PRESS RELEASE FROM UNITED WAY OF WEST TENNESSEE: United Way of West Tennessee Seeking Volunteer Reading Coaches for The READ Team Jackson, Tenn. (Jan. 16, 2024) – United Way of West Tennessee’s literacy program, The READ Team, aims to recruit…
The following is an announcement from the Jackson Energy Authority: JACKSON, Tenn. – According to the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), the recent snow/extreme cold temperatures our area is experiencing could set an all-time record for power demand, which could cause…
The following is a news release from the City of Jackson: City of Jackson continues work on city roads JACKSON, Tenn. The City of Jackson, TN Street Department crews have been working over the past few days to ensure the…
PRESS RELEASE FROM RIFA: Souper Bowl of Caring 2023: Help RIFA Tackle Hunger JACKSON, TN – January 16, 2024 – The Regional Inter-Faith Association (RIFA) will be raising funds to help fight hunger in our community through the Souper Bowl…
TRAFFIC ADVISORY FROM THE TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION: TDOT Asking Motorists to Not Drive in the Dangerous Conditions NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) continues to strongly urge motorists to stay home. TDOT crews are going on their third day…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- The Hub City has been covered in a blanket of snow which has left some some residents with cabin fever. The snow may have closed some business but residents in Jackson…
WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Ryan Hodges went out into the cold and snowy day in Jackson Monday morning. Check it out: See closings for schools and business. Also, go on a drive with…
An announcement from the City of Jackson: Public Notice: Waste Management will not be running, Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024, due to inclement weather and impassable roads. Waste Management plans to resume regular routes for residential customers on Thursday and Friday…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. – Local law officials shared insight on how drivers can stay safe on the road. Although Monday is a national holiday and some businesses are closed, some still have to clock…
With the chaos of disrupted routine, it can be tempting to forget the joy that snow can bring. Between snow angels and sledding, snowball fights, and snowmen, there are simple delights to be found…
The following is a news release from Henry County Medical Center: Henry County Medical Center Home Health Achieves National Best Practice Agency Recognition from WellSky. [Paris, TN Jan 15] – In a significant achievement, Henry County Medical Center Home Health…
Ride along as we take a drive through roads in the Jackson/Madison County area amid Monday's winter weather. For more local news, click here.
SNOW DAY: A blanket of snow greeted much of West Tennessee of Monday morning. See pictures submitted by viewers below. You can email your pictures to us at news@wbbjtv.com. SEE ALSO: Weather updates School closures Warming Centers
SEE ALSO: School closings announced due to winter weather If you are unsure a business is open, call ahead and check. You can search for the business on social media, or on Google and Apple maps. The following businesses have…
UPDATE (1/24/24): Suspect in Lexington Walmart shooting arrested UPDATE (1/17/24): Fundraiser organized for victim in Lexington Walmart shooting LEXINGTON, Tenn.-- We are following up with a shooting that took place Saturday evening.…
