Chipping of the Greens to be held January 13
JACKSON, Tenn. – The City of Jackson and Keep Jackson Beautiful announced the return of Chipping of the Greens, a Christmas tree recycling initiative that will take place on January 13. This…
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Hub Classic Tournament held once again
JACKSON, Tenn. – The sounds of cheers, whistles, and shoes skidding across the court returned for another year of making a difference in the lives of people in our community. “It's a three-day…
Newbern Police arrest robbery suspects
From the Newbern Police Department - TN Facebook: NEWBERN PD ARREST ROBBERY SUSPECTS On December 26, 2023 Newbern officers responded to the area of North Grayson Street in reference to a reported robbery. The male victim reported that he was…
Jackson Recreation & Parks announces soccer and basketball registration
VIA WHITNEY BILLINGSLEY, CITY OF JACKSON REC & PARKS COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT DIRECTOR: Jackson Recreation and Parks Department has registration open for Teen Basketball League at T.R. Sportsplex for girls and boys ages 13-17. Registration is free. You may register online…
Dollar General issues statement on Christmas morning fire at Cedar Grove store
CEDAR GROVE, Tenn. -- A popular business went up in flames Christmas morning in one local community. Several WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News tipsters alerted us to a fire that occurred at the Dollar General off Highway 70 in Cedar Grove.…
2023 Recap: Remembering those lost along the way
JACKSON, Tenn. – As 2023 comes to an end, it is time to remember a few West Tennessee leaders that we lost along the way. Steve Short was a very influential leader during his…
Possible body located in pond in Decatur County
UPDATE (1/3/24): Body found near Parsons identified as missing man EARLIER STORY: DECATUR COUNTY, Tenn. – The Decatur County Sheriff’s Office says they have found what appeared to be a body in a pond. Wednesday around 2 p.m., a report…
Worker who was held at gunpoint during robbery talks about experience
UPDATE (12/29/23): Jackson Police announce arrests of suspects in multiple armed robberies LEXINGTON, Tenn. – Police are still investigating a string of armed robberies that took place in Lexington last week. According to the…
Several law enforcement agencies to offer free rides for NYE
JACKSON, Tenn. – For those of you who will be spending your New Year's Eve with alcohol, there are local law enforcement agencies offering a resource that could help you avoid a DUI. Every…
2023 Recap: A look back at the generosity of West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. – From galas to a call to action, local organizations have been making a difference in the lives of those around us. And it couldn’t happen without the generosity of so many…
Henderson County to get $580K for communication tower site
The following is a news release from the State of Tennessee: NASHVILLE, Tenn. – State Reps. Brock Martin, R-Huntingdon, and Kirk Haston, R-Lobelville, today announced a $580,803 grant for a communication tower site from the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development…
West Tennessee's Year in Review: 2023
2023 Year in Review: Your top stories for 2023 (by views): Three-year investigation results in conviction of man named ‘Weed Eater’ Drug Task Force: Large scale drug trafficking conducted at old Walmart building Driver arrested for Lexington wreck that claimed…
JTA announces no bus service on January 1
PRESS RELEASE FROM JACKSON TRANSIT AUTHORITY: JTA HOLIDAY SCHEDULE The Jackson Transit Authority (JTA) will not be operating its regular bus service on Monday, January 1, 2024 in honor of the nationally observed holiday, New Year’s Day. Services will resume…
Several New Year's Eve events planned in Jackson
SEE ALSO: Several Jackson restaurants to keep doors open for New Year holiday JACKSON, Tenn. – New Year's Eve can be a celebration for all ages, young and old. So we have a few…
Holiday travel to continue through to new year
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Believe it or not, the holiday travel season is still in full swing. Although Christmas is over, that does not mean that the holiday travel season has ended. AAA says that…
