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🎣 A TWRA officer got an unusual call after a fisherman at a Tennessee lake caught a surprise at the end of his line: a 3- to 4-foot long alligator.
An angler in northeast Tennessee caught a surprise when he was fishing at a lake. Stuck on his bait was a 3- to 4-foot long alligator.
It’s the week after spring break at one school and students have returned with the passion to impact others.
JACKSON, Tenn. -- It's the week after spring break at one school and students have returned with the passion to impact others.
Jordan Howerton with the Jackson Financial Empowerment Center joined our show to discuss expanding services into Brownsville.
While most Americans file their taxes electronically and receive a refund by direct deposit, some 9 million taxpayers still choose to receive a check in the mail. That number has declined in recent years but it still presents an opportunity for bad guys.
While most Americans file their taxes electronically and receive a refund by direct deposit, some 9 million taxpayers still choose to receive a check in the mail. That...
📚Students at one West Tennessee high school can now attend college classes.
Students at one West Tennessee high school can now attend college classes.
A drug bust resulted in the seizure of a half-ton of illegal narcotics along with the arrest of an individual with an interesting background.
The Jackson-Madison County School System held a career fair at Liberty Technology High School today.
🎠From today through March 23rd, the community can enjoy a spring carnival event sponsored by the Hardeman AgriBusiness center.
From today through March 23rd, the community can enjoy a spring carnival event sponsored by the Hardeman AgriBusiness center.
🎸Don't Waste My Time Music presents the first annual Jax-Mac festival.
Don't Waste My Time Music presents the first annual Jax-Mac festival.
Celebrating in style, a local shop hosts a delightful event to welcome the first day of spring.
120-thousand dollars is being used for new security cameras to be installed at the West Tennessee Sportsplex.
🌱Before testing out your green thumb here a few tips to having healthy plants.
Before testing out your green thumb here a few tips to having healthy plants.
🐶The Crockett County pound in Alamo is a place for hope.
The Crockett County pound in Alamo is a place for hope.
March is National Kidney Month, and there are some troubling statistics in regards to kidney health in the U.S.
🏥Some hospitals in West Tennessee feel they could be in danger if potential changes to the law are made.
Some hospitals in West Tennessee feel they could be in danger if potential changes to the law are made.
🎭 The Jackson Theatre Guild is set to take the stage with a new production next month!
JACKSON, Tennessee -- The Jackson Theatre Guild is set to take the stage with a new production next month.
The University of Tennessee at Knoxville (UTK) is proud to announce Amelia Freeman and Anderson Fortune, two graduating seniors from the University School of Jackson (USJ), as recipients of the prestigious Distinguished Tennessean Scholarship Award.
University School of Jackson Seniors Honored as Distinguished Tennesseans by the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.
Dr. Jason Powers with Balance Medical and Rehab joined our show to share information on West TN Neuropathy's programs.
UPDATE: Russian visa holder arrested, 45 thousand dollars in drug revenue seized -- https://www.wbbjtv.com/2024/03/19/russian-visa-holder-arrested-45-thousand-dollars-in-drug-revenue-seized/
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🚨 A man is arrested after more than 1,000 pounds of ma*****na, 46 pounds of psilocybin, and over $45,500 in suspected drug proceeds was found during a traffic stop on Interstate 40.
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A suspect is arrested after more than a 1/2 ton of ma*****na was found during a traffic stop.
The University of Tennessee of Martin welcomed its 12th chancellor, Dr. Yancy Freeman, with its first-ever investiture ceremony.
MARTIN –The University of Tennessee of Martin welcomed its 12th chancellor, Dr. Yancy Freeman, with its first-ever investiture ceremony.
The University of Tennessee at Martin will welcome Weakley County Mayor Jake Bynum as the university’s chief of staff effective May 1, 2024.
The University of Tennessee at Martin will welcome Weakley County Mayor Jake Bynum as the university’s chief of staff.
🎙️ The Country Music Association announced the 2024 inductees on Monday in Nashville.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — James Burton, John Anderson and Toby Keith are the newest members to join the Country Music Hall of Fame.
