Lifeline Blood Services: Urgent need for blood this week
There is an urgent need for blood this week. According to LIFELINE Blood Services, not enough blood was donated during the weeks leading up to the Memorial Day Holiday. Currently there is…
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Former high school students share a root in history at reunion
DECATURVILLE, Tenn. — A memorial statue marks the spot where Decatur County Training School was built back in 1925. "We had 1st grade to 5th grade in one class," former…
Pet of the Week: Nick
Meet our pet of the week, Nick! Nick is a young chocolate mix. He's not particularly into water sports, but doesn't mind the rain. He loves car rides. He's never…
Experts warn about pool safety as holiday weekend approaches
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Pools across the country are getting ready to open which means people are diving in for a good time. "It can be fun but you don't want it…
High school grad rides hundreds of miles on bike, raises money
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WBBJ Exclusive: Take a tour of the Madison County jail
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Madison County jail houses 391 inmates. The problem is the jail was only built to house 303 people. "We are down way below a five. We are…
Schedule of events for 30th Buford Pusser Festival
The 30th annual Buford Pusser Festival kicked off Thursday night in Adamsville. The festival is scheduled to last through Saturday night at Adamsville City Park and the Buford Pusser Museum. Thursday,…
Jackson Transit Authority shares map of proposed route changes
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson Transit Authority has shared a map detailing the proposed changes to their bus routes. Before any changes go into effect, the proposal will go before…
More information about asthma
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in every 13 Americans has asthma. Asthma is a disease affecting the lungs and causing repeated episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness and coughing. Though asthma cannot be cured, there…
Local woman shares story of foster child to foster mom
JACKSON, Tenn -- May is 'National Foster Care Awareness' Month, and local families came together to highlight their experiences being a part of the foster care system. Youth Villages is all about…
Protect the Protectors: First responders gifted home security devices
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. — First responders work to protect us every day, but one company is hoping to protect them with a new device. Madison County Fire Chief Eric Turner works…
Tennessee State Parks offer free, guided hikes
NASHVILLE -- Tennessee State Parks will celebrate National Trails Day and kick off Great Outdoors Month with free, guided hikes at all 56 parks on Saturday, June 2. Find more information including a full list of the hikes at the…
Local guidance counselor wishes students well with 500-plus personal, hand-written notes
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- Students at a local elementary school receive a special farewell from their guidance counselor. Franklin Davenport from Haywood Elementary School in Brownsville has written a personal note…
Summer activities mean learning doesn't have to stop for local kids
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Boys & Girls Club of Jackson is gearing up for their summer program. "We focus on the summer 'brain gain' instead of the summer learning loss," Boys & Girls Club Executive Director Sabrina Anderson said. Summer…
Info on preteen vaccinations
For information about preteen vaccinations, visit the Centers for Disease Control website.
Mother involved in rollover wreck speaks on family's recovery
UPDATE: LAST CAT HAS BEEN FOUND. ONLY TWO DOGS MISSING. DYERSBURG, Tenn -- A mom is speaking out after being involved in a rollover crash, with three of her children and…
More info about Commemorative Air Force AirPower History Tour
For more information about the Commemorative Air Force AirPower History Tour, including how to book rides in advance, visit www.airpowertour.org.
Company recalls several homeopathic products
MBI Distributing Inc. is recalling multiple homeopathic drug products. Their teething drops, nausea drops and throat sprays, along with several other products, could result in an adverse reaction, according to the recall information on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration…
Jackson American Heritage Girl receives Stars and Stripes Award
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A round of applause for a local girl who got awarded Sunday for her endless hours of education and community service as an American Heritage Girl. "Our goal…
List of Weekend Events going on around the area (May 19 and May 20)
List of Weekend Events going on around the area( May 19 and May 20) : SATURDAY: *STAT Adoption Event at PETCO from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (West Towne Commons Shopping Center)…
