42nd Annual Circles of Hope Telethon Raises Over $1.5 Million for Child Abuse Prevention
Just over $1,523,000 was raised during the 42nd Annual Circles of Hope Telethon in Jackson at the Civic Center. The Telethon on WBBJ – TV serves as the primary fundraiser for the Exchange Club – Carl Perkins
Time Running Out for FEMA Flood Recovery Center in Obion County
Time is running out for Obion County residents to seek federal damage assistance from the past Spring flooding. Federal Emergency Management Agency Media Relations Specialist Trey Paul updated Thunderbolt News on the local disaster recovery center.(AUDIO)
State Championship Union City Track and Field Team Presented Rings
In between two Friday night football scrimmages at War Memorial Stadium, the 2025 Union City High School boys’ track team and coaching staff were presented with rings for winning the Class 1A state championship back in May.
Excessive Heat Warning Issued by National Weather Service
The National Weather Service says today could be the hottest day of the Summer season. The Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning until 10:00 tonight. Actual daytime temperatures in many areas could reach 100 this
Jackson Police Investigating Early Sunday Morning Homicide
Jackson police continue to investigate a homicide that occurred early Sunday morning. Just before 4:00, officers responded to the 100 block of Muse Street, where they found a 31 year old Hispanic male suffering from stab wounds.
Alan Dale Hopgood, 85, Greenfield
Graveside Service for Alan Dale Hopgood age 84 formerly of Greenfield, will be held Tuesday August 19th, at Mount Hermon Cemetery in Greenfield. Visitation will begin Tuesday morning at 9 at Williams Funeral Home in Greenfield and
Obion County’s Holman Family Honored at Tennessee Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Conference
Obion County’s Rob and Leah Holman were recently honored at the Tennessee Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Summer Conference. The Holman’s took second place honors in the Young Farmers and Ranchers Achievement Award contest. With their
Monday Activities at the Obion County Fair
Activities and events continue at the Obion County Fair today. An entry day will take place from 9:00 until noon with Adult Culinary entries taken at the Domestic Arts Building. From 5:00 until 10:00, fairgoers can view
Kenny Chesney to return for 2026 Sphere Las Vegas residency after 2025 run
Kenny Chesney recently wrapped up his inaugural 15-show Live at Sphere Las Vegas residency, but at his final show, Chesney announced that he is returning next summer for another series of shows. Chesney told the crowd at
Cody Jinks releases video for the single ‘The Others’
Cody Jinks just dropped the single “The Others,” taken off his new album In My Blood, released last month. A description of the song reads: “The Others” is a gritty, heartfelt rocker that perfectly captures Jinks’ signature