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Clean-Tasting Catfish Is What Keeps Locals Coming Back To This Mom-And-Pop Jackson, Tennessee Hole-In-The-Wall

Some restaurants chase trends, and some just keep frying fish the way folks in West Tennessee like it. On a busy Jackson road crowded with national fast food chains, one modest old building has quietly built a loyal following for years. People drive in from Memphis and from towns 45...

Jackson, TN · 1d
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Old Hickory Mall sold, business owner hopes for more shoppers

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Old Hickory Mall has been sold, and one business owner hopes the change in ownership will bring more shoppers through its doors. Derik Dabis, owner of Airbrush Dreams, said he has operated inside the mall for about five years. He said business was extremely busy when he first arrived, but summer traffic has slowed over the years.

Jackson, TN · 2d
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Graham Simpson, Westview headline our top TSSAA football playoff predictions

Last week’s Jackson area TSSAA football playoff game of the week saw Haywood beat South Gibson 31-6 in the first round of the 4A playoffs . There are plenty of intriguing Jackson area playoff matchups to choose from this week. Division I schools will play second-round games for a place in the quarterfinals, while Jackson’s Division II-A schools will play quarterfinal games. Here is our list of this week’s top eight games and predictions for each. Game of the week Cheatham County (8-3) at Westview (11-0) Time: 7 p.m. | When: Nov. 13 Westview’s bid to repeat as 3A state champions continues as the Chargers host Cheatham County. Westview made quick work of Wooddale in the first round behind a 149-yard day from 3A Mr. Football semifinalist and Tennessee commit Asa Barnes. Cheatham County advanced past White House Heritage 46-42 in the first round. The Cubs boast two 1,000-yard rushers this season. Walker Hobbs has rushed for 1,762 yards and 19 touchdowns, while quarterback Luke Austin has rushed for 1,099 yards, 21 touchdowns and added six passing touchdowns. Owen Hewitt’s prediction: Westview 42, Cheatham County 7 More: Why Jackson Christian enters Jackson area Super 12 Rankings after TSSAA football playoff

Jackson, TN · 1d

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Hicks, Allen join growing field for Jackson mayoral race

The field for Jackson’s mayoral race continues to grow as Madison County Commissioner Kevin Hicks joins the contest. Hicks announced his campaign and outlined his priorities if elected. "Well, I mean like most administrations, what we're going to do is we're going to look at our organizational charts, you...

Jackson, TN · 1d
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Jackson Mayoral candidate John Allen holds special community gathering

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) -One Jackson mayoral candidate hosted a special gathering Tuesday evening and invited the community to attend. John Allen who announced his candidacy for Jackson City Mayor in October, hosted a family-friendly Fall Fest at Hub City Brewing. Allen offered attendees the opportunity to register to vote and...

Jackson, TN · 1d

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Tennessee Checkers and Rally’s franchisee goes bankrupt – up to 16 locations affected

A Tennessee Checkers and Rally’s franchise business filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after facing a foreclosure threat involving a Jackson restaurant property. The October 28 filing belongs to Memphis-based Global…

Jackson, TN · 6h

The Jackson Sun

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See the Jackson area high school athletes November signing period list for 2026

The November signing period for college athletics is open and many Jackson-area high school athletes are putting pen to paper to make their commitments official. Here is a list of the Jackson area’s college bound athletes and where they will play at the next level, including all sports but football. Girls basketball Jade Reed, South Gibson County: Union University Molly Roberts, Dyer County: Dyersburg State Boys golf Carson Andreoni, Jackson Christian: Chattanooga Casen Justice, Jackson Christian: Virginia Commonwealth Jack Shaver, Crockett County: Dyersburg State Girls golf Marleigh Chicantek, South Gibson: Union University Molly Roberts, Dyer County: Dyersburg State Softball Bailey Brewer, Scotts Hill: Freed-Hardeman University Andrea Criswell, Gibson County: Dyersburg State Alyssa Hartness, Scotts Hill: Shawnee CC Jaycee Prather, Ripley: Dyersburg State Kierstyn Ray, Dyer County: Austin Peay Piper Smith, Crockett County: Northwest Shoals CC Jackie Tims, Ripley: Northwest Mississippi CC Boys track and field Hudson Little, Jackson Christian: Freed-Hardeman University Reach The Jackson Sun's high school sports writer, Owen Hewitt, at ohewitt@gannett.com and on the X platform @oyounothing. This article originally appeared on Jackson Sun: See the Jackson area high school athletes November signing period list for 2026

Jackson, TN · 1d

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Veterans Day restaurant deals: Where to find free food and discounts

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Veterans and active-duty service members can find a variety of restaurant deals in honor of Veterans Day on Nov. 11. From breakfast and coffee to burgers, entrees and sweet treats, restaurants are offering free or discounted food as a way to recognize those who have served. Offers vary by restaurant, and some may be available only to veterans or require proof of military service.

