Update on WBBJ's Moe Shamell
WBBJ's Moe Shamell is improving. We were informed that Moe is being moved out of the ICU today. He is doing better, and his speech is getting better. We were told the clot is starting to shrink, but not as…
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WBBJ's Tom Britt announces retirement
JACKSON, Tenn. ---Beloved WBBJ-7 news personality Tom Britt has announced his retirement. Tom has been with WBBJ-7 for more than 20 years delivering news to West TN. He not only produces and anchors Good Morning West Tennessee, but also Midday,…
UPDATE: Missing Milan juvenile found
MILAN, Tenn. --- Milan Police Department says missing juvenile found. According to authorities from the Milan Police Department, the juvenile reported missing on Saturday, Tristan Watson has been located. The department expressed their appreciation and thanks to the public…
LEF makes donation to support literacy in West TN children
JACKSON, Tenn. --- A local non-profit donates funds to support literacy in children of West TN. According to a news release, Leaders Education Foundation (LEF) has pledged $100,000 to The READ Team. The READ Team, which is a program of…
Supporters of the Jackson Symphony attend annual Crystal Ball
JACKSON, Tenn.--Patrons of the arts come out to show their support with an annual fundraiser. The Crystal Ball returns again this year, bigger than ever. West Tennessee came out to support the Jackson Symphony…
Wingbar 731 holds grand opening event
JACKSON, Tenn.-- Jackson welcomes a new restaurant that specializes in wings. Wingbar 731 held their grand opening Saturday afternoon. The owner of the restaurant said that he wanted to bring some Memphis…
Class offers skills to find the best BBQ
BOLIVAR, Tenn. ---Get your taste buds ready for some savory smoked BBQ. The Memphis BBQ Network held a BBQ judging class for potential judges in Bolivar. Participants went over how to determine what good…
Local university hosts clothing giveaway
HENDERSON, Tenn. ---Students from Freed-Hardeman University are giving back to their community one thread at a time. "Today was our big day, where we opened our closet and took all of our clothes over…
Missing Juvenile Alert- Milan
MILAN, Tenn. --- Milan Police Department has issued an alert for a missing juvenile. The juvenile has been identified as Tristan Watson, DOB 2/22/2004. He is approximately 5'6 and 140 lbs. He has brown hair and eyes. He was last seen…
Country music artist to visit West TN shelter
PINSON, Tenn. ---Country music artist plans special visit to TN Children's Home. According to a news release from Sky 3 Entertainment, country music artist Steven Cade will pay a visit to The Tennessee Children's Home in Pinson. [caption id="attachment_712267" align="aligncenter"…
LOLO kicks off Hub City residency with album release
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local singer and songwriter is starting her residency in the Hub City. "We want to keep it local. We love keeping it local," said singer and songwriter LOLO. The Jackson native LOLO is starting her residency…
Fake COVID-19 tests pop up across United States
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Since the beginning of the pandemic we've seen COVID-19 scams regarding masks, tests, and more. Now that tests are becoming more accessible, there are a few things you should look out for. "We are seeing a record…
Jackson Central-Merry hosts magical event for students
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Magic was in the air at Jackson Central-Merry Middle School on Friday. Teachers and staff hosted an event for students based on the themes of Harry Potter. Students gathered in the parking lot of the school…
Griot Collective of West Tennessee to receive grant
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Nine organizations across Tennessee received a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. The Griot Collective of West Tennessee has been approved to receive $50,000 from the NEA to help the arts and culture area recover…
2021's Hub City Heroes honored by officials
JACKSON, Tenn. -- City leaders gathered to celebrate the heroes of Jackson. City officials hosted the second annual Hub City Hero press conference at City Hall Friday morning to showcase the members of the community who went above and…
