices drop 11.2 cents since last week
Average gasoline prices in Tennessee have fallen 11.2 cents per gallon in the last week.
Blackberry Mojito – A Recipe for Holiday Safety
🍹 WBBJ and our sponsors present: A Recipe for Holiday Safety.
$480,000 Tennessee Cash Winner, two $50,000 Powerball winners
Weekend drawings for Tennessee Lottery players brought thousands of winners and lots of fun, including a $480,000 Tennessee Cash jackpot winner in Murfreesboro from the drawing held Friday, Dec. 19.
Update: Single shot fired in JMCGH parking lot incident
The Jackson Police Department has issued the following update regarding the early morning shooting in Jackson Madison County Hospital parking lot.
Passion Fruit Martini – A Recipe for Holiday Safety
🍹 WBBJ and our sponsors present: A Recipe for Holiday Safety.
Drone aids officers to recover missing children
Fast response from officers and the use of a drone helps recover two missing children in Decaturville.
Tennessee Arts Commission awards grant funds to ten TN rural hospitals
The Tennessee Arts Commission has awarded $175,000 in grant funding for the inaugural Tennessee Arts & Rural Health Initiative, a pilot program supporting arts-based projects designed to improve health and wellness outcomes in rural Tennessee hospitals.
UTM announces AMVAC Scholarship recipients
Hannah Fowler, a University of Tennessee at Martin sophomore agribusiness major from Atwood, is one of seven students nationwide to receive the 2025 Southern Agriculture Industry Advancement Scholarship from AMVAC, an American Vanguard company that specializes in the development, manufacturing and marketing of products for agricultural use.
Dyersburg State Community College announces Fall 2025 Dean’s List and Honor Roll
Dr. Amy Johnson, Dyersburg State Community College (DSCC) Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Success, recognizes students’ scholastic achievements each semester and has released the dean’s list and honor roll for Fall 2025.
Non-alcoholic Whiskey Sour – A Recipe for Holiday Safety
🍹 WBBJ and our sponsors present: A Recipe for Holiday Safety.
What the Tech: app of the day ‘iExit’
If you have ever been cruising down the interstate and asked yourself, “Should we get off at this exit or wait for something better,” you are exactly who the iExit app is for.
Henderson County Animal Clinic presents ‘Festival of Lights’ Christmas party
Residents in Henderson County celebrated the holidays on ice Friday.
Memphis Symphony Orchestra brings holiday concert to Dyersburg
Residents gathered at on local college for a special Christmas concert.
‘Hoops for the House’ games to support Ryder Lewis Memorial Fund, Ronald McDonald House
Some local basketball teams are collaborating with a local charity for a good cause this weekend.
Kohl’s to offer holiday deals this weekend
It's the last weekend before Christmas so if you haven't finished shopping, it's not too late.
West TN student earns Congressional Award Gold Medal
One local student receives a very high honor.
’12 Days of Christmas Lunch Fundraiser’ raises money for Hardeman County Carl Perkins Center
One local community had a festive lunch like no other for a good cause.
Blackburn unveils national policy framework for artificial intelligence
TRUMP AMERICA AI Act would unleash AI innovation while protecting children, creators, conservatives, and communities from harm.
Youth Villages hosted holiday party for families in foster care program Thursday evening
The event brought together parents and children involved in Youth Villages’ foster care program to celebrate their accomplishments and the joy of the season.
TDOT’s 5th annual No Trash November removed more than 77,000 pounds of litter from Tennessee roadways and waterways
Throughout the month, 2,470 volunteers participated in 205 cleanup events, collecting 3,596 bags of litter weighing a total of 77,129 pounds.
America 250 Grant expands visibility for Pick Tennessee Products
Pick Tennessee Products, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s producer-focused marketing program, has been awarded a $20,000 America 250 grant.
Tennessee State Parks to host First Day Hikes as part of nation’s 250th anniversary
Dozens of Tennessee State Parks will host First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day as part of a national celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.
MIDDAY GUEST: HUB Classic 13th Annual Basketball Tournament
Fred McKinnie with Area Relief Ministries joined our show to share details on the HUB Classic 13th Annual Basketball Tournament.
JTA announces 25 cent rides December 23 & 24
The Jackson Transit Authority will have its annual holiday 25¢ cents days, December 23th & 24th.
Town of Gibson investigation finds former mayor misappropriated $2,000
An investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office has determined that a former mayor of the Town of Gibson misappropriated $2,000 in public funds for personal gain.
Cody Childress announces candidacy for Gibson County Sheriff in 2026
Cody Childress, Patrol Captain of the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office, has formally announced his intention to run for Sheriff.
Colder Today, Warmer Weekend Ahead
Isolated reports have came in concerning the wind event from yesterday evening throughout parts of Henry, Weakley, and Gibson counties. We also had a few counties with power outages and a mobile home was turned over near the Fly Road…
Restaurant Inspection Scores: December 12-18
See the most recent food inspection scores for establishments in West Tennessee.
Irish Cream Liqueur – A Recipe for Holiday Safety
🍹 WBBJ and our sponsors present: A Recipe for Holiday Safety.
