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JACKSON, Tenn. -- Ever had that Friday night and wonder, what is there to do this weekend? Well the Jackson-Madison County Chamber is kicking off a new program just for…
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Jackson-Madison Co. School System announces addition of pre-kindergarten class
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System announces the addition of a 32nd pre-kindergarten class beginning in the fall of 2018. This new Voluntary Pre-K class, which will allow another 20 qualifying students to enroll, is made possible through…
Air Choice One airlines says business to Atlanta is soaring
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Those in charge at our local airport say business has taken off since they started offering flights to Atlanta. "Traffic to Atlanta has been booming. We have seen…
National Melanoma Day raises awareness of potentially deadly skin cancer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The first Monday in May is National Melanoma Day. The American Academy of Dermatology says this designation is a good way to raise awareness of the disease. Melanoma is one of the most fatal forms of skin…
Two Brownsville men survive a fiery car accident on I-40 Saturday afternoon
BROWNSVILLE, Tenn. -- Traffic was backed up for miles Saturday afternoon on I-40 westbound toward Memphis, 22-year-old Daruis Pruiett and 23-year-old Montravious Woodland were having a rather normal Saturday and…
First pitch goes out to organ tissue donor awareness
JACKSON, Tenn. -- When we're at a populated place such as a ballpark, we see many faces but we never really know what each of those individuals are going through. WBBJ 7…
Pet of the Week: Meet Minnie
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Meet Minnie! Her foster family says someone dumped her in a rescuers yard. If you want a really athletic dog that can keep up with you, then…
Jackson Relay for Life raises thousands to fight cancer
JACKSON, Tenn. --Dozens of cancer survivors were at what organizers are calling the biggest Relay for Life event in Tennessee, Friday. "I'm currently taking radiation treatments for breast cancer, and I…
Local stores take part in Free Comic Book Day this weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's a day for superhero fans to rejoice — Free Comic Book Day! Retailers all over the country observe the holiday the first Saturday in May. It all started in 2001 when a comic book retailer in…
Humboldt gears up for Strawberry Festival
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- "It's just a wonderful hometown homecoming," Humboldt Mayor Marvin Sikes said. The City of Humboldt is gearing up for the West Tennessee Strawberry Festival. The festival started back…
How to file a claim for damage with TDOT
Drivers can file a claim for damages with the Tennessee Department of Transportation. For more information, including the form to file a claim, visit the TDOT website.
Primary Election Roundup: May 1, 2018
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Below is our roundup of the unofficial election results from the county primaries from across West Tennessee.
Jackson Transit Authority to hold public hearing on route changes
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Transit Authority is changing some of its routes. A public hearing will be held at 4 p.m. May 23 in the conference room at the City Council Room in City…
Omni Visions to host Foster Care 'Block Party'
May is National Foster Care Month. It's a time to recognize that we each can play a part in enhancing the lives of children and youth in foster care. The Omni Visions Foster Care "Block Party" will take place from 10…
TBI releases studies on hate crime, violence against law enforcement officers
NASHVILLE -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation on Monday released two reports detailing the volume and nature of crime identified as hate crime and violence against the state’s law enforcement officers, according to a TBI release. The annual studies…
Where to find more information about May 1 primary election
For more information about the May 1 primary, visit the links below:
Pet of the Week: Meet Patty
Jackson, Tenn. -- Patty, or Pattycake, is a young Bulldog Mix. "She is friendly and has yet to meet a stranger," Tia Paullin said. Patty loves to run and…
Author stops by to talk about new book about overcoming obstacles
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Devin Hogan stopped by the WBBJ studios to talk about her new book " Life Spoken: Overcoming the Attack of the Tongue." Hogan says it is a book to…
Information on cat litter donations to Barn Cat Rescue
To nominate Barn Cat Rescue as a favorite shelter to receive cat litter donations, visit, catspride.com. All rescues nominated receive cat litter. The more nominations received, the more litter donated. You can also make cat litter donations for Barn Cat…
White Oak Farms hosts 'City Farmhouse Pop-up Fair'
MEDINA, Tenn. -- Are you interested in vintage and antique items? Then you don't want to miss the City Farmhouse Pop-up Fair. The two-day event will take place at White Oak Farms in Medina. The fair will feature vendors from…
