GALLERY: Ribbon cutting held for new STEM lab in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. – Thursday, the Boys and Girls Club of Jackson held a ribbon cutting for their new STEM lab. STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering, and math. The grant of…
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GALLERY: First ever JCT Holiday Mart held Thursday
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local school helped residents prepare for the holiday season. Jackson Career and Technology Middle School held their first ever JCT Holiday Mart Thursday night. The event was held…
GALLERY: 2nd senior talent showcase held Thursday
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson Recreation and Parks Department hosted the second annual "Age of Elegance" Senior Talent showcase in the Hub City Thursday night. The talent show was held…
Corporate Entrepreneur Grant: Skillet Junction
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson, Boren and Boyd, the Bank of Jackson, and WBBJ-TV have partnered to, once again, give back to small businesses in West Tennessee through a monthly competition. November's…
Englewood Baptist Church announces death of Dr. Phillip Jett
JACKSON, Tenn. – Englewood Baptist Church's Pastor Emeritus Dr. Phillip Jett has died. According to the church's website, Jett served the church faithfully for the last 40 years and served the people of Brazil in missions as well. Funeral arrangements…
Holiday Party brings food, prizes and more to library
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson-Madison County Library held the 11th annual Holiday Party on Thursday. Members of the community gathered in the Program Center room to listen to holiday classics performed by musicians…
Awards held for West Tennessee’s Rockabilly Readers
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local program honored young children who have gone the extra mile in literacy. Rockabilly Readers and United Way of West Tennessee presented awards to contest winners who read for…
School board members voice concerns for Gov. Lee’s voucher plan
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County School Board members met to discuss Gov. Bill Lee's latest proposal for the Tennessee Education Freedom Act. “The proposal is said to make 20,000 scholarships available next year, with…
$15,000 grant made to help older Tennesseans with computers, technology
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. – The West Madison Senior Center held an event Thursday that made them proud. Spectrum presented the United Way of West Tennessee with a $15,000 Spectrum Digital Education grant to…
Trustees’ Scholarship at FHU offers students $17,500 annually
The following is a news release about Freed-Hardeman University: Henderson, Tennessee – (Dec. 14, 2023) – Designed to recognize and support exceptional students in their higher education pursuit, the Trustees’ Scholarship at Freed-Hardeman University provides up to $17,500 annually to…
Markowski Christmas lights returns for another year
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn.-- At almost a million lights, this resident lights his neighborhood for yet, another year. David Markowski has been setting up Christmas lights in his yard for several years. He says…
In honor of National Horse Day one West Tennessean speaks on the importance
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Wednesday marks National Horse Day, which highlights the importance of these animals impact in history. Lainey Hutchison says everyday is horse day for her. A Crockett County native, she's…
Breakfast Club receives visit from deputy governor
JACKSON, Tenn. – Wednesday morning, the Greater Jackson Chamber hosted Deputy Governor and Commissioner of Transportation Butch Eley at a Breakfast Club event at the DoubleTree Hotel. Commissioner Eley delved into…
Cupcakes and Conversations with Queens connects pageant queens, students
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A special event was held Wednesday to provide young girls with role models who have a passion for making a difference in their community. Cupcakes and Conversations…
Federal Disaster Declaration give to 4 Tennessee counties
The following is a news release from the State of Tennessee: NASHVILLE, Tenn. —Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced approval of his request for an Expedited Major Disaster Declaration, making recovery assistance available to four counties impacted by tornadoes and…
JPD responds to two shots-fired calls
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department has released information on two shots-fired calls that occurred on Wednesday. JPD says around 8:46 a.m., officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert at 327…
Huntingdon getting loan for water infrastructure
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Huntingdon is getting a loan to help improve water infrastructure. The news release says that the town will be getting $2 million to address distribution system improvements, replacing and extending existing waterlines. It will have a 20-year…
Workshop to be held for farmers interested in USDA Value-Added Producer Grants
COLUMBIA, Tenn. -- Farmers interested in USDA Value-Added Producer Grants are being encouraged to attend upcoming workshops. According to a news release, the workshops are designed to help producers with value-added enterprises develop a strong grant application and help farmers…
86,064 pounds of litter removed during 3rd No Trash November
The following is a news release from the Tennessee Department of Transportation: Nashville, Tenn. - More than 86,000 pounds of litter was removed from communities throughout Tennessee as part of the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) 3rd Annual No Trash November, a month-long initiative to ensure the state’s…
20 kids going on shopping spree at Walmart for Christmas
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Jackson Fraternal Order of Police took 20 lucky children from the Boys and Girls Club on a shopping spree. Each child was given a limit of $250…
Jackson Theatre Guild rehearses for ‘A Christmas Story’
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Theatre Guild is rehearsing for a holiday performance. Rehearsals were underway Tuesday night for the upcoming performance of "A Christmas Story." The play is…
‘Christmas at the Cabins’ to give historical look at the holiday
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. – The Gibson County High School History Club will host a “Christmas at the Cabins” at the Pioneer Homeplace this year. The event will include pioneer Christmas…
West Tennessean recounts close contact with Hamas attack in Israel
JACKSON, Tenn. – A West Tennessean shared his experience of coming in close contact with the Hamas attack when traveling to Israel in the fall. Doug Duncan, a Rutherford resident, left…
Police investigating vehicle burglaries that took place during parade
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Lexington Police Department says that they are investigating four vehicle burglaries that occurred during the Christmas parade. The department says the four burglaries occurred in the East Church Street area Monday night. They report that credit/debit…
