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JEA: TVA asks consumers for voluntary reductions in power use

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…

City of Jackson says crews continuing to work on roads

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…

Souper Bowl of Caring 2023: Help RIFA Tackle Hunger

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…

TDOT asking motorists to not drive in the dangerous conditions

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…

Cold, snowy day hits 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…

City of Jackson: Waste Management will not run Tuesday

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…

HCMC earns National Best Practice Agency Recognition from WellSky

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…

GALLERY: Snow day in West Tennessee

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 

Business closings due to winter weather

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…

Lexington Police shed light on Saturday's shooting

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.…

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