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Desposito’s Seafood Set to Re-Open Next Week
Quite possibly the biggest story of the holiday season, as it pertained to restaurants, was the temporary closure of one of Savannah’s historic and beloved seafood restaurants, Desposito’s Seafood in Thunderbolt. The restaurant closed in early December after what has been described as a staff walk-out. By the...
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This Tennessee Buffet Is So Good Locals Say It’s Worth Every Mile On The Highway
Pull off Highway 45 and the experience announces itself before the building ever does, the smell of fresh biscuits drifting through the air with enough confidence to slow your car instinctively, windows cracked, appetite already awake, long before you reach the porch at Brooks Shaw’s Old Country Store, tucked just off the road at 56 Casey Jones Lane, Jackson, TN 38305.
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Chickasaw State Park to host New Year’s Day hike
HENDERSON, Tenn.—One local state park is offering a way to get moving in 2026. Chickasaw State Park will host a first day hike on January 1, 2026. The hour-long hike led by Ranger Fox will begin at 10 am. Hikers will travel the Lake Shore Trail around Lake Placid...
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Holiday cheer continues at Christmas on the Farm.
MILAN, Tenn. — This holiday season, County Road Farm has transformed into quite the wonderland. The traveling petting zoo put up Christmas lights for the kids to come and enjoy. In addition to feeding and petting the animals, the farm also offered pony rides, hay rides, a craft room...
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Mulligan’s, other local restaurants open doors for Christmas dining
JACKSON, Tenn. — Do you prefer traditional or non-traditional food on Christmas?. It is tradition to host Christmas at home with family and friends, but there is still a demand for dining out on Christmas. Some folks might not want to cook or just want something different for a...
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Old Country Store continues decades-long tradition with Christmas Eve breakfast
JACKSON, Tenn. — One local restaurant continues a yearly tradition by hosting a Christmas Eve breakfast for the West Tennessee community. The Old Country Store in Jackson invited West Tennesseans to come out and celebrate Christmas Eve for the 41st year. The restaurant opened its doors bright and early...
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Rhodes holds Christmas Eve community pajama party & buffet
MEDINA, Tenn. — For over 20 years, Rhodes Family Diner in Medina has hosted their Christmas extravaganza. This year, guests were welcomed to a great time outside with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Even though it was a warm day, snow could be seen falling outside. There was also a...
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Jackson Area Plectral Society to host old-time barn dance on January 8
Local residents looking to step back in time and enjoy the sounds of traditional string music are invited to the upcoming Old-Time Music Barn Dance on Thursday, January 8, 2026. Hosted by the Jackson Area Plectral Society, the event will take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the American Legion Post 12.
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Restaurant Inspection Scores: December 19-23
JACKSON, Tenn. — Here’s a look at recent restaurant inspection scores throughout West Tennessee. To view the full report on each establishment, click the provided links. No food inspections listed for this time frame. CHESTER COUNTY. No food inspections listed for this time frame. CROCKETT COUNTY. No food...
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Bolivar residents get together for Christmas lights run
BOLIVAR, Tenn. — Residents gathered in Bolivar to join a special Christmas lights run-walk presented by Jennifer Marcum. Participates started in Pleasant Run Creek Park and moved though a nearby neighborhood, getting a glimpse off all the amazing Christmas displays. They asked participants to bring Christmas cheer and wear...
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Third annual Jingle Bell Jackson holiday decorating contest winners announced
Two Jackson families were recognized for their festive holiday house decor in the third annual Jingle Bell Jackson decorating contest. The Smith Family was the 2025 People's Choice winner, while the Frantz family Judge's Pick winner went to Kim and Jay Franz. There were 13 nominations for decorative homes across the city, and with the help of VOYA Financial, which sponsored the event, the $1,000 prize for winners was made possible. City of Jackson's Community Relations Director, Christiana Gallagher, says the Smith family received over 2,600 votes from the community for their display on Pemberton Cove. Gallagher says nominated homes are judged on the areas creativity, uniqueness, and variety of decorations, and that the People's Choice winner comes from community input. "One of the things that makes it so great is the spread from North Jackson to South Jackson, east to west, so we encourage people to take the JBJ tour," Gallagher said. "We're just happy to have the participation and the connectivity and just the cheer for the holiday season." Winning families express gratitude, share decoration inspiration People's Choice winner Ashley Smith says the whole street gets involved in decorating their respective homes to make the entire area complete
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Milan residents gather for free holiday fun
MILAN, Tenn. — Folks in Milan gathered for some food, prizes and a cheerful Christmas movie Monday evening. The kids played musical chairs while parents ate popcorn and listened to some Christmas music. The event coordinators wanted the community to feel welcome so all festivities were free of charge.
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BEA Community Calendar for the Week of December 18, 2025
Dec 18 – STEM Club, 4:00 p.m., Middleton Community Library, Contact: 731-376-0680. Dec 18 – 20 – Lights on the Lake, Sand Beach Lake, Bolivar, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Free Entry, Donations Accepted. Dec 19 - 20 – Small Town, Big Christmas Festival, Bolivar Farmer’s...
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Scooter’s Coffee Drive-Thru To Open Soon In Paris
Paris, Tenn.–It’s only a matter of time now! Construction of the new Scooter’s Coffee in Paris is moving right along–with the signage added in the last few days. Charlton Story said, “The building is almost done we are just waiting on a week of dry weather for paving.” Scooter’s Coffee is a chain drive-thru coffeehouse which will be owned and operated by Charlton’s wife, Keri. It features a wide range of menu items, including hot and cold drinks, blended drinks, smoothies, teas, floats and sodas, sandwiches, sliders, breakfast burritos, cookies, muffins and more. It is located at the intersection of Hillcrest Drive and East Wood St. Shannon McFarlin photo.
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Drive thru nativity held at New St. Luke MB Church
JACKSON, Tenn.—One local church offers the chance to experience the true meaning of Christmas. New St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church located in Jackson is hosting a live nativity. Guests can drive through the nativity located at at 1670 North Royal Street. Members in costume will represent the scene of...
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Holiday activities continue at Lexington’s Festival of Lights
LEXINGTON, Tenn.—Christmas festivities in Lexington continued Sunday with activities perfect for the entire family. The Festival of Lights was in full swing beginning at 1 p.m. at 70 1st Street in Lexington. Activities included shopping with local vendors, bounce houses for the kids to enjoy, ornament making crafts and...
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Meet Santa and the Grinch at Donnell Century Farm
JACKSON, Tenn.—Whether you’ve been naughty or nice, one local farm is offering fun activities for everyone this weekend. Donnell Century Farm is hosting its final weekend to hang out with both Santa and the Grinch. The two icons were available Saturday from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. for...