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…
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Gibson County, others granted Federal Disaster Declaration
The following is a news release from the State of Tennessee: NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced three more counties have been approved for FEMA’s Individual Assistance following tornadoes and severe weather that impacted West and Middle Tennessee…
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…
World population up 75 million this year, topping 8 billion by Jan. 1
The world population grew by 75 million people over the past year and on New Year’s Day it will stand at more than 8 billion people. That is according to figures released by the U.S. Census Bureau on Thursday. The…
American Kennel Championship to air on NYE
JACKSON, Tenn. – For dog lovers, you won't want to miss this year's 22nd annual National Kennel Championship. More than 5,000 dogs and 200 different breeds will compete in various categories for the top…
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.…
Gypsy Rose Blanchard out of prison years after persuading boyfriend to kill her abusive mother
(AP) -- Gypsy Rose Blanchard has been released from prison on parole years after she persuaded an online boyfriend to kill her abusive mother. A spokesperson for the Missouri Department of Corrections says the now-32-year-old Missouri woman was released early…
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…
Magnitude 3.8 earthquake shakes part of eastern Arkansas
ETOWAH, Ark. (AP) — A magnitude 3.8 earthquake rattled parts of northeastern Arkansas on Wednesday, according to geologists. The earthquake occurred shortly before noon near the town of Etowah, the U.S. Geological Survey reported. The rural town, which has a…
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…
Gaston Glock, the Austrian developer of the Glock handgun, dies at 94
Gaston Glock, the Austrian developer of the handgun that bears his name, died on Wednesday. He was 94. The Glock company announced his death, the Austria Press Agency reported. Glock, a reclusive engineer, founded the company in 1963 in Deutsch-Wagram,…
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…