Jackson, TN · 2d

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Bridges of Honor brings Jackson veteran groups together

It's Veterans Day and members of the Jackson Community are standing on the bridge overlooking the I-40 highway as part of their annual Bridges of Honor. 39 News goes out to the bridges to learn why they feel it's important to participate in the event every year.

Jackson, TN · 1d

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City of Jackson Senior Activity Center celebrates a year of operation

"If it wasn't for the senior citizen center, a lot of us wouldn't have a place to go to socialize and feel safe and partake in activities," said Areather Coleman, a senior citizen in Jackson. The City of Jackson Senior Activity Center is celebrating a year of changing lives. "Aging...

Jackson, TN · 2d

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Jackson, TN Freeze Alert: Lows Near 25° Saturday Morning

Memphis, TN – Residents across West Tennessee and northern Mississippi are preparing for a dramatic temperature drop this week, with some communities expected to experience their first hard freeze of the season Saturday morning as temperatures plunge into the middle 20s.

Memphis, TN · 2d

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Old Country Store hosts traditional Veterans Day breakfast in Jackson

It’s Veterans Day, and a landmark West Tennessee business thanked everyone who has served in our nation’s armed forces. The line stretched out the door Wednesday morning at Brooks Shaw’s Old Country Store in Jackson as veterans gathered for the restaurant’s annual Veterans Day breakfast. 39...

Jackson, TN · 1d

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Fair serves up a taste of rural Tennessee

The Exhibits Building was packed full of crafts, quilts, art, food items, plants and produce and more during the West Tennessee State Fair. Photo by Holly Roeder, Independent. October’s 2026 West Tennessee State Fair provided the local community a clean, family-friendly environment for games, good food and snazzy rides, but also a small taste of what Chester County citizens have to offer. The fair offered many family fun activities each night, including music, a junior rodeo and a youth talent contest. Roy Weaver, the fair exhibitionist explained that this show was the largest antique tractor show in Tennessee. Among all the activities, tucked away in front of the Ferris wheel, in a big building, the state fair exhibition displayed a wide range of exhibits for fairgoers to stroll around and admire. The exhibition wasn’t just for fun, but gave the local community the chance to test their skills in various competitions. With no entry fee, participants got to show off their various talents in a variety of categories, winning ribbons and even prize money for first place in some cases. This particular fair centers mostly on agricultural production; therefore, most of the categories featured the best canned goods, baked items and plants.

Chester County, TN · 1d

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Beacon Home Health and Hospice announces expansion across West Tennessee

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Beacon Home Health and Hospice announced Wednesday that it is expanding its services across 19 West Tennessee counties. The expansion includes Madison, Gibson, Carroll, Henderson, Chester, Dyer and Weakley counties, as well as other surrounding rural communities. Beacon provides rehabilitation, chronic condition management and hospice care...

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West Tennessee communities honor veterans with Veterans Day events

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Communities across West Tennessee honored the brave men and women Wednesday, who have given their lives to help keep us free. WBBJ was able to be a part of a few of these special events. Milan High School. Milan High School held a Veterans Day program...

Jackson, TN · 1d

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Stanton annexation request raises residents’ questions about possible data center

STANTON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Wednesday evening a Stanton municipal planning commission meeting took place at Stanton town hall. Members of the community filled town hall with the intention of getting a better understanding on the city’s plans and to express concerns about possible data centers moving into their region.

Stanton, TN · 20h

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Tennessee State Band Finals Held at Two Sites; Somerville Appearance Unconfirmed

Independence High School — Reported State Band Competition Venue. The Tennessee State Division I Marching Band Championships were scheduled across two sites, including Independence High School in Thompson’s Station. But WBBJTV’s results report does not independently confirm whether Somerville’s Pride of the Vikings performed. Competition across...

Somerville, TN · 1d