Jackson-Madison County NAACP preps for annual Freedom Fund Banquet
The Jackson-Madison County NAACP branch is getting ready to celebrate its 2025 Freedom Fund Banquet on May 25.
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Henderson City hall hosts free overdose prevention training session
One group is holding a special training to help save lives.
UTM broadcasting students fare well at 2025 IBS conference
Students in the University of Tennessee at Martin Department of Mass Media and Strategic Communication who worked at WUTM (90.3 FM The Hawk) earned several awards at the 57th Intercollegiate Broadcasting System International Media Conference, held March 7-8 in New York City.
Jackson transportation planner talks My Travels Count survey
The City of Jackson is participating in an important statewide survey.
Hardeman County Schools announces partnership
A big announcement took place Tuesday at Middleton High School.
Local nonprofit raises financial concerns following suspension of AmeriCorps programs
A notable nonprofit is concerned about the suspension of AmeriCorps programs.
JSCC partners with several local high schools for Middle College program
Starting this fall, Jackson State Community College will be expanding its Middle College offerings.
Trenton students, families take annual walk to school
Coordinated school health and the Trenton Elementary School P.E. department hosted a long-running annual event Tuesday morning.
Carl Perkins Center hosts Exchange Club lunch
The Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse held an Exchange Club lunch Tuesday afternoon at the Old Country Store.
You're not alone: Research shows many Americans show symptoms of a mental health condition
As we prepare for Mental Health Awareness Month, professionals are sounding the alarm on the importance of the topic through awareness and education.
Rollover crash temporarily shuts down part of Old Hickory Boulevard
Just before 3 p.m., our WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News tipsters alerted us to a rollover crash on Old Hickory Blvd.
The US has nearly 900 measles cases, and 10 states have active outbreaks. Here's what to know
A federal health agency says the U.S. has 884 confirmed measles cases this year as of Friday.
CWTAR partners with Community Foundation of West Tennessee to establish scholarship fund
In partnership with the Community Foundation of West Tennessee, the Central West Tennessee Association of Realtors is launching a scholarship fund to invest in the next generation.
MIDDAY GUEST: LIFELINE's Cinco De Mayo Blood Drive
Melinda Reid with LIFELINE Blood Services joined our show to share details on the upcoming Cinco De Mayo blood drive.
National ranking places Jackson Fire in top 6% of U.S. fire departments
The Jackson Fire Department is proud to announce it has once again achieved an ISO Class 2 Public Protection Classification.
