Meeting addresses ways to help those that are unhoused
JACKSON, Tenn. – City leaders of Jackson met Thursday afternoon to find a solution for those that are unhoused in Jackson. The idea for this meeting came from Martha Robinson, the…
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Conference held to inspire change, encourage action
JACKSON, Tenn. – The ALICE conference was Thursday at the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education center. ALICE households are defined as asset limited, income constrained, employed individuals who are earning above…
Three hiring events held around West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. – Several hiring events were held across the West Tennessee region on Thursday. The Southwest, Northwest, and Greater Memphis Workforce Development Boards and American Job Centers came together to…
WBBJ team says 'goodbye' to forecaster/reporter Michelle Lilly
After helping bring the latest news and weather forecasts to the West Tennessee community for the past year, the WBBJ team is saying "goodbye" to Michelle Lilly. Joining the news team as Michelle Diaz in November '22, she launched into…
Jackson Rotary Club honors member as a Paul Harris Fellow
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A long-time business man and member of the Hub City was recognized for many years of service to the community. The Jackson Rotary Club held their weekly meeting…
Pumpkin drop held at local elementary school
JACKSON, Tenn. – While most are celebrating Halloween, these students celebrated HallowSTREAM Tuesday with creative stem events that incorporated learning for students while having fun in the process. Multiple pumpkins were…
GALLERY: 2023 Halloween Costumes in West Tennessee
It's that time -- we asked to see your Halloween costumes for 2023! Check out our gallery of submissions below and have a safe and Happy Halloween! Email your photo to: web@wbbjtv.com - please include a name, who or…
1/2 pound of meth, 3D printed weapons seized from Gibson County home
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A search warrant executed in Gibson County on Monday led to an arrest and the discovery of multiple illicit items. According to the West Tennessee Drug Task Force (28th, 29th, 30th Districts), agents with the…
STAR Center holds 8th annual 'Dancing With the STARS'
JACKSON, Tenn. – The STAR Center held their 8th annual "Dancing With the STARS" event at the Jackson Fairgrounds on Thursday. City leaders across Jackson were asked to show…
TVA holds meeting to get community input on new project
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. – A local county gathered to share their input on a community project. The Tennessee Valley Authority is thinking of improving some of their transmissions systems to help…
