JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is bringing back their holiday decorating contest in a big way. While the contest is typically limited to downtown storefronts, this year the contest is…
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Acts of kindness can be expressed in various forms such as smiling at someone, asking someone their story, or even volunteering to name a few. These are some of…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Choral Society performed an impactful tribute to women in music through numerous genres. The concert included a variety of songs for everyone, with a song…
HENDERSON, Tenn. ---Freed-Hardeman is a university with many traditions that traces its origins back to 1869. FHU had a church service on Sunday morning to end its Homecoming Week. Director of…
JACKSON, Tenn.--Birthdays are a time of celebration and that definitely holds true, as some local heroes celebrate one special birthday. November 10th, was the 247th Birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps, and a celebration took place on Saturday to have…
JACKSON, Tenn.--After two years missed, the West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation hosts its 31st Annual Charity Gala. This year's gala is bringing focus to two major facilities, the Ayers Children's Medical Center and…
BELLS, Tenn.--A work family remembers one of their own. Christian Walker was the young woman found dead inside of a vehicle on college street in Milan. Walker was an employee at the…
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A local group holds a Feed the Homeless event. On Saturday, the Circle of Love hosted an event to feed the community. Many people from the community were in attendance to get a meal and also to…
JACKSON, Tenn. ---A group at a local airport teaches kids about aviation. The National Organization of Women in Aviation taught kids between the ages of ten and seventeen the different aspects of aviation. The lessons ranged from aviation maintenance…
JACKSON, Tenn. ---The City of Jackson honors veterans with a parade. I'm here at the Veterans Day Parade here in downtown Jackson, where despite the temperatures, everyone is here in attendance to support our veterans. This is the annual…
A recap of the Playoffs Round 2 of Football Friday Night in West Tennessee for 2022: See more scores and highlights at wbbjtv.com/sports. You can reach Zach Jones at zjones@wbbjtv.com with sports news tips and story…
This week's Pets of the Week are a special duo! Meet June and Jennings from the Outlaw Gang! These pups were found on a rural road in Iuka, Mississippi by…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Friday, the West Tennessee Veterans Coalition organized an event at Englewood Baptist Church for veterans to come and enjoy live music, learn about benefits for veterans, and enjoy…
Booker T. Washington 18 Peabody 42 Portland 7 Henry County 42 Lakeway Christian 6 USJ 48 Huntington 48 Fairley 6 Ripley 7 Dyersburg 29 Middle Tennessee Christian School 25 Jackson Christian 27 Union City 10 Westview 6 Hardin County 21…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store and Casey Jones Village honored veterans on Friday with a free meal to celebrate Veterans Day. Veterans were able to receive a…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Gibson County city's medical center hosted a one day conference for EMS and first responders. This is the first time since the pandemic that the conference…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local nonprofit engaged the youth to show honor to those who have served in the military. The Eric Beasley Foundation was founded by Eric Beasley, a…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Veterans Day ceremony was conducted to bring honor to the men and women who have served our country greatly. Henderson County Mayor Robbie McCready, who also…
It’s time to recognize this week’s Educator of the Week, brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Stephanie Wilson first started her career as a social worker and after…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Authorities responded to a house fire in east Jackson on Friday. The fire occurred at a home near Campbell Street and Hillary Drive. Our crews arrived just before noon where the fire department, police, and emergency…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Those that were willing to make the ultimate sacrifice were honored at a local school Friday. "Thank you for your service. We all are greatly in…
A U.S. judge in Texas on Thursday blocked President Joe Biden's plan to provide millions of borrowers with up to $20,000 apiece in federal student-loan forgiveness — a program that was already on hold as a federal appeals court in…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- It's officially that time of year. Deer are entering the rut and are on the move more than any other time of the year. This can spell trouble…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Hidden Tracks is excited to announce the first annual Merch Day on November 10. Lori Nunnery, the Executive Director of Visit Jackson, Tennessee, gave some details on the event. "Merch…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local school system is getting families involved by hosting a Lunch and Learn event. Thursday, the parents of all high school students in the Jackson-Madison County area had…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- A local university brought current students and alumni together for homecoming. Freed-Hardeman University continued their annual homecoming activities with ALUMination Day. It gave their students the chance to interact with