Local News

Gifts needed for veterans in Humboldt

GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee State Veterans home in Humboldt is asking for help this holiday season. The veterans home has been hosting a Christmas Angel Tree for many years now, aiming to give their veterans a good…

Jackson City Council to gather for special called meeting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson City Council has called for a special meeting on Tuesday. Speculation is that they will be discussing a possible new industrial park, and steps to acquire more land for the park. Officials tell WBBJ 7…

UT Martin to hold fall commencement in 3 parts

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee at Martin is holding its fall commencement in three parts. UT Martin announced on Monday that the three in-person ceremonies will be held at 6…

Health department to mark World AIDS Day with community

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local health department is inviting the community to mark World AIDS Day together. The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department is hosting a ceremony on Dec. 1 to recognize those who have died because of AIDS. The…

Jackson's STAR Center to expand services across the state

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is teaming up with an organization to make life a bit smoother for those with disabilities. The STAR Center is implementing accessible assisted living tools to make things easier for people with disabilities…

Deals continue at local businesses for Cyber Monday

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local stores continue to keep the hot deals and super savings going. With Black Friday and Small Business Saturday sales, several shops are making sure online shoppers get a chance…

Williams Auditorium announces Christmas concert series

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Three holiday-themed concerts are coming to Williams Auditorium in Henderson this December. On Friday, December 3, A Motown Christmas will feature a high-energy show with Motown classics mixed with holiday favorites. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. At 7…

Martin police investigate home invasion, robbery at gunpoint

MARTIN, Tenn. -- The Martin Police Department is investigating a break-in over the weekend. According to a police report, an officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Manley Drive around 7:51 pm on Saturday. Upon arrival, the officer spoke…

Holiday travelers are back on the roads

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Are you willing to travel for the holidays, we talk to some people who are. While most of us stayed in for Thanksgiving, there were many of us who hit the…

Day two of sales continue throughout the weekend

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another Small Business Saturday happened in Jackson, but many area stores continued to sell throughout the weekend. Although the Black Friday shopping has calmed down, shoppers can still find…

Weekend sales continue with Small Business Saturday

 JACKSON, Tenn. -- You might be wrapping up your Black Friday shopping, but the sales aren't over just yet. Small business Saturday is here and here's how you can support your local stores. …

Chickasaw State Park hosts search and rescue training

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Residents in Henderson gathered together today in Chickasaw State Park to learn the basics of search and rescue. Classes were being held today, teaching anyone who participated the importance…

Heroes help to spread Christmas cheer in local town

BROWNSVILLE, TENN. --- Some unlikely heroes came to Tennessee to help spread some Christmas joy. One city enlisted heroes to help spread Christmas cheer. Soldiers from the Navy volunteered today to help officials…

Weather

Spotlight

On Facebook