When you hear the words “spring cleaning”, you naturally picture a long weekend of dusting, window cleaning, decluttering closets, and maybe getting rid of many things taking up room in the house. It isn’t just a good time for the traditional ways of cleaning in the spring, but for your tech devices as well.
When you hear the words “spring cleaning”, you naturally picture a long weekend of dusting, window cleaning, decluttering closets, and maybe getting rid of many things...
⚾This week-long event aims to support those with Down syndrome through America's past time.
This week-long event aims to support those with Down syndrome through America's past time.
🎓Jackson State Community College encourages the community to help name their mascot.
Jackson State Community College encourages the community to help name their mascot.
Police are investigating a shooting that took place earlier today in East Jackson.
🚨UPDATE: A former West Tennessee nurse practitioner was finally sentenced today, March 18th, in Memphis.
A former West Tennessee nurse practitioner was finally sentenced today, March 18th, in Memphis.
🚨Over the weekend, Crockett County law enforcement swiftly responded to reports of possible gunfire, resulting in an arrest after a coordinated effort.
Over the weekend, Crockett County law enforcement swiftly responded to reports of possible gunfire, resulting in an arrest after a coordinated effort.
🏈The voice of the Tennessee Titans, Mike Keith, visited the Old Hickory Rotary Club this afternoon to update the club members on how the team is doing.
The voice of the Tennessee Titans, Mike Keith, visited the Old Hickory Rotary Club this afternoon to update the club members on how the team is doing.
🚨 Two people were arrested after authorities seized numerous drugs during the search of a home.
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Two people were arrested after authorities seized numerous drugs during the search of a home.
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Jordan Howerton with the Jackson Financial Empowerment Center joined our show to discuss expanding services into Brownsville.
Dr. Jason Powers with Balance Medical and Rehab joined our show to share information on West TN Neuropathy's programs.
Anita Kay Archer joined our show to share details on the upcoming First Ladies’ Luncheon benefiting United Way of West Tennessee.
Mark Cancia with United Way of West Tennessee joined our show to share details on an upcoming Pancake Breakfast fundraiser for The READ Team.
Bill Brewer, Lambuth graduate and member of the Lambuth Alumni Board, joined our show to share details on the upcoming Lambuth True Blue Day.
WATCH NOW: State Of The Union Address Watch President Joe Biden deliver his third State of the Union on Thursday night.
WATCH NOW: State Of The Union Address Watch President Joe Biden deliver his third State of the Union on Thursday night.
Melinda Reid with LIFELINE Blood Services joined our show to share details on the “Luck O’ The Irish” blood drive in March, and a chance for donors to win a ZT Elite Bad Boy Mower.
Morgan White, Executive Director of the Jackson Arts Council, joined our show to discuss upcoming Arts events in the Hub City.
Sherry Freeman with The Jackson Symphony joined our show to share details on the upcoming “Classic Edge” concert.
Co-Host of the Jackson Comic Expo, Ben Whitehead, joined our show to talk details on the upcoming convention at the Carl Perkins Civic Center.
Current reigning Miss Tennessee Volunteer and Miss Tennessee Volunteer Teen joined our show to share details on the upcoming Miss Teen Volunteer America pageant in Jackson.
Jenci Spradlin and Paige Keith joined our show to share details on “A Night in Paris,” WRAP’s 11th Annual Denim & Pearls event.
Sonia Outlaw-Clark joined our show to share details on the Mardi Gras event in Brownsville, along with other upcoming events.
Lamonte Cunningham joined our show to talk details on an upcoming Mardi Gras Masquerade Party in Jackson.
West TN Council of Boy Scouts of America’s new executive director Morio Snelling, Sr. joined our show to discuss the upcoming Celebration of Scouting Banquet in Jackson.
WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News’ very own Eli McCaig is here with a review of Focus Features' Lisa Frankenstein! Remember to vote on what he watches next here: https://www.wbbjtv.com/2024/02/09/mccaigs-movie-mayhem-lisa-frankenstein/
Guests joined our show Thursday to share details on the upcoming Black Owned Business Expo in Martin.
David Bryant with The Positive Living Group joined our show to discuss details of the 4th Annual Giraffe Awards coming up in March.
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