New space gives small businesses room to work
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- A West Tennessee city is opening a new space for small businesses. In the heart of downtown McKenzie, a new space has emerged called The RailYard. It's a brand…
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Public art initiative accepting applications for new proposals
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson's Public Art Initiative committee is asking for proposals for a mural in downtown Jackson. The mural will be located on West Main Street, in a space donated by Baker Bros. BBQ for the…
New tool helps Tennesseans locate life insurance policies
JACKSON, Tenn. -- There is a new locator service Tennesseans can use to locate a life insurance policy. If you are looking to have life insurance money returned to you, you may want to…
Pet of the Week: Adina
This week's Pet of the Week is Miss Adina. Adina came into Saving The Animals Together with her mom and siblings when she was only 3-days-old. She may have been…
Jackson Generals letter to the City of Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Generals issued a letter to the City of Jackson. The full letter from the Generals: "Mayor Conger, I acknowledge receipt of the letter delivered on your behalf by the City Attorney yesterday. You have correctly…
JMCSS opens calendar options for public comment
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System has posted calendar draft options for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years. The options include a recommendation for a week-long Thanksgiving break, according to a news release. Extending Thanksgiving break will not…
Henderson Road closed for I-40 construction project
JACKSON, Tenn. -- If you usually take Henderson Road, prepare to find an alternate route over the coming weeks. "Today, Henderson Road is being closed for the demolition of that bridge. At first, it will kind of look like that…
West TN city welcomes higher education institution
CAMDEN, Tenn, ---A city in West Tennessee welcomes it's first higher education institution soon. The residents of Camden will soon have the opportunity to take classes at its first ever university. Bethel University is adding a seventh campus location…
Jackson-Madison Co. NAACP to host virtual events for MLK Day
The Jackson-Madison County Branch of the NAACP is hosting virtual events in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Events for Monday, Jan. 18 are: 8:30 a.m. -- Virtual Health Forum- “Impact/Implications of COVID-19 on People and Communities of Color.”…
CWD-positive deer found in Lauderdale, Madison counties
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has confirmed CWD-positive deer have been located in Lauderdale and Madison counties. According to a news release, the deer from Madison County was harvested by a hunter and was within 10 miles of Henderson County.…
City of Jackson releases holiday trash schedule
The City of Jackson has announced changes to garbage pick-up for the week of Jan. 18. Garbage in the city will not be picked up on Monday, Jan. 18 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. On Tuesday,…
Non-profit fights scammers with online tool
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A non-profit organization is helping track scammers to prevent fraud. If you have experienced multiple scam calls already, then the Better Business Bureau has developed a tracker tool for…
2nd round of PPP loans aimed at helping local businesses
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Another round of Paycheck Protection loans is set to begin, and there's a chance your local business could greatly benefit. The Paycheck Protection Program -- which started in…
WBBJ launches "The Sound of Jackson" digital series
JACKSON, Tenn. -- This year, we are putting the arts in the spotlight with our new digital series "The Sound of Jackson." Each episode gives an up close and personal look at some of the best singer-songwriters in West Tennessee…
TBI hiring for six positions
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has openings for six positions. There are currently two openings for a forensic technician in the Nashville Crime Laboratory. These individuals will be responsible for receiving, testing, and notifying agencies about evidence,…
State Fire Marshals Office releases fire safety tips
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee State Fire Marshal's office is urging Tennesseans to focus on home fire safety. According to a news release, the second week of January is typically the most tragic week for fire-related incidents in Tennessee. The…
Deaf community shares communication obstacles of COVID-19
JACKSON, Tenn., -- The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted many people in the deaf and hard of hearing community around West Tennessee. WBBJ-7 spoke with Sara Miller, a local educator and member of…
City of Jackson launches new app with JTA
JACKSON, Tenn. —A new transportation app is available now for community members to use. The City of Jackson has launched a new app with Jackson Transit Authority. "A few months ago we received…
Pet of the Week: Beanie
It is time for this week's Pet of the Week, brought to you by Saving the Animals Together. This week's special boy is Beanie. This cutie is approximately 1-year-old and 50…
Warming shelter seeks volunteers as temperature drop
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local organization is looking for volunteers to help out at a local warming center for the new year. The Tennessee Homeless Solution Hotline is asking for your help to assist those in need. As we enter…
