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Regional leaders gather for ‘Celebrate West Tennessee
Hundreds of regional leaders gathered Friday at Union University’s Carl Grant Events Center in Jackson for the sold-out Celebrate West Tennessee event. Mountaineer and polar explorer Alison Levine delivered the keynote…
Tennessee gas prices drop 43 cents in one month
Tennessee’s average price for regular gasoline fell to $3.49 a gallon, down 43 cents from a month earlier, according to AAA. The decline comes as families prepare for Thanksgiving travel and follows months of rising…
Tyson Foods team members in Humboldt hold stuffed animal drive for Le Bonheur
Tyson Foods employees at its Humboldt plant collected more than 100 stuffed animals and over 50 small toys for patients at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. The donations, delivered on World Kindness…
Madison County faces challenges in child safety, education
A Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth report ranks Madison County 94th of the state’s 95 counties for child safety and risk behavior, and 88th for education. Chronic absenteeism stands at 28.2%, compared with…
Tips to protect your property as Jackson sees increase in auto burglaries
Jackson police say thefts from vehicles have increased across the city, with North Highland Avenue, parts of West Jackson and hotel parking lots among the hardest-hit areas. Police advise drivers to lock their cars and…
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Former Gibson County Sheriff Paul Thomas appears in court for status hearing on 22 charges
Former Gibson County Sheriff Paul Thomas appeared in circuit court in Jackson, Tennessee, on Thursday for a status hearing in cases involving 22 charges across Gibson and Davidson counties. His defense said it is still…
Jackson State Community College holds Homecoming 2026 events through Nov. 14
Jackson State Community College is holding its Homecoming 2026 events in Jackson, Tennessee, from Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 14, under the theme “Green and Gold Forever.” The schedule includes games, competitions…
Missing 16-Year-Old Mildred Cruz Rodas in Jackson, TN
Sixteen-year-old Mildred Cruz Rodas has been missing from Jackson, Tennessee, since October 23, and authorities are asking the public for help finding her. She is described as 5 feet tall and 100 pounds, with brown hair…
Beacon Home Health and Hospice announces expansion across West Tennessee
Beacon Home Health and Hospice announced Wednesday that it is expanding services across 19 counties in West Tennessee, including Madison, Gibson, Carroll, Henderson, Chester, Dyer and Weakley. The Jackson-based provider…
West Tennessee communities honor veterans with Veterans Day events
Communities across West Tennessee held Veterans Day events Wednesday, including a program at Milan High School and a service at First United Methodist Church in downtown Jackson. Retired Marine Lieutenant General John…
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Obion County crash on State Route 431 at Airport Road leaves 1 dead
Sarah Giles Wright, 48, died Tuesday after her Ford Focus collided with a Freightliner Cascadia on State Route 431 near Airport Road in Obion County, Tennessee, according to a preliminary state highway patrol report…
Old Country Store in Jackson serves free Veterans Day breakfast to veterans
The Old Country Store in Jackson, Tennessee, served a free Veterans Day breakfast to about 400 veterans and active-duty service members on Wednesday. State and local officials helped serve the meal, sponsored by Mars…
NOW HIRING: Forensic Technician 1
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is seeking one Forensic Technician 1 for its Jackson Crime Lab in Madison County. The role involves receiving and tracking evidence, maintaining case records and laboratory…
Jackson Mayoral candidate John Allen holds special community gathering
Jackson mayoral candidate John Allen hosted a community-focused Fall Fest event on Tuesday evening at Hub City Brewing. The gathering provided an opportunity for residents to engage with the candidate, register to vote…
Madison Co. commissioner Kevin Hicks officially announces run for Jackson Mayor
Madison County Commissioner Kevin Hicks has announced he is running for mayor of Jackson, Tennessee. He made the announcement at the Old Country Store before supporters, saying he wants to focus on honest leadership…
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Madison County child care study highlights challenges for working families
The Greater Jackson Chamber presented a study of child care needs in Madison County, Tennessee, finding that cost, operating hours and quality leave some working families without suitable care. Seventy-two percent of…
MIDDAY GUEST: Black Tie & Boxing
Representatives of the Star Center and Jackson Fight Club appeared on WBBJ to discuss the 10th annual Black Tie and Boxing fundraiser. The charity gala combines boxing with fundraising to support the Star Center’s…
Old Hickory Mall sold, business owner hopes for more shoppers
Old Hickory Mall in Jackson has been sold, and local business owner Derik Dabis hopes the new ownership will bring more shoppers. Dabis, who has run Airbrush Dreams inside the mall for about five years, says traffic has…
State presents grants for parks, trails and outdoor spaces in West Tennessee
Tennessee presented millions of dollars in grants for parks, trails and outdoor spaces across West Tennessee at Jackson State Community College on Tuesday. The awards will support projects in Bolivar, Decatur County…
Jackson, TN Freeze Alert: Lows Near 25° Saturday Morning
A strong cold front is forecast to bring the first hard freeze of the season to parts of West Tennessee and northern Mississippi on Saturday morning. The National Weather Service in Memphis expects lows near 25 degrees…
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MIDDAY GUEST: Blue Bell Ice Cream
Marcus Woods joined WBBJ in Jackson to discuss Blue Bell’s seasonal Christmas ice cream flavors, released in October. The lineup includes Christmas Cookies, with sugar-cookie ice cream and cookie pieces; French Vanilla…
Veterans Day restaurant deals: Where to find free food and discounts
In honor of Veterans Day on November 11, numerous national restaurant chains are offering free meals and special discounts to active-duty service members and veterans. Participating establishments, including Applebee’s…
Restaurant Inspection Scores: Oct. 31
Health inspectors checked restaurants across West Tennessee during the week of Oct. 31 to Nov. 6, grading establishments on cleanliness and food safety. The report lists scores by county and includes routine and…
Jackson’s City-Wide Leaf Pick-Up program begins Nov. 16
Jackson’s City-Wide Leaf Pick-Up program begins Monday, Nov. 16, and will run through March 19. The city’s Street Department will handle scheduled collections each Wednesday, along with requests submitted through the…
Holiday spending expected to drop 21% as Americans look to stretch their dollars
Americans expect to spend an average of $879 this holiday season, 21% less than last year, according to a Harris Poll survey. NerdWallet’s Kate Ashford advised shoppers to plan purchases around essential expenses and…
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Tennessee inmate Jacob Morley appears in federal court after escaping TDOC
Tennessee inmate Jacob Allen Morley appeared in federal court Monday after escaping from the Northwest Correctional Complex in Tiptonville on October 25. Authorities say he breached the prison fence, stole a truck…
Be a Santa to a Senior program returns to Jackson
Home Instead in Jackson, Tennessee, has launched its annual Be a Santa to a Senior program, inviting residents to sponsor older adults who may be isolated during the holidays. More than 100 seniors are on this year’s…
Jackson man charged with false imprisonment, aggravated assault
Christevon Godwin has been charged with false imprisonment and aggravated assault after a September incident at a Jackson residence. According to police, a woman said he struck her with an extension cord, prevented her…
West Tennessee bands win awards at Tennessee state band competitions
West Tennessee school bands earned awards at state competitions held Saturday. South Gibson County High School placed third overall in Division II and won state grand champion honors in percussion and color guard…