JACKSON, Tenn. -- Two programs are helping African-American freshmen through their first classes at Jackson State. The two programs, Quest and Journey, are helping students kickoff their college…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Le Bonheur Children's Hospital and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis are enrolling pediatric volunteers in a clinical trial for a COVID-19 antibody treatment, according to a news release. The release says volunteers should…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- State leaders visit Memphis to assess the damage to the Hernando DeSoto Bridge. The Interstate 40 bridge between Memphis and Arkansas has been shut down since last Tuesday.…
The deadline for the Jackson Generals Ball Club to vacate the city owned ballpark is days away. With the recent announcement of another concert being scheduled at the Ballpark at Jackson, do you think ballpark management should be able to…
CHICAGO -- McDonald's is giving a half a million dollars to incoming and current HBCU students for its second year in a row. In a news release, McDonald's says student can apply for the Black & Positively Golden Scholarship Program…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System will live stream all five high school graduation ceremonies this week. Graduation schedules for this week are: JCM Early College High: Tuesday, May 18 at 6 p.m. Madison Academic Magnet High School:…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Generals have announced Nashville band Old Dominion will perform at the Ballpark at Jackson this summer. According to a news release, the concert is scheduled for July…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has added another blessing box. This is the 27th Give Back Jack Blessing Box, and it is located in a high traffic area, right off…
HENDERSON, Tenn.-- A local man is using his passion to create a radio show. A one-hour radio special dedicated to country legend Eddy Arnold played from the Freed-Hardeman University campus radio, WFHU. The special was hosted by Freed-Hardeman University Alumnus…
JACKSON, Tenn.-- West Jackson Baptist Church hosted their second night at the fields Sunday night. The event had barbecue, games, and a kickball tournament. Participants were asked to bring an assortment of desserts as well. The church kickball team challenged…
For more information on the Scarlet Rope Project or if you are interested in volunteering call (347)-455-1656 or visit their website at https://www.scarletropeproject.com/. You can also email the organization at scarletropeproject@gmail.com.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local faith-based organization with a mission to rescue women in need hosted an informational meeting today. West Jackson Baptist Church is partnering with the Scarlet Rope Project. The non-profit organization rescues and houses women who…
For more information on WRAP in Jackson, TN, or for information on volunteering call (731)-668-0411 or visit their website at https://www.wraptn.org/. There address is 512 Roland Avenue, Jackson, TN 38301 They can also be emailed at news@wraptn.org.
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- A local non-profit raises funds by providing a movie nights to the community. The City of Jackson presents WRAP's First Annual Movies in the Vineyard. Movies in the Vineyard comes to a close for its final…
This week's Pet of the Week is Miss Callie! Callie is a sweet girl who came to Saving The Animals Together after spending time in a local shelter. This spunky little…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The state of Tennessee is ending multiple federally-funded pandemic unemployment programs in July. WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News reporter Conley Grayson Norris spoke with local businesses and employment agencies,…
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JACKSON, Tenn. -- Charter Communications is joining the FCC's in expanding broadband connection. In a news release, Charter says it will be apart of the $3.2 billion Emergency Broadband Benefit Program. Through this program, Charter says households could receive credit…
The COVID-19 pandemic altered or canceled many trips and vacations for people in 2020. As restrictions are beginning to relax and the number of vaccinated people rise, will COVID-19 impact your travel plans this year? We want to hear from…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Nominations are now open for the 2021 Mayor's Civic Pride awards. The annual Mayor's Civic Pride Awards recognize individuals that take exceptional care of their properties, including well-kept yards, landscaping or hardscape, and overall curb appeal, according…
