https://youtu.be/4CQ4J3V4JLQ WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News' very own Eli McCaig is here with a review of Universal Pictures' Violent Night. An elite team of mercenaries breaks into a family compound on Christmas Eve, taking everyone hostage inside. However, they aren't prepared…
PINSON, Tenn. -- Pinson Mounds will be closed for a couple of hours for a few days next week. Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park says from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. from Dec. 5 to Dec. 7, they will be…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Not all superheros wear a mask, and Friday, Washington Douglas Head Start students honored their heroes -- their dads. "All of our children are dressed up as superheroes, so…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The holidays are approaching, and we have a few tips for pet owners to get their furry friend ready. Celebrity dog groomer Jess Rona says the biggest trend she has seen with owners is how their pet…
It's time to recognize this weeks educator of the week , brought to you by the Tennessee Education Lottery. Sarita Poston has been teaching math at Lincoln Elementary School for 13 years now, but her teaching career goes further back.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- After years of struggling to keep businesses inside after the closing of Service Merchandise in 2002, the Jackson Plaza may soon have a new owner. With the…
MILAN, Tenn. -- The City of Milan started December off in the Christmas spirit on Thursday night. They started the annual Christmas parade off with food trucks that were available…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- From books to computers, residents are in need of growing resources. To help out, many libraries throughout Tennessee were visited by Secretary of State Tre Hargett. Each library…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A family has invested in Freed-Hardeman University students. The newly named Hatchett Investment Team met with its benefactor Rob Hatchett on Thursday to celebrate the new…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The local health department is helping the community stay flu free this December. The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department announced on Thursday that free flu vaccines will be available on Thursday, December 8. The department says that…
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. -- An annual event returned to a Gibson County city for a night to remember. Both the city and Chamber of Commerce for Humboldt are hosting a Christmas Celebration…
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local county is getting ready for Christmas with a tree lighting! The Chester County Courthouse Christmas Tree lighting will be Thursday, December 1 at 5…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With the winter months approaching, The Ned is making sure Jacksonians are staying warm. And that is with the Tree of Warmth. "Something that we have been…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- In the wake of recent shootings, you may be thinking of ways to protect yourself while shopping this holiday season. Experts shared the are ways you can protect…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A local town held a Sea of Blue in honor of a former assistant chief. The Sea of Blue began at the Henderson County Fairgrounds and ended in…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The City of Jackson has made a big announcement. Wednesday, over Facebook, Jackson Mayor Scott…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Wanting to make a difference in their community, Love and Truth Church realized they had the funding to start a new project. In October, Demark Elementary reached out to the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Rotary Club held a meeting on Wednesday. Their guest speaker was Kim Kim. He is an advocate for the End Polio Now campaign and a fellow…
PINSON, Tenn. -- Pinson Mounds State Park is getting into the holiday spirit, and you're invited! The park will host a Christmas ornaments activity on Saturday, December 17, where you can join a ranger in making your very own Christmas…
New aerial images show Hawaii's Mauna Loa, the world's largest active volcano, spewing lava and sending glowing streams across its surface on Tuesday, November 29. The volcano began erupting on…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Can you guess the most searched pie for Thanksgiving by Tennesseans? For the month of November, in the entertainment category, the most searched and most watched TV show was…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- An early morning shooting turns deadly, leaving one person dead and two others injured. Authorities responded to a 911 call at a house on Carnes Road near…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A local university is hosted its annual scholarship banquet. Guests filled downtown Jackson to show their appreciation and support for education. Union University welcomed donors to the Carl…
When severe weather strikes, you might not always have access to the television or a radio.
