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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 · 1d
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Jackson man charged after woman says he assaulted her with extension cord

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Christevon Godwin, of Jackson, has been charged with false imprisonment and aggravated assault after a verbal argument allegedly turned physical. At about 1:13 p.m. on Sept. 27, officers were dispatched to a Jackson residence following a report of an assault. The victim said she and her boyfriend, Godwin, were involved in a verbal argument that turned into a physical altercation.

Jackson, TN · 2d
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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 · 9h
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Madison Co. commissioner Kevin Hicks officially announces run for Jackson Mayor

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) -The race for Jackson mayor has already begun as Tuesday, Madison County Commissioner Kevin Hicks announced he is running for the Hub City’s top office. He made the announcement in a crowded assembly room of friends and supports at the Old Country Store. In a statement,...

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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Madison County limits animal housing at rabies facility

Madison County Health is limiting animal housing at its rabies control facility while it works on a permanent plan. Effective immediately, the facility will use only as many kennels as staff can safely evacuate during a weather emergency. Dogs with known owners can be housed there only if they are...

Madison County, TN · 2d

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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 · 1d

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West Tennessee celebrates Marine Corps birthday at Humboldt Veterans Home

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Marine Corps veterans in West Tennessee invited the community to help celebrate the Corps’ birthday. Marine Corps League Detachment 735 and their families marked the Marine Corps birthday Tuesday at the Humboldt Veterans Home. The celebration honored marines, past and present, with a special birthday observance.

Humboldt, TN · 1d

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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 · 19h

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New Bolivar hospital offers updated equipment, more emergency rooms

BOLIVAR, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Patients in Bolivar have a new place to receive medical care following the opening of a West Tennessee Healthcare hospital. The new facility replaces a hospital building that opened in 1974. Hospital CEO Ruby Kirby said the older building had served its purpose, but its infrastructure made upgrades difficult.

Bolivar, TN · 2d

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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 · 1d

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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 · 10h

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MIDDAY GUEST: Blue Bell Ice Cream

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Marcus Woods joined our show to talk about Blue Bell’s newest Christmas ice cream flavors that were just released in October. The first Christmas special Woods brough is called Christmas Cookies. This is a sugar cookie flavored ice cream that includes chocolate chips, snickerdoodle and sugar cookies mixed in. The second special flavor is French Vanilla which is a plain vanilla ice cream with egg custard.

Jackson, TN · 1d

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Tennessee State Parks seek public input on long-term plans for 12 parks statewide

MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Tennessee State Parks is asking for public input on the future of 12 state parks, including Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park in Madison County. Pinson Mounds held a public meeting Tuesday to discuss its five-year management plan. Those plans guide everything from protecting natural resources...

Tennessee · 1d

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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 · 7h

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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.

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State presents grants for parks, trails and outdoor spaces in West Tennessee

JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) - The state is handing out millions of dollars to improve parks, trails and outdoor spaces across West Tennessee. Tuesday morning, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation presented ceremonial checks at Jackson State Community College’s Ayers Auditorium. “This year we saw the the highest number...

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