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$15,000 grant to go to students in local school system

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A grant of $15,000 is going to students in the Jackson-Madison County School System. The grant is going towards North Parkway Middle School's Club Day, which was created in 2021 to help students find a career…

Health department shifts COVID-19 vaccine schedule

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department has a new schedule for COVID-19 vaccinations. The health department says that, effective immediately, vaccines for COVID-19 will be given only on Wednesdays and Fridays. Wednesdays will be for first and…

FBI searches Pence's Indiana home in classified docs probe

WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI is searching former Vice President Mike Pence’s Indiana home as part of a classified records probe. That's according to two people familiar with the search who were not authorized to discuss it and spoke on…

Poll of the Day: Game Day Dip-Off

Need some dip with that chip? WBBJ is gearing up for Super Bowl Sunday with a little friendly dip-off competition today -- and we want you to join in on the festivities! Cast…

Super Bowl ads to keep it light by using nostalgia and stars

NEW YORK (AP) — Super Bowl ads are more than just breaks between gameplay during the biggest sporting event of the year: they offer a glimpse of the country’s zeitgeist, along with how major industries are faring. Advertisers spend millions…

'Escanaba in da Moonlight' comes to Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A fan favorite is coming back to the stage. The Jackson Theatre Guild will present "Escanaba in da Moonlight" at the Bandstand on North Star Drive in Jackson.…

Oman renovations, more discussed in February meeting

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System had their February board meeting on Thursday. A few things were approved, including the construction contract for renovations on the Oman Arena, which will be known as the Hub City Central Complex. It…

Officer drew gun as he approached Tyre Nichols, report finds

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — One of three Memphis Police officers who initially detained Tyre Nichols last month has admitted he did not witness the alleged reckless driving that was the justification for pulling over Nichols but still approached his car while brandishing…

Do the Write Thing competition begins

JACKSON, Tenn. -- An annual local writing competition kicked off on Thursday. The Jackson Do the Write Thing challenge kick off event was held at Bemis Middle School. Organizers…

24-hour mobile clinic brings health care to homes

JACKSON, Tenn. -- There is a new way to access professional medical care without ever leaving your home. Kem Holliday launched her business, KKT Mobile Solutions on February 1. Holliday offers a 24-hour mobile clinic that can come to your…

Icy roads lead to bumpier rides in West Tennessee

JACKSON, Tenn. -- After last week's icy storms, the roads could now present some problems. The street department says they work everyday at repairing potholes in Jackson. When they find a pothole…

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