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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 · 18h
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In 1993, a Tennessee Man Started Digging a Pool in His Backyard. Now the 500K-Gallon Oasis Requires 100 Lbs. of Chlorine a Week

Micky Thornton started the massive project over 30 years ago

Covington, TN · 5d
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The Peach Cobbler Factory Brings Famous Cobbler and Banana Pudding to Jackson, Tennessee

Famous Cobblers and Banana Puddings Headed to Jackson Community. “We are thrilled to continue planting our roots throughout the South, where our brand’s story began. Jackson, Tennessee, is another exciting addition to our growing national footprint,” said Greg George, CEO and Co-Owner of the brand. “We are proud to welcome Eric Knight to The Peach Cobbler Factory family and look forward to bringing our incredible desserts and Southern hospitality to this wonderful community.”

Jackson, TN · 5d
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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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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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Discovery Park America uses more than 3 million lights in holiday display

UNION CITY, Tenn. (Heartland News) - Discovery Park of America will use more than three million lights to decorate the park during its annual “Let it Glow” Christmas event. Let it Glow starts with an opening-night event on November 13 at 5:30 p.m. The ceremony will include a...

Union City, TN · 1d

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Finishing Touches Still To Be Completed At Levi Miles Playground

Paris, Tenn.–The finishing touches at the Levi Miles Playground will be coming soon with the donor wall and a sign for the state-of-the-art playground still to be completed. Paris Parks and Recreation Director Tony Lawrence provided an update on the progress of the playground at Monday evening’s parks and rec board meeting. The playground is located at Ogburn Park and was developed by the Levi Miles Foundation in partnership with the city of Paris. The playground is an all-inclusive 1.32-acre multi-zone layout and features ADA-compliant accessible play structures and restrooms. Groundbreaking was held April 23, 2025. The playground is the dream of David and Shayna Miles. Shannon McFarlin photo.

Paris, TN · 2d

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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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This No-Frills Memphis Soul Food Spot Is Where Tennessee Locals Go For Fried Catfish And Smothered Pork Chops

Some of the best lunches in Memphis come on a plastic tray, not a fancy plate. Down the road from one of the most famous homes in America sits a modest dining room where busy locals line up every single day for Southern cooking. There are no white tablecloths here...

Memphis, TN · 2d

WREG

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Restaurant Inspection Scores: Nov. 3-Nov. 9

Newest Restaurant Report Card | If you want the latest Shelby County restaurant scores sent directly to your inbox, sign up for it today on WREG’s Newsletter here. Each week, WREG is rounding up the highest and lowest scores from Shelby County restaurant inspections. Find more restaurant scores from Shelby County and other Tennessee counties here. Lowest Scores: The Orleans […]

Shelby County, TN · 2d

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Pull Over For The Tender Ribs At This Memphis, Tennessee BBQ Favorite

A whole Cornish hen, smoked and sauced, sits on the menu right next to the ribs. That alone tells you this barbecue joint plays by its own rules. Then there’s the barbecue spaghetti. Yes, spaghetti, wearing smoky sauce like it was born for the job. I like how a place can be this confident about something so unexpected.

Memphis, TN · 10d

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7 Tennessee Hole-in-the-Wall Spots Where Bologna Sandwiches Are Still King

In Tennessee, bologna isn’t just something you toss between two slices of bread when the fridge is nearly empty. At the right roadside barbecue joint, it becomes the kind of sandwich people happily drive across town to eat. Picture a thick slice sizzling on a hot griddle, its edges...

Tennessee · 6d

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This Tennessee Grocery Warehouse Lets Anyone Buy Restaurant-Sized Food Without a Membership

No membership card, no annual fee, and still the kind of bulk food that usually ends up in restaurant kitchens. That’s the deal at one Memphis grocery warehouse, and I think it deserves way more attention. The shelves carry big packs of meat, frozen favorites, snacks, and paper goods....

