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Bear sightings spark social media buzz as wildlife officials monitor Jackson movement

A black bear sighting in Jackson has police urging people to stay alert, but online, it’s also turned into a running joke.
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Humboldt leaders to review request to remove Confederate statue from Bailey Park

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Teen in custody after deadly shooting in Dyersburg; victim’s mother raises questions about response

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Humboldt Board of Aldermen meet to discuss controversial story
Humboldt Confederate statue draws scrutiny ahead of board meeting

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Los Angeles Angels select TJ Grines in 17th round of MLB draft

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TJ Grines drafted to MLB

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Gibson County Sports Hall of Fame set to take place

Updated: 54 minutes ago
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By Zach Jones
Gibson County sports hall of fame

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Tennessee Hoyas win 17 U championship

Updated: 56 minutes ago
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By Zach Jones
Hoyas win 17 u championship

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Ned Film Camp

Film acting and production camp underway at the Ned in Jackson

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A summer film acting and production camp for teens is running through Friday at the Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center on East Main Street.

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Milan mayor named Tennessee Municipal League’s 2026 Mayor of the Year

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By Jaxon Steward
Mayor BW Beasley has been selected as the 2026 Tennessee Municipal League Mayor of the Year, one of the highest honors given to a municipal leader in Tennessee.

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Tennessee ranked worst state to live in, CNBC study finds

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By Kassidy Brown
After collecting data from all 50 states, CNBC named America’s 10 worst states to live in, listing Tennessee in the No. 1 spot.
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Humboldt leaders to review request to remove Confederate statue from Bailey Park

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Bear sightings spark social media buzz as wildlife officials monitor Jackson movement

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Teen in custody after deadly shooting in Dyersburg; victim’s mother raises questions about response

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United Way of West Tennessee invites residents to help shape the future of community investment

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United Way of West Tennessee (UWWT) is asking residents across its 15-county service area to share their voices by completing a Community Needs Assessment Survey.

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Tennessee gas prices rise 13 cents

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Gas prices across the state reversed course and moved more expensive over last week.

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Mike Walker brings ‘Lasting Impressions’ show to Bolivar’s Luez Theater

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Mike Walker brings his incredible “Lasting Impressions” show to the Luez Theater in Bolivar on Thursday, July 16 at 7 p.m.

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Lexington 12U Softball celebrates World Series with championship parade

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By Jeremy Knouff
The Lexington 12U girls softball team celebrated their world series title with a town-wide parade on July 12.

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Senator Mitch McConnell releases statement following hospitalization and recovery

Updated: Jul. 12, 2026 at 5:14 PM CDT
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By WBBJ Staff
U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) released the following note to constituents regarding his hospitalization and recovery:

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Patrons speak with Seasonal Interpreter Ranger One, Izzy Reisinger to learn more about the park.

Pinson Mounds State Park offers unique scavenger hunt

Updated: Jul. 12, 2026 at 5:15 PM CDT
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By Mandy Vandiver
Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park hosted a museum scavenger hunt Sunday. The event encourages visitors to look closer at displays and learn more about the park.

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BaseVols selected Day 1 of the 2026 MLB Draft

Updated: Jul. 12, 2026 at 6:09 PM CDT
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By Jeremy Knouff
Several Tennessee baseball Volunteers were taken in the first and second rounds of the 2026 MLB Draft.

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Tennessee Hoyas 17U squad takes title in Run 4 Roses tournament

Updated: Jul. 12, 2026 at 6:10 PM CDT
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By Jeremy Knouff
The Tennessee Hoyas 17U girls basketball squad recently took the gold championship in the Run 4 Roses tournament in Lexington, KY

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A special event was held in Jackson in honor of the 125th anniversary of the Jackson-Madison...

Jackson-Madison Chapter DAR celebrates 125 years

Updated: Jul. 12, 2026 at 5:41 PM CDT
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By Mandy Vandiver
The Jackson-Madison Chapter of the DAR hosted an anniversary event in honor of 125 years.

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Greenfield Police Department is currently seeking assistance to find two missing juveniles....

Greenfield Police asking for help to locate missing juveniles

Updated: Jul. 12, 2026 at 1:13 PM CDT
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By WBBJ Staff
According to the authorities, 17-year-old Porter Shell and 14-year-old Serenity Smitherman were last seen on July 10 in Greenfield.

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Lexington 12U Girls Softball clinches World Series championship

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 10:39 PM CDT
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By Jeremy Knouff
The Lexington 12U Girls All Star team has won their first softball world series since 2004 in Athens, AL.

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Participants learned about properly using chainsaws and heavy equipment as well as proper...

Disaster response training held in Jackson

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 6:12 PM CDT
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By Mandy Vandiver
MCCA and ARCCAP hosted a disaster response workshop Saturday morning in Jackson.

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Children’s author, Lissa Peter launches a new book

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 6:24 PM CDT
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By Mandy Vandiver
Children’s author, Lissa Peter was available Saturday at the Jackson-Madison County Library to share her newest book "When It Rains in God's Flower Garden."

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JPD issues BOLO for Black bear seen in Jackson and Madison County

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 12:23 PM CDT
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By Mandy Vandiver
The Jackson Police Department has issued a BOLO for the Black bear roaming the local area.

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If you’ve been searching for a new best friend, allow us to introduce Toast! Toast is...

Pet of the Week: Toast

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 10:20 AM CDT
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By Ashlyn Swinea
If you’ve been searching for a best friend who’s happiest just being by your side, allow us to introduce Toast!

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McAlister’s Deli launches ‘Communi-Tea’ Connections

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 6:40 PM CDT
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By WBBJ Staff
McAlister’s Deli is launching its ‘Communi-Tea Connections’ initiative, offering hometown heroes free tea all summer long.

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East High Alumni celebrate 2026 reunion

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 6:48 PM CDT
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By WBBJ Staff
Alumni of the former East High School in Jackson are holding a reunion this weekend.

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TN Governor candidate visits Jackson for community conversation

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 7:18 PM CDT
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By WBBJ Staff
Independent Governor candidate Dr. Lauren Pinkston visited Jackson for a family picnic and community conversation.

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Nominations open for 2026 Bethel Athletic Hall of Fame Class

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 6:39 PM CDT
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By Jeremy Knouff
Bethel University is now accepting nominations until September 15 for their 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Class.

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Former Volunteer Nate Ament makes NBA Summer League debut

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 6:39 PM CDT
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By Jeremy Knouff
Former Tennessee basketball player Nate Ament made his NBA Summer League debut for the Milwaukee Bucks on July 10.

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Win Offseason Prizes from the Grizzlies

Updated: Jul. 10, 2026 at 10:38 PM CDT
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By Zach Jones
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Josh Heupel added to Dodd trophy watch list

Updated: Jul. 10, 2026 at 10:41 PM CDT
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By Zach Jones
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