Author: WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News Staff

Silver Alert issued for Haywood County woman

HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says a Silver Alert has been issued for a Haywood County woman. The alert from the TBI says that Donna Rider has a condition that may prevent her from being able…

New member joins Jackson City Council

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson City Council elected a new member on Monday. Tuesday, the city council elected Richard Donnell to replace Ernest Brooks II. Donnell was very happy…

UPDATE: Carroll County missing man found

UPDATE: UPDATE: The Carroll County Sheriff's Office says Erik Allen has been found. EARLIER STORY: CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. -- The Carroll County Sheriff's Office is asking for help in locating a missing person. The sheriff's office says that around 7:15…

Expert shares what toys help kids build needed skills

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The holiday countdown is continuing with toys that can be gifted to children of all ages. From Spidey & Amazing Friends Web Spinning Hauler in a size that kids as young as preschool can enjoy, to more…

HCMC names new Chief Nursing Officer

PARIS, Tenn. -- The Henry County Medical Center has a new Chief Nursing Officer. The center's CEO announced back in November that Michelle Seaton, RN, would assume the title. The news release from the center says that Seaton has been…

Jackson man to serve 78 years for murder, weapon charges

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson man has been sentenced to 78 years in prison, according to a news release from District Attorney General Jody Pickens. According to the release, Ambreia Washington was found to be the person responsible for a…

LIFELINE asks community to donate the gift of life

JACKSON, Tenn. -- You can help give the gift of life this holiday season in both Jackson and Dyersburg. LIFELINE Blood Services is hosting the annual Holiday Hero Christmas Blood Drive on December 15 at their location at 183 Sterling…

Authorities ask for help after man found shot, killed

ADAMSVILLE, Tenn. -- The McNairy County Sheriff's Office is asking for the community's help. They say on Friday around 11:45 p.m., a man named Johnny Harbin was shot and killed inside his own home on Pickins Drive, which is northwest…

Center to offer “sample” of a new language

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Language Center is aiming to give Tennesseans a sample of a new language. According to a news release, the center is going to be offering a 15-minute mini-class on some of the languages they are…

JTA to hold Customer Appreciation Day

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Customer Appreciation Day is coming up for the Jackson Transit Authority! On December 16, no fares will be taken on fixed bus routes for the special day. The day is sponsored by Cadence Bank, and regular…

Children shop with law enforcement in Henry County

PARIS, Tenn. -- Children in West Tennessee were treated to shopping spree with law enforcement members. Over the weekend, over 240 kids and their shopping guides toured the Walmart in Paris to find the perfect gift or gifts! Each child…

Sorority seeks participants for 2023 Cotillion

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A sorority is looking for high schoolers to join their 2023 Cotillion. The news release from Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. Nu Sigma Alumnae chapter says they are hosting the Miss Debutante Scholarship Cotillion in April of…

City to begin reinforcing parking time restrictions

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson is reinforcing parking restrictions downtown. Monday, the City of Jackson issued a news release stating that they will begin enforcing the two hour and 30…

Events this week in West Tennessee: Dec. 5-11

Don’t miss any of the fun in the 731! Check out our list of events happening this week in West Tennessee. Find a full list of Christmas parades around West Tennessee here. For a list of drive-thru Christmas light displays, click here.…

Poll of the Day: Weather and holiday mood

Rainey weather has saturated West Tennessee and may continue to do so for the next few days. But we want to know, has the weather dampened your holiday spirit? See other polls here. Check here to…

Humboldt home left with fire, water damage

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- Around 9:30 a.m. on Monday, the Humboldt Fire Department responded to what they called a room and contents fire in a house on Osborne Street. Fire department…

Christmas Village returning for second year

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A Jackson church is getting back into the Christmas spirit with a second annual event. The West Jackson Baptist Church has begun setting up the Christmas Village…

Customers, vendors shop to support a good cause

JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local vendors gathered together in the hopes of building community and raising funds for a good cause. Santa’s Shop for St. Jude held its first event on Sunday afternoon, and it was with over 30 vendors of…

Church brings community together with unique experience

PARIS, Tenn. -- One community continued an annual tradition, but with a change of scenery. The New Harmony Church in Paris concluded their annual live nativity drive-thru on Sunday! "For 24 years, we've been doing this live nativity. And the…

‘Elf’ hits the USJ stage for a final performance

JACKSON, Tenn. --A local school held a holiday performance in Jackson. The University School of Jackson held a Christmas play on Sunday. The play was set to music and based on the holiday classic film, "Elf," which stars actor…