alumni…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- A new mayor is coming to the City of McKenzie. Mayor-elect Ryan Griffin has been part of that community for more than a decade now. As he and his…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new hero has been named in the Hub City, and her name is Elvia Trejo! Trejo is a radio personality at La Poderosa 105.3 FM WTJK. She was raised in southern Louisiana, according to a news…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two new bills have been proposed in the state just days after the nation's midterm elections. On Wednesday, Sen. Jack Johnson, along with Rep. William Lamberth, drafted legislation that would prevent doctors from providing medical procedures that…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University of Memphis Lambuth's planetarium has shared their schedule for December of 2022. The M. D. Anderson Planetarium says their shows for the month are: Friday, December 2, 1:30 p.m. – “Season of Light” Tuesday, December…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In honor of Senior Pet Adoption Month, a local animal rescue shares why having a "seasoned" best friend might be the best addition to your family. Getting animals…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Veterans are getting a salute, and a free donut, from a national coffee and donut chain. Dunkin' says that all retired and active military can get a free donut of their choice on November 11. They say…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- One organization has named Tennessee's efforts to address human trafficking as the best in the nation. Shared Hope International, an agency aiming to bring healing and hope to victims…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Local Girl Scouts are honored veterans ahead of Veterans Day. Wednesday, Girl Scout Troop 40037 in Alamo delivered "thank you" cards they decorated to the Tennessee Veterans Home…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Animals suffer from pain just like people do, and just like us, it affects their daily lives as well as their social and emotional well-being. So how do…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- South Jackson will experience a new taste with the opening of the new Marco's Pizza location, serving customers one slice at a time. "We're seeing more and more people look…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Middle Tennessee State University brought a student recruiting tour to Jackson. It's part of its four-state, 14-stop tour to woo prospective students to the Blue Raider campus in Murfreesboro.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Donations are being accepted for this year's Coats of Hope. Donations are being taken at several locations: Cornerstone Church of God at 804 Lake Road in Dyersburg Junction Church of God at 62 Richwood Road in Finley…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rotary Club held its monthly meeting, but this meeting paid a special tribute to those who served our country. The Veterans Day program featured song…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Monday night, one woman scared her family and loved ones with what they thought was a real call for help. Jackson police were notified of a call from concerned…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Lexington's Water Treatment Plant is getting a much needed upgrade. The L.T. Pie Hay Filter Plant in Lexington is a surface water plant. This plant is one of four…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two blood drives have first responders and branches of the military competing against their own. LIFELINE Blood Services says both the 2nd Battle of the Armed Forces and the Battle of the Badges are underway. The Battle…
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Multiple people were injured during a crash on Sunday, according to the Martin Police Department. In a report released on Wednesday, the department stated that two vehicles were traveling along West Peach Street around 5:20 p.m., one…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local students raised their voices in honor of those who served our country. "Today we are celebrating our veterans," said Joann Wormer, Principal of St. Mary's Catholic School.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Transit Authority is giving back to the community. And to do that, they are asking for canned food donations. Wednesday and Thursday, those that ride the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A minor was transported to a medical facility in Memphis after being struck by a vehicle, police say. According to the Jackson Police Department, the incident occurred around 7:33 p.m. Tuesday night in east Jackson. JPD says…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Free flu shots are being offered Wednesday, November 9 at health departments all across Tennessee. The "Fight Flu '22" event encourages all Tennesseans over 6 months old to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The race for the Tennessee Senate District 25 has now ended. Republican nominee Ed Jackson has secured the seat for the District 25 once again. Jackson has served two previous…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The race for the Tennessee House of Representatives District 73 has ended. Republican nominee Chris Todd has secured the seat of District 73. Todd has served two previous terms for a total of four years. Todd says…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson woman is in custody after falsely claiming she had been kidnapped, police say. Jackson Police Department officers responded to a report of a kidnapping on Monday,…
