Hub City Brewing debuts drink for one night only
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local business held a special event Tuesday in honor of the spooky season. Hub City Brewing held a Halloween party to debut a special beverage. The new…
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Fall fest held at Jackson church
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Poplar Heights Baptist Church hosted a fall fest event for Halloween night. Those in attendance enjoyed several activities including a hayride, inflatable slide, and obstacle course. Kids dressed…
Pumpkin drop held at local elementary school
JACKSON, Tenn. – While most are celebrating Halloween, these students celebrated HallowSTREAM Tuesday with creative stem events that incorporated learning for students while having fun in the process. Multiple pumpkins were…
Rummage Sale begins in Henderson
HENDERSON, Tenn. – The Associates of Freed-Hardeman University hosted their annual rummage sale Tuesday morning. This event was held in Henderson at the National Guard Armory. Items purchased at this event contribute…
Cars vs. Cold: Car care center shares tips to keep you moving in the winter
JACKSON, Tenn. – As cold temperatures start to chill the area, what are some ways to keep your vehicle running smoothly? There are many things to look out for when cold…
Assistant District Attorney Brad Champine Awarded Prestigious Honor For Exceptional Service To The Criminal Justice System
News release from Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference: CHESTER, HENDERSON and MADISON COUNTIES, Tenn. (October 2023) – Brad Champine, Assistant District Attorney General of the 26 th Judicial District of Tennessee, was honored with the prestigious President’s Award at the…
Halloween Street Party to be held in Selmer
SELMER, Tenn. – McNairy County's Publishing Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Town of Selmer will kick off their annual Halloween Street Party on Tuesday. This is the 12th party that they have…
Helping save lives, Rutherford Fire Department seeks volunteer firefighters
RUTHERFORD, Tenn. -- Firefighters in one local community have launched recruitment efforts to help keep lives protected. The Rutherford Fire Department is currently seeking both male and female volunteer firefighters. Recruiting and Retention…
Love Your Block – Jackson, TN announces winners of Neighborhood Improvement Grants
News release from the City of Jackson: JACKSON, Tenn. – Love Your Block – Jackson, TN, on today, announced the winners of the 2023 Neighborhood Improvement Grant that was launched last month. This grant opportunity empowers residents and community groups…
Fire department aims to keep you safe, warm
Jackson, Tenn. – As the temperature outside drops, Jackson, TN families take to the indoors to keep safe and warm. They may not realize that turning up the heat can increase the risk of home heating fires. According to the latest Home Heating Fires National…
Jackson Police seek info in recent armed robbery
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department is seeking information in a recent armed robbery. According to police, officers responded to the Super Way gas station, located at 736 Airways Boulevard, around 2:40 a.m. on October 22. Jackson Police say…
JTA to offer free rides for canned food donations
PRESS RELEASE FROM MELINDA CLARK, JACKSON TRANSIT AUTHORITY: JTA’s Annual Food Drive The Jackson Transit Authority (JTA) will hold its 34th Annual Food Drive to benefit the Regional Inter-Faith Association Food Bank on Wednesday and Thursday, November 8th and 9th,…
GALLERY: 2023 Halloween Costumes in West Tennessee
It's that time -- we asked to see your Halloween costumes for 2023! Check out our gallery of submissions below and have a safe and Happy Halloween! Email your photo to: web@wbbjtv.com - please include a name, who or…
1/2 pound of meth, 3D printed weapons seized from Gibson County home
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A search warrant executed in Gibson County on Monday led to an arrest and the discovery of multiple illicit items. According to the West Tennessee Drug Task Force (28th, 29th, 30th Districts), agents with the…
Dyersburg police seek attempted murder suspect
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- One is arrested and another is wanted for attempted murder following a shooting Sunday in Dyersburg. According to the Dyersburg Police Department, authorities are searching for…
