Pet of the Week: Rocky
This week's Pet of the Week is a special request from Hero West. Meet Rocky! Hero West needs your help to get Rocky home. He got away from his foster Thursday morning off of Edenwood Drive near Jackson-Madison Co. General…
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Girl Scout cookies make comeback in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After a few supply chain issues, Girl Scout cookies are making a comeback! Heart of the South Council says a new batch of cookies are in Memphis and ready to be eaten. The Girl Scouts say…
Old Country Store will host Historic Structures Tours in April
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Architecture is the theme this month for Jackson-Madison County's Bicentennial celebration, bringing a special offer at one popular tourist attraction. Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store will host a Historic Structures Tour every Saturday in April. The tours…
GALLERY: Storm moves through West Tennessee
A storm swept through West Tennessee on Wednesday. What did you see? Share your photos with us at news@wbbjtv.com.
City of Jackson flag design contest taking submissions through April 30
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In celebration of the Jackson-Madison County Bicentennial, the City of Jackson is sponsoring a competition for a new city flag design. This competition is open to all residents of…
Stay weather aware in West Tennessee
Severe weather is on its way to West Tennessee. Stay with us online, on the air, or through the weather app for updates as it passes through. Have photos to share? Send them to news@wbbjtv.com or share them in the…
Is this the year? Bill aims to make Bible a State book of Tennessee
https://youtu.be/EjRufufAjOY NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Is this the year? Another resolution to make the Bible an official State book of Tennessee is moving forward in the Tennessee legislature. House Joint Resolution 0752 is sponsored by Rep. Jerry Sexton. Legislators have tried…
Artists come together to showcase their skills
WAVERLY, Tenn. --One local city is helping artists from all over the country express themselves in a unique way. "Graffiti has such a negative undertone and it's not, it's beautiful! It's…
Additional information on Paint Jam in Waverly, TN
Artists from all over the country showcased their talent at the Walls Art Park in Waverly, TN for the Spring Paint Jam. "Graffiti has such a negative undertone and it's not, it's beautiful! It's art and I think people can…
Pet of the Week: Biscuit
This week's Pet of the Week from Hero West Rescue is Biscuit! Biscuit is the spunkiest girl! She is looking for her fur-ever family! Biscuit is about 10-weeks-old and has…
University of Tennessee campaign comes to Hardeman County
HARDEMAN COUNTY, Tenn. -- The University of Tennessee is working on a campaign to inspire youth in West Tennessee. The University of Tennessee's Everywhere You Look campaign has hit Hardeman County. Ron Blair,…
LIFELINE Blood Drives in April of 2022
LIFELINE Blood Services has released its list of upcoming blood drives for April. The month’s locations and times include: April 1: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Parkview Prep in Jackson 12 p.m to 5 p.m. at First Citizens National…
Local groups Go Red for Women in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Several local groups celebrated the 18th annual Go Red for Women campaign, raising awareness on the number one killer in women. "This is a celebration of all the…
Local boy finds unique way to help best friend with cancer
LEXINGTON,Tenn. -- 7-year-old Avery Blankenship started getting concerned when he found out his best friend was sick and wanted to help him in a unique way. "I started to worry about him…
Money saving tips for Medicare users
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Inflation is continuing to raise prices, which also includes Medicare spending. "The premium for Medicare Part B went up $22 per month from last year to just this…
Discovery Park releases lineup for 2022 concert series
UNION CITY, Tenn. -- Discovery Park as released its lineup for its 2022 summer concert series. This year's series called “Rhythm on the Rails” will begin in May and continue through June. Concerts include: May 6: Clark Beckham May 13: The…
Tennessee bill targets 'obscene' books in school libraries
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Proposed legislation from Rep. Scott Cepicky is aiming to restrict "obscene" materials in schools. The bill has three parts, Cepicky says. “In Title 39, there’s a part there that gives an exception to the possession of pornographic…
Pet of Week: Haven
This week's Pet of the Week is Haven! Haven is a Shepherd/Doberman mix, around 6-months-old and was found in an abandoned apartment when she was just a tiny puppy. Despite her…
31 women honored for contributions to community
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The women that impact the City of Jackson were honored for their service. In honor of Women's History Month, the city recognized 31 influential women in the community. "The women chosen…
Corey Smith at Hub City Brewing
Corey Smith is returning to Hub City Brewing. The concert will take place from 7 p.m. - 11:30 p.m on Friday, March 18. Hub City Brewing is located at 250 West Main Street in Jackson. For more details and ticket…
