MTSU visits Jackson State Community College
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several transfer students at Jackson State Community College had a chance Tuesday to get ahead of the curve to join one of Tennessee's largest universities. The…
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Hooked On Science: ultimate snowball
INGREDIENTS Snow INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Scoop up enough snow to fill your hands. STEP 2: Merge your snow filled hands together and apply pressure. Gradually increase the pressure while rotating your hands. STEP 3: Once you feel some resistance, smooth…
Local animal shelter to close facility in February
THREE WAY, Tenn. -- Beyond Bars Animal Rescue is closing the doors to its shelter. After more than two years of operating out of the "big house," BBAR said they need to find…
Watch Noah Chamberlin's Memorial Service Live
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Noah Chamberlin's memorial service will be held Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at Fellowship Bible Church. You can livestream it from the link below. Click on "Noah Chamberlin Funeral Service." Livestream: http://livestream.com/fellowshipjackson/
State launches survey to gauge broadband Internet access, usage
NASHVILLE -- The state of Tennessee wants your thoughts on Internet speed in your area. Counties and cities have been posting a link to the Department of Economic and Community Development's survey.…
DA Jerry Woodall's statement on death of Noah Chamberlin
Click here to see the full news release from District Attorney General Jerry Woodall regarding the disappearance and death of Noah Chamberlin.
State of Tenn. releases new maps with education data
NASHVILLE -- The Comptroller’s Offices of Research and Education Accountability has created two new interactive maps featuring a wide range of education data at the school and school district levels. The maps illustrate the House of Representatives and Senate legislative…
Some Waffle House locations taking reservations for Valentine's Day
True breakfast lovers, take note — Waffle House is now taking reservations for Valentine's Day. The option for a candlelit meal at the chain is only available at four locations…
How to Jamarion Henning's Family
Jamarion Henning died in a fire on East Chester January 18th, 2016. His family is still trying to raise money for funeral arrangements. Follow the link to donate. https://www.gofundme.com/jemellhenning
Hooked on Science: Snowcream
Snow Ice Cream INGREDIENTS 4 Cups of Snow ½ Can of Sweetened Condensed Milk ½ Teaspoon of Vanilla Extract 1 Thermometer 1 Hefty Slider Gallon Storage Bag INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Place the snow into the Hefty Slider Gallon Storage Bag.…
Where to send cards for family of Noah Chamberlin
Many are asking where they can send cards for the family of Noah Chamberlin. They may be sent to the following addresses: The Highlands Church 5035 U.S. 45 Finger, TN 38334 Cards for the sheriff's office and fire department can be…
Contact info for missing service dog
If you have information about the service dog missing from a Madison County family, email the owner at solutionsofjackson@gmail.com or the WBBJ newsroom at news@wbbjtv.com.
TDOT salt truck among winter weather wrecks
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Dream Center 'Night in the Caribbean' fundraiser is this weekend
JACKSON, Tenn. -- How about spending a night in the Caribbean without ever leaving West Tennessee? All you have to do is head to the Carl Perkins Civic Center Saturday night for the Dream Center's Night in the Caribbean fundraiser. The evening…
TWRA creates webpage with info on cougars in Tenn.
NASHVILLE -- State wildlife officials have created an online resource to provide information on cougars in the state. After four recent confirmed cougar sightings in Tennessee, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency created a "Cougars in Tennessee" page on their website to help…
TDOT holds safety message contest
NASHVILLE -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation is again hosting its contest to come up with the best safety message for the department's electronic signs used on the interstates. The goal of the messages is to raise awareness of highway…
JMCSS releases principal assignments for 2016-2017 school year
MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Jackson-Madison County School System has released a list of administrative assignments and reassignments for the 2016-2017 school year. You can view the full list here.
Good Morning West Tennessee: Seven on 7
Here are a few events going on around West Tennessee for the weekend of January 8-10, 2016. Friday, January 8 An Evening with Mike Matheny Carl Perkins Civic Center, Jackson 7:00-10:00…
Tenn. politicians respond to President Obama's gun control address
The following is Congressman Marsh Blackburn's statement: Congressman Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) issued the following statement in response to the executive actions announced by…
Rep. Andy Holt's gun control letter to President Obama
Rep. Andy Holt represents Obion and Weakley counties and part of Carroll County. Read Holt's full letter to President Obama, entitled "Take Your Gun Control And Shove It," here.
