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…
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…
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…
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.”…
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.…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has announced the first "Hub City Hero." Allison Erath Shipp has been recognized for her work with Give Back Jack and Blessing Boxes, according to a news release. The release says Shipp created…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- LIFELINE Blood Services in Jackson is in need of more locations to host mobile blood drives across West Tennessee. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, LIFELINE has not been…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A new online tool is being used to help Tennesseans know when they can receive the vaccine. A news release from the Governor's Office says this new tool will allow users to opt-in for notifications about their…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Highway Safety Office has joined AAA to offer the Reduce TN Crashes Scholarship Award for a second year. The THCO says that this program aims to improve teen driver safety among their communities. The news…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Those who are 75 and older are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Health officials say it is important you take action early and get the…