The Dixie to present Frank Ferrante in ‘An Evening with Groucho’
The following is a news release from the Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center: Get ready for a night of comedy when Frank Ferrante brings his portrayal of legendary comedian Groucho Marx to The Dixie's Hal Holbrook Theatre on January 20,…
City of Jackson beats out 32 applicants to receive special grant
JACKSON, Tenn. – Beating out 32 applicants from across the state, the Hub City receives a special grant. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation presented the local parks and recreation fund…
Battalion chief says loss of station ‘unnerving’ as firefighters continue their work
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. – Saturday's tornado left scattered supplies and a destroyed station for the Gibson County Fire Department in Rutherford. Though grateful for no casualties, John Baker, the Battalion…
Greenfield police chief arrested following weekend incident
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. – Greenfield Police Chief Daniel Smith is charged with two counts of domestic assault following an incident Sunday. Weakley County deputies responded to an address in the Greenfield…
Dixie Partners with Leaders Education Foundation to Expand Workforce Scholarships
The following is a news release from Leaders Education Foundation: Jackson, Tenn. (Dec. 12, 2023): Dixie ® , an iconic Georgia-Pacific consumer brand, has become the Workforce Readiness Scholarship presenting sponsor with an annual donation of $20,000 for five years…
7 kids get to shop with a firefighter for Christmas
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Station 5 of the Jackson Fire Department took one family Christmas shopping for the second annual Shop with a Firefighter event. And it was all thanks to…
GALLERY: 2023 Lexington-Henderson County Parade held Monday
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- The Lexington-Henderson County Christmas parade kicked off Monday evening. This year's theme was titled "Twas the Night before Christmas." The parade started at Leah's Diner and made it's…
‘Evening of Giving’ held by sorority
JACKSON, Tenn. – The Gamma Alpha Omega Chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority hosted an "Evening of Giving" Monday night. The fourth annual event was held to support, celebrate,…
Veterinary association shares update on unidentified disease affecting dogs
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In a follow-up, an unidentified disease has affected canines in the United States. The Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association is working to figure out the cause of a respiratory…
Savannah prepping for development along Tennessee River
SAVANNAH, Tenn. – Savannah is preparing for a riverfront development on the bank of the Tennessee River. Overall, this development will cover 11 acres and it will be done in phases.…
American Red Cross shares update on Middle TN relief
The following is from the American Red Cross: NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 11, 2023 – On Dec. 9, several tornadoes tore through the Tennessee Region leaving behind destruction and communities crumbled by the EF2 and EF3 tornadoes. The American Red Cross…
NWS: EF-1 tornado travelled from Gibson County into Weakley County
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. – Saturday around 1 p.m. a tornado ripped through West Tennessee communities leaving behind a path of destruction. The path of the tornado was 25 miles long, with…
Fire department seeks help in double arson on Darnell Road
JACKSON, Tenn. –Two fires in two different locations that took place on Darnell Road on Sunday around 1:40 a.m. are being investigated. Madison County Fire Investigator Brian Kemp stated that they…
2 city park officials earn CPRP certification
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson says two of their own park officials have earned a certification. The city says that Recreation and Park's Executive Director Tony Black and Parks Operations Manager CPSI Christi David passed and are now…
Cupcakes and Conversations with Queens to be held December 13
The following is a news release from Humboldt City Schools: (Humboldt, TN, December 13, 2023) --Cupcakes and Conversations with Queens is an empowering event that brings together six local pageant queens and 4th, 5th, and 6th grade girls from East…
Salvation Army increases response to Middle Tennessee tornadoes
The following is a news release from The Salvation Army: [Nashville, TN] (December 11, 2023) – The Salvation Army will be increasing service to areas of Madison and Hendersonville that sustained damage and/or remain without power. “Now that we are…
Dresden begins cleaning up after storm damage
DRESDEN, Tenn.-- Residents and city workers are cleaning up after December 9th, 2023 storms. Dresden Tennessee became affected by the tornado that hit the rural area of this town…
Live Nativity returns to one South Jackson church
JACKSON, Tenn.-- One local church celebrates the Christmas season. Malesus United Methodist church had their last night of their live nativity. The show is usually a two night performance. However, due…
Gibson Co. EMC: Power restored after storms
GIBSON CO., Tenn.---Power restored in Gibson Co. and surrounding area. According to a news release from Gibson Co. Electric Membership Company, Sunday just after 4:30 pm electric service was restored to those without power. Storms that hit the area on…
Representative files bill to adopt an official holiday song in Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn.---Tennessee may get a state holiday song. According to a news release from the office of Representative Jason Powell (D-Nashville), Wednesday, December 6, Powell filed to make Brenda Lee's "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" the official holiday song of…
Tornado touches down in Gibson Co.
GIBSON CO., Tenn.---Residents of Gibson county came together this evening to clean up after severe weather. A tornado touch down in Rutherford is affecting the residents of the area. Gibson Electric…
Storm causes damage in Weakley Co.
DRESDEN, Tenn.---Around 3 Saturday evening our crews arrived in south Dresden after reports of storm damage. Upon arrival, they saw downed trees and powerlines, roof damage to the nearby National…
Century Farm Winery host a holiday open house
JACKSON, Tenn.---What do friends and wine have in common? The older the better. One winery invites the community to enjoy all that they offer. Century Farm Winery hosted…
A holiday train makes a stop in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn.---It's so much fun when Christmas comes to town! One local event put families in the holiday spirit. Old Country Store is hosting their 5th annual Polar Express. This allows…
A Jackson volunteer organization hosts a special brunch
JACKSON, Tenn.---One organization hosted an event to support others. Links Incorporated hosted their 7th annual Brunch event. The volunteer organization of women helps to provide supplies to Alexander Elementary School. Every…
Pet of the Week: Tucker
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Tucker! Tucker is a sweet distinguished Beagle boy around 8-9-years-old. He enjoys snacking on the couch and like all of…
