Local kids celebrate national holiday at the library
JACKSON, Tenn -- February 3rd marks national "Bring your child to the library" day. Kids got to celebrate the holiday with a special guest. Llama llama in his red pajamas made…
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Models put their best foot forward to benefit St. Jude
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Civic Center became a runway Saturday night at Lights, Camera, Fashion, an event raising money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. "This program is about empowering girls…
Local group hosts "Go Red" luncheon for heart disease and prevention
JACKSON, Tenn. — One of the major focuses of the month of February is heart health awareness. Many are wearing red this weekend for heart disease, the number one killer…
Community remembers tornado that tore through Union University 10 years ago
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Almost 10 years ago, an entire university community watched as as a destructive EF-4 tornado tore through their campus. Friday, they came together to give thanks that none…
Traffic alert: City approves temporary road closure
JACKSON, Tenn.-- The city of Jackson has approved a temporary road closure. The west bound lane of Ashport Road, from Leisure Lane to Old Stage Road, will be closed on Monday, Feb. 5 from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. For…
Local sorority dances to promote "Pink Goes Red" event
JACKSON, Tenn. --A local sorority held a "Pink Goes Red" event in east Jackson Friday to kick off Heart Health month. Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha invited the community to join…
Jackson city councilman makes 20th stop on 'Men on the Move tour'
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It was the 20th stop for the Men on the Move tour. Friday morning the men were at Denmark Elementary School welcoming students. The move is sponsored by Jackson…
JMCSS superintendent speaks at First Friday Forum
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson-Madison County superintendent, Eric Jones, stopped by a monthly program in downtown Jackson Friday. During this month's First Friday Forum, Jones told guests what challenges the school system…
Union University remembers 2008 tornado that ripped campus apart
JACKSON, Tenn. — This month marks 10 years since an EF-4 tornado ripped through Union University's campus. "I remember every minute of that day as if it were yesterday," former University President…
Historic school in danger of being partially demolished
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A building from the 1800's is in danger of being partially demolished. Representatives from the State Building Commission took a tour of what use to be Rosenwald School in…
Law enforcement visits local elementary school focusing on student safety
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police and Madison County deputies surround Isaac Lane Elementary School Friday. But don't worry — it's not what you think. "How safe can we make our students?" Jackson-Madison County…
AARP offers free tax filing services for all at Jackson-Madison Co. Library
JACKSON, Tenn. -- When most people think about the library, they want to either check out a book or use the computer, but what if you could get help filing your…
WBBJ Super Bowl Dip-off 2018
Did you miss the victory dance? Another WBBJ Super Bowl Dip-off is in the books! News anchors Eric Perry and Josh Robinson along with Meteorologist Moe Shamell all brought their…
20 fire fatalities make January Tennessee’s third-deadliest month since 2010
NASHVILLE -- The latest tally of January fire fatalities has the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office urgently renewing its call that residents turn their focus to fire prevention during the high-risk winter months. Current SFMO data indicates that 15 fatal…
PETA offers up to $5,000 reward in bird shooting investigation
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, better known as PETA, is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to a conviction after 92 dead birds were found in Crockett County. Tennessee Wildlife…