Toys for Tots takes donations at Jackson store

The holiday season is in full swing with Toys for Tots showing up at different stores in West Tennessee. The Toys for Tots truck was at the Five Below store on Sunday here in Jackson. The coordinator, Jerry Truelove…

USJ’s debut event offers holiday joy and sweets

JACKSON, Tenn. ---A local school is in the Christmas spirit. The University School of Jackson is known for their Holiday Mart during the holiday season, but on Sunday the school held their first ever Cookies with Santa. Families were…

Holiday cheer comes to a local city’s downtown

SAVANNAH, Tenn.---Downtown Savannah has been transformed into a winter holiday treat for locals and visitors. Christmas on Main Street has something for everyone, with a variety of attractions, including ice skating,…

Annual holiday kickoff returns with a joyful noise

JACKSON, Tenn.---An annual night of musical favorites returns to the Hub City. The Holiday Pops is an event hosted by the Jackson Symphony, to kick off the holiday season. The event consisted…

The music of Christmas returns to Jackson

JACKSON, Tenn. ---One local symphony brings in the holiday season with the sound of some familiar Christmas tunes. The Family Christmas Concert was held on Saturday at the Carl Perkins Civic…

Local church festival celebrates St. Nicholas

JACKSON, Tenn. ---One church gets into the Christmas spirit with its special Festival. St. Nicholas Orthodox Church held their annual St. Nicholas Festival on Saturday. There were many activities for…

Local lodge spreads Christmas cheer

JACKSON, Tenn. ---A local group shows the true meaning of Christmas. The Masonic Christmas project is back once again. The Jackson Lodge #45 was proud to oversee the event. It…

Pet of the Week: Charlee

Meet Charlee! She is a small lady (weighing just under 30 pounds) but she has the biggest goofiest personality. She has done well with all of the dogs in her foster home…

FHU hosts 58th annual benefit dinner

HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University held their 58th annual Benefit Dinner on Friday. The event featured quarterback Kurt Warner, the winner of the 34th Super Bowl. The event, once again, featured Christmas in the Commons as well, with carriage…

Students raise funds through ‘Empty Bowls Project’

JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local youth group is giving back to the community in their own way. Art students at the University School of Jackson are raising money for the ComeUnity Cafe in downtown Jackson. The fundraising event is…

JPD: Man shot at Alpine Cove near Rich Street

JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department says a 21-year-old man was shot on Friday. The department reports that the shooting occurred around 5 p.m. at Alpine Cove near Rich Street in east Jackson. When officers arrived, they found…

UPDATE: Sheriff gives new details on fatal Gibson County shooting

GIBSON CO. Tenn. -- Second murder suspect in custody. According to the Gibson County Sheriff's Department and the U.S. Marshals Service, a second murder suspect is in custody following a deadly shooting incident in Gibson County. Gibson Co. Sheriff's Department…

UPDATE: E-911 says Coln has been found safe

UPDATE: HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- Hardin County Emergency Communications says Coln has been found safe. EARLIER STORY: HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. -- An alert has been issued for a missing Hardin County 14-year-old. The alert was sent by Hardin County Emergency…

New flea market opens with over 65 vendors

LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- Caroline Ray's Outlet Mall and Outdoor Flea Market held a grand opening on Friday in Lexington. Owner Courtney Chaney said it is a happy feeling to open officially.…

TDOT commissioner, governor propose ‘Build With Us’

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Gov. Bill Lee and a state commissioner have proposed “Build With Us." According to a news release, Build With Us is an infrastructure proposal aimed at allowing private investment in new roadway infrastructure through Public-Private Partnerships. “As…

Humboldt’s holiday cheer continues into weekend

HUMBOLDT, Tenn. --Humboldt's Christmas on Main Street continuing to expand on Saturday, with businesses joining together to bring the holiday cheer to their community. Two of the businesses on…

Law enforcement to increase patrols for 2022 holiday season

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- Law enforcement is, once again, increasing both patrols and messaging around the holiday season. The Tennessee Highway Safety Office shared on Friday that they will be working with the Madison County Sheriff's Office from December 14…

Library to host several events for kids, teens, adults

The Jackson-Madison County Library shared a list of events coming up for kids, teens and adults in December. For kids, the library says there will be: December 1 -- Family Book Club at 10:30 a.m. December 5 -- Story time…