JACKSON, Tenn. -- The University of Memphis Lambuth says it has reached another record enrollment. The university says this is the third year in a row that it has seen an increase, with 1,070 in 2019, just over 1,320 in…
GLEASON, Tenn. -- A former Gleason city recorder has been indicted, according to a news release from the Tennessee Comptroller. The release says an investigation found that former…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Firefighters responded to a house fire Wednesday night on Hansford Place. Officers received the call around 11:32 p.m. Firefighters said the people in the home noticed the fire when their smoke alarm went off and smoke was…
MARTIN, Tenn. -- A City of Martin employee has been indicted for theft following a Tennessee Comptroller investigation. According to a news release, investigators determined John Randolph Worrell, assistant director of the city's Public Works Department, made more than $5,400…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Ned McWherter Cultural Arts Center is hosting a photography exhibit honoring long-time Jackson photographer Mitch Carter. Carter has spent more than 50 years serving the Jackson and West Tennessee area. After purchasing Moore Studio in 1973…
For the past year, Nikita Dennis has served West Tennessee as a reporter for WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News, helping bring numerous stories in the community to light. Thursday, the WBBJ team says goodbye as her time with us comes to…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says an undercover drug operation has led to more indictments. The TBI says Operation Big Red Ice began in 2020 into the sale of illicit drugs in Lexington and Henderson County, and…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Some Jacksonians are looking into having a new skate park since the one in Muse Park is not in optimal condition. "We would come out here and mess…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Three new fire trucks are going to take to the streets of Jackson. The Jackson Fire Department received the last three of seven new fire trucks. Deputy…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Symphony is getting ready to launch their 61st musical season on Saturday, Sept. 11. And there is a lot in store. "We are delighted to kickoff…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With COVID-19 case numbers continuing to rise, the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department, West Tennessee Healthcare officials, and government leaders are talking about the growing problem. West Tennessee Healthcare…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Do you want to know if you have a claim to extra cash? The Tennessee Department of Treasury has a simple way to find out if you do, and…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Voting is now open for a photo contest. The Tennessee Wildlife Federation is seeking your vote for the best photograph for its 7th annual contest. The TWF says a panel brought the choices down to just 50…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The West Tennessee Heart Walk and Red Dress Dash is coming to Union University this weekend. According to a news release from the American Heart Association, the walk is being held at Miller Bell Tower, or wherever…
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Madison County Sheriff's Office says a name has been chosen for their new K-9. The department says the winning name is Hope. Hope was added to the force in late August. Her name was chosen…
