Historic Dyer Co. church celebrates 100 years
DYERSBURG, Tenn. — Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church is a landmark for many in the Dyersburg community. "It has been a blessing to me as a person, and I've grown…
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Jackson Symphony hosts 'Love in Springtime' concert
JACKSON, Tenn -- The Jackson Symphony presented the chamber music series 'Love in Springtime'. The program was held at St. Luke's Episcopal church Sunday afternoon, with guest performances from the University…
Gunshot victim found by Jackson police, taken to hospital
JACKSON, Tenn -- One person has been taken to a local hospital after being shot in east Jackson. Jackson police confirm officers responded to the Lincoln Courts apartment shortly after 5 p.m.…
Local woman celebrates 108 years of life
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn -- The last surviving spouse of a WWI veteran in Tennessee celebrated her 108th birthday. Katie Cobb turned 108-years-old on Friday, but dozens came to help her…
Missing firefighter's body found after car went into lake
WAVERLY, Tenn. (AP) -- The body of a Nashville firefighter who went missing when his car went into the Tennessee River has been found. The Nashville Fire Department says in a statement released Saturday that Jesse Reed's body was found…
Former Tennessee judge faces new obstruction indictment
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A former Tennessee judge who was initially accused of helping a woman with legal troubles in exchange for sex faces a new indictment. The U.S. Justice Department said in a news release that former Davidson County…
JPD: Death investigation determined to be suicide at USJ
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police were called about a suspicious death on Saturday around 6:15 p.m. A man was found dead outside on the campus of USJ, at 232 McClellan Road, according…
Jackson Fairgrounds host 8th annual Thomas Media Motor Mania Car Show
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fairgrounds hosted the 8th annual Thomas Media Motor Mania Car Show Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event revealed the best in Custom, Classic,…
Hundreds gather for Humboldt Relay for Life
HUMBOLDT, Tenn -- Relay for Life supporters gathered at the Opera House in Humboldt Saturday evening for a black out cancer event. The event was hosted by the Relay…
'Bunny Run' raises funds for University School of Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn -- Around 40 people laced up their shoes, heading to the University School of Jackson to run for a good cause. Organizers say the annual 'Bunny Run' 5K and…
Delta Sigma Theta sorority members host teen summit
JACKSON, Tenn -- An annual summit encouraging teenagers made a return to Jackson. The ladies of the Delta Sigma Theta Jackson chapter hosted the summit at the Delta center. Teens could…
'Undie Run' raises money for colon cancer
JACKSON, Tenn. — It's a topic that doesn't always get a lot of attention, but colon cancer affects thousands each year. "It's not really a fun topic to talk about, colorectal…
Advance tickets on sale for the 50th annual UTM Spring College Rodeo
MARTIN, Tenn. – Advance tickets for the 50th annual University of Tennessee at Martin Spring College Rodeo, at the Ned McWherter Agricultural Pavilion on April 12-14, are now on sale at select locations around the West Tennessee and Kentucky area.…
Tennessee lawmakers revive child marriage ban proposal
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A Republican-led Tennessee House panel has revived legislation to ban child marriage. A House subcommittee advanced the bill Wednesday after amending it to let 17-year-olds continue to marry, but only with judicial approval, parental permission, proof…
Members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority discuss upcoming scholarship pageant
JACKSON, Tenn -- Members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. stopped by the WBBJ studio to discuss an upcoming pageant. The Miss Bronze West TN Scholarship Pageant will be held Saturday, March…
