Family remembers Camya Young's impact in Humboldt community
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. – After one family suffered the loss of a child, a small business offered a way to show support. Camya Young, a 14-year-old from Humboldt, had been a fighter since the day…
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'Be a Voice for Your Child' held Tuesday in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. – The "Be a Voice for Your Child" class was held Tuesday in Jackson. It was at the Jackson-Madison County Health Department Conference Room and was for caregivers of children with…
Autism Safety 101 held at Jackson State
JACKSON, Tenn. – A program at Jackson State Community College is aimed at bridging the gap between law enforcement and negative interactions with neuro-diverse people. Autism 101 was held at Jackson State Tuesday…
Man and dog rescued from frozen lake by first responders
BENTON COUNTY, Tenn. – A resident in Benton County attempted to rescue his dog from drowning in a frozen lake. On Monday, January 22, a Benton County resident jumped into a pond in his back yard to save his…
Tax expert shares tips on scams, filing early
JACKSON, Tenn. – With tax season right around the corner, WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Reporter Ryan Hodges spoke with an expert on what we should look out for this year. Mark Steber, the Chief…
Children's Cabinet formed with several goals already in mind
JACKSON, Tenn. – Community leaders in the Hub City met Tuesday morning to discuss the new Children's Cabinet that will serve the Jackson-Madison County area. Chattanooga is one city in Tennessee with a…
JFD: No major injuries after truck impaled on guardrail
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Fire Department says there were no major injuries after a trucked became impaled on a guardrail near downtown Jackson. The department says a mechanical malfunction caused a pick-up truck to veer off the roadway and…
UTM to host 45th annual Honor Band
The following is a news release from the University of Tennessee at Martin: MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin will host its 45th annual Honor Band program Jan. 25-27. Begun in 1980, the Honor Band draws musical…
Country singer Chris Young arrested at Nashville bar, charged with assault, disorderly conduct
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Country singer Chris Young has been arrested at a Nashville bar after an alleged altercation with Alcoholic Beverage Commission agents who were doing compliance checks. News outlets cited court records saying Young was arrested Monday night…
Memphis utility lifts boil water advisory after 5 days
Memphis' water company lifted a boil-water advisory for more than 600,000 people on Tuesday, five days after the precaution was put in place due to freezing temperatures that caused pipes to break throughout the southern city. Memphis Light, Gas and Water said…
High school robotics team wins event in Ohio
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local high school robotics team, Jackson Area Robotics 2775V, won the Kalahari Signature Event in Sandusky, Ohio over the weekend. There were 172 teams from all over the U.S. and Canada competing in this very…
FHU graduate and app developer enhances ThyWordle puzzle game
The following is a news release from Bramblett Group: Henderson, Tennessee – (Jan. 23, 2024) – Fans of ThyWordle, last year’s breakout scripture puzzle game developed by Freed-Hardeman University computer science students, will be pleased to hear that a second…
FBI: Sextortion a growing threat targeting minors
The following is a news release from the FBI: MEMPHIS, TN – The FBI wants to warn parents, educators, caregivers, and children about the dangers of online activity that may lead to the solicitation and enticement of a minor to engage…
MIDDAY GUEST: Boots & Bling
Tracy Case & Tracey McKnight with Friends of Heart joined our show to share details on Boots & Bling coming up in February. Click here for more information. For more news in…
Tickets available for first Women in Business Luncheon in Hardeman County
HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Tickets are now available for the first ever Women in Business Luncheon, hosted by the Hardeman County Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber says the luncheon will be an empowering event that celebrates the achievements of…