LEXINGTON, Tenn. -- A special premiere took place Tuesday night to watch one local go from student to actor. The Princess Theatre in Lexington held the red carpet premiere…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- With so many shipments and orders going out during the holidays, it is important to keep in mind some best practices to protect your online orders. "Because you do…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Monday, three mayors ate spicy food while answering even spicier questions. Jackson Mayor Scott Conger, Madison County Mayor AJ Massey, and Weakley County Mayor Jake Bynum participated in a…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. -- A resident of Henderson County turned 102 years young on Tuesday. Louise Smith had her 102nd birthday! She grew up in Scotts Hill and was one of eight…
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- A new healthcare service is available to Dot Foods employees in Dyersburg. According to a news release, the Dot Foods Family Health Center began seeing patients over the last few weeks, offering their employees "access to high-quality,…
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- Future Bethel University students are getting the chance to compete for a scholarship. According to a news release, Bethel will be hosting…
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Want to help bring a smile to a child's face? We have a place for you to cruise to! The fourth annual Cruise In Bicycle and Toy Drive is being held in Henderson on December 3.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Kirkland Cancer Center received a donation this week. According to a news release, the $6,100 check came from Allen Samuels’ Chrysler, Dodge, Ram, Jeep and Hyundai. The check was presented to the cancer center Melissa Elmore…
BOLIVAR, Tenn. -- Young local residents are putting in their vote for the holidays. The Carl Perkins Center began their Festival of Trees on Tuesday, with local students visiting the…
UPDATE (12/2/22): U.S. Marshals confirm Douglas was apprehended without incident off of Old Hickory Boulevard in Jackson around 1:30 p.m. on Friday. CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. -- The U.S. Marshals and the Crockett County Sheriff's Office need your help. The two…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee's first lady Maria Lee has kicked off a campaign of giving, and hopes you'll join her. On Tuesday, Lee began the 12 Days of Giving social media…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Students got a taste of financial reality on Tuesday. Sacred Heart of Jesus High School students participated in Leaders Credit Union's Financial Realty program to get them thinking…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Local nonprofits and organizations from across the country to participated in National Giving Day. Lt. Mark Cancia, with the Salvation Army in Jackson, said the day is a great way…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Sounds of the season are ringing in! The Jackson Symphony is kicking off Christmas with a huge Holiday Pops weekend. There…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Area Community Bands presented their fall concert Monday night. The concert was held at Union University's GM Savage Memorial Chapel. The concert began…
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A local town welcomed the holiday spirit with open arms with their annual Christmas parade! The town of Trenton hosted their fourth annual Christmas parade, with…
ALAMO, Tenn. – The town of Alamo held their Christmas parade on Monday! The parade route was lined with residents watching tractors, cars, wagons and more roll through the…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The Jackson Police Department has given an update on last week's road rage incident. On Monday, the department stated that 29-year-old John Eric Henderson, Jr. was shot by another person on November 23 near Old Humboldt Road…
UPDATE (12/19/22): Suspect in north Jackson Walmart shooting arrested in Detroit JACKSON, Tenn. -- Jackson police say a dispute between employees in a local Walmart turned violent. At approximately 5 p.m.…
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Judge Don Allen spoke at a local organization's meeting on Monday. The judge made a guest appearance at the Old Hickory Rotary Club meeting in the DoubleTree Hotel.…
PARIS, Tenn. -- An upcoming Christmas parade is looking for creative entrants. According to a news release, the annual Holly Jolly Electric Christmas Parade is coming on Saturday, December 10. The release says that, typically, the parade sees creative…
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,…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee families in are getting extra help for the holidays. According to a news release, the Tennessee Department of Human Services is sending out a one-time payment of $500 to families in the Families First program. The…
HAYWOOD COUNTY, Tenn. -- A man who faced charges over a 2020 shooting in Brownsville has entered a plea, according to a news release. The release from District Attorney General Frederick H. Agee says that on Monday, Wylie Ligon III…
TRENTON, Tenn. -- A house fire breaks out in Gibson County. Around 3 a.m. Monday, a house fire broke out at a home on Concord…
UPDATE (12/19/22): Suspect in north Jackson Walmart shooting arrested in Detroit JACKSON, Tenn. ---We received multiple tips about a large police presence at the North Jackson Walmart. Tipsters informed us about…
