Hoverboard Recall
You may want to check that Christmas gift for this recall. DGL group has announced a recall of their hover-one helix hoverboards due to a fire hazard. The hoverboards have a recalled lithium-ion battery that can overheat. DGL has…
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2023 Recap: Remembering those lost along the way
JACKSON, Tenn. – As 2023 comes to an end, it is time to remember a few West Tennessee leaders that we lost along the way. Steve Short was a very influential leader during his…
2023 Recap: A look back at the generosity of West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. – From galas to a call to action, local organizations have been making a difference in the lives of those around us. And it couldn’t happen without the generosity of so many…
West Tennessee's Year in Review: 2023
2023 Year in Review: Your top stories for 2023 (by views): Three-year investigation results in conviction of man named ‘Weed Eater’ Drug Task Force: Large scale drug trafficking conducted at old Walmart building Driver arrested for Lexington wreck that claimed…
Several New Year's Eve events planned in Jackson
SEE ALSO: Several Jackson restaurants to keep doors open for New Year holiday JACKSON, Tenn. – New Year's Eve can be a celebration for all ages, young and old. So we have a few…
Additional information on the food pantry at First United Methodist Church Lexington
The First United Methodist Church in Lexington hosted a Mobile Food Pantry and food giveaway on Saturday, December 23. The church has been helping families with these food giveaways for several years now. This year alone with the help of…
Pet of Week: Charlee
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Charlee! Meet Charlee! She is a small lady (weighing just under 30 lbs) but she has the biggest goofiest personality.…
RIFA, Old Country Store offer a place to eat on Christmas Eve
JACKSON, Tenn. – Looking for a place to spend Christmas Eve together? Here are a few places you could go! Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store will be continuing a treasured family tradition with…
Mother of 5 seeks help after fire at Jackson home
JACKSON, Tenn. – Tamia Trull is a 27-year-old mother of five. She recently gave birth to a newborn about two weeks ago. Trull stated that she was just talking to her sister, who…
Help needed to help serve food on Christmas Eve
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local organization needs volunteers for Christmas Eve. After volunteering on Thanksgiving GT Productionz is returning to RIFA to help serve members of the community on Christmas Eve. GT Productionz is…
Program awards $1 million in STEM grants to Tennessee schools
The following is a news release from Battelle: NASHVILLE, Tenn. ― The Tennessee STEM Innovation Network (TSIN), managed by Battelle, supported the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Bicentennial Volunteers Inc. (BVI), a TVA retiree organization, in providing $1.5 in STEM…
SWHRA delivers hope for the holidays
JACKSON, Tenn. – A community service center is helping to feed children while also spreading Christmas cheer to senior citizens who are homebound. The Southwest Human Resource Agency provided services among generations Tuesday…
What is Yule: A reverend's insights and unique celebrations
JACKSON, Tenn. – What is Yule? We spoke with Rev. Emily Guenther from The Fellowship of Avalon - ATC about the annual celebration. She shared that, in this case, Yule serves as a catch-all term. Wooden…
Discovery Park announces honorees for 2024 awards, gala
(Union City, Tennessee, Dec. 19, 2023) — Discovery Park of America has announced the honorees for the 2024 Discovery Awards and Gala that will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the museum and heritage park. The gala and awards ceremony, emceed by author,…
State says Urban, Community Forestry Assistance grants available
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry is providing funding through the Urban and Community Forestry Inflation Reduction Act Grant Program to promote the creation, enhancement, and protection of urban and community forest ecosystems in disadvantaged communities.…
Dancers from the Hub City perform in Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn.-- Mona Lisa Lanier School of Dance performed at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church for the annual Christmas musical. Members of the church as well as guest were able…
Pet of the Week: Darlene
This week's Pet of the Week is Darlene! This sweet girl is featured from Tipton County Animal Shelter. Darlene is an energetic 2-year-old Lab/Husky mix that is fun loving and carefree!…
Black Tie and Boxing set for January 13
JACKSON, Tenn. – The annual Black Tie and Boxing event is coming up on Saturday, January 13 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center in Jackson. The night will involve a formal dinner, a cocktail…
Here is a list of what is coming up this weekend in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Coming up this weekend is the 8th annual LOLO Christmas Show and Gospel Brunch. This event returns to the Hub City to bring the holiday spirit to the Jackson community and…
Corporate Entrepreneur Grant: Skillet Junction
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson, Boren and Boyd, the Bank of Jackson, and WBBJ-TV have partnered to, once again, give back to small businesses in West Tennessee through a monthly competition. November's…
