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11 indicted in connection to alleged drug conspiracy

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Eleven people have been indicted in relation to an alleged drug conspiracy. The news release from the District Attorney's Office says that an investigation found that drugs were being sent through the postal service. The release says…

Dispute between between new organization, TVA continues

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A new organization called the Jackson Sustainability Cooperative is trying to install solar panels in the Jackson area. The JSC has petitioned the Tennessee Public Utility Commission to create a cooperative power supply entity and locate it…

West Tennessean among winners in Powerball lottery

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A West Tennessean is among the winners of the Lucky Powerball! A news release from the Tennessee Lottery says the winning tickets were bought at the 45 Package Store in Trenton, and at the Dixie Lee Shell…

Huntingdon residents brave the winter weather

HUNTINGDON, Tenn. -- With the roads of West Tennessee covered in snow, Huntingdon residents shared how they prepared for the inclement weather. One local worker says it was a breeze getting to…

Business Closings - 1/7/2022

We have received confirmation that the following businesses and government offices will be closed or have reduced hours on Friday, January 7: Discovery Park of America The Woman's Clinic (Jackson: open 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.) Henderson County Courthouse Jackson-Madison…

Winter weather creates slick roads in Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A second round of winter weather is covering West Tennessee in the new year! Winter weather hit parts of the area, producing slick and dangerous roads. Nichole Lawrence, with the…

GALLERY: Winter weather hits West Tennessee

SNOW DAY: Most of West Tennessee woke up to a blanket of snow and ice Thursday morning. Check out these winter weather photos from our viewers! Submit your photos to news@wbbjtv.com and stay safe! For more local news, click here.

McKellar-Sipes considering new airline proposals

JACKSON, Tenn. -- McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport is considering new proposals from multiple airlines and an airport bus service. This comes after the airport's request that Boutique Air withdraw from the Jackson market following numerous complaints. Proposals from interested air carriers…

School Closings - 1/7/2022

The following schools will be closed on Friday, January 7 due to winter weather: Alamo City Schools Augustine School Bells City Schools Benton County Schools Bethel University Bradford Special School District Carroll Academy Carroll County Schools Chester County Schools Christ…

Business Closings - 1/6/2022

We have received confirmation that the following business and government offices will be closed due to winter weather on January 6, 2022: Tennessee state offices Jackson Energy Authority offices The Old Country Store Jackson-Madison County Library Discovery Park of America…

Jackson Elks Lodge makes donations to area non-profits

JACKSON, Tenn.--Two organizations receive big donations. The Jackson Elks Lodge presented RIFA and the West Tennessee Therapy and Learning Center with donations, Wednesday. RIFA received a $2,000 Spotlight Grant. The lodge also gave the Therapy and Learning Center $1,750 worth…

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