Memphis, TN · 4d

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Where to preorder Thanksgiving meals in Memphis, from turkeys to sides

Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family, college football, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and how one very large turkey and all the fixings can create an unmitigated mess in your kitchen. That’s why, this year, you can leave the basting, baking, chopping and cleanup to the professionals. From perfectly roasted Thanksgiving birds and mouthwatering, savory sides to decadent desserts that practically demand seconds (and maybe even thirds), plenty of local restaurants are ready to make the holiday a little easier and a lot less stressful. So loosen up the apron strings and put away the dish towels. Here's a bountiful feast of local spots serving up holiday premade meals to go worth giving thanks for — especially because you don’t have to battle crowded grocery stores, spend days in the kitchen or face a mountain of dirty dishes afterward. THANKSGIVING EVE IN MEMPHIS: Best Memphis bars for Thanksgiving Eve? 9 spots worth a visit Amelia Gene's 255 S. Front St. | (901) 686-5051 | ameliagenes.com Order cutoff: Nov. 24 | Pickup: Nov. 26Your friends and family will be giving thanks if you pre-order a luxurious layered cake from this top Downtown dining destination. Whole carrot cakes are priced at

Memphis, TN · 3d

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Freelance reporter, anchor Rob Sneed let go by Fox13 Memphis

Freelance Fox13 reporter and anchor Rob Sneed has been laid off by the TV station, Sneed said in a social media post . Posted in the evening of Nov. 5, Sneed said the station had cut him and that it had been a financial decision. He added that he came to Fox13 "under previous management with promises that were never fulfilled." In an email, a representative of Fox13 said it was an HR issue and the station did not comment on HR issues. Sneed said in the post he came to Memphis after spending about a year away from television news. He started with Fox13 in March. "I wasn't chasing a paycheck. I was chasing a second chance," he wrote. "And Memphis/Mid-South you made that step out on faith worth it." Sneed thanked viewers and Fox13 and wished his former colleagues at the station the best. He said he did not know what his next steps were, but that he was open to opportunities in television news, communications and public relations. Sneed's LinkedIn page shows he previously worked in TV news in Columbus, Ohio, Chicago and Huntsville, Alabama. "My story is far from over. I'm so sorry to anyone who's

Memphis, TN · 2d

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Big Dave's Cheesesteaks tests Memphis market with Smackers takeover, eyes possible expansion

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A nationally recognized cheesesteak restaurant chain brought a taste of Philadelphia to Memphis on Sunday as its founder considers expanding the business into the Bluff City. Big Dave's Cheesesteaks hosted a pop-up event at Smackers, located at 559 S. Highland St., beginning at noon. The Atlanta-based...

Memphis, TN · 3d

WREG

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Easy Way grocery brand revived for downtown Memphis project

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — There are plans for an iconic Memphis grocery chain to return to the Bluff City. Easy Way, known for its fresh produce and bright orange buildings, opened its first store in 1932. The last store closed back in 2018 — but a nonprofit has plans to bring it back to downtown. The […]

Memphis, TN · 1d

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An Artist’s Maximalist 1900s Memphis Home Filled with Antiques

Mixed media artist and vintage reseller Dorothy Collier welcomes us into her early 1900s Memphis home, where original architectural details and an expansive collection of antiques set the stage for a richly layered interior. The seventh family to call the house home, Dorothy has embraced its history, preserving details like intricate moldings, wood paneling and stained glass windows installed by the original Gratz family. The home’s history is woven into Memphis itself, with connections to the Birch family and attorney Lucius Birch, who represented Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the Memphis sanitation workers’ strike.

Memphis, TN · 1d

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Every Course at This Graceland Dinner Comes Paired With Moonshine

On the Friday after Thanksgiving, The Guest House at Graceland is hosting a Southern dinner that pours a moonshine with every course, from the first plate to dessert. The menu leans on familiar holiday dishes, and the pairings add the twist. Chef Mario Torres presents dishes such as butternut squash...

Memphis, TN · 21h

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Lantern Festival returns to the Memphis Zoo Friday

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis Zoo is getting ready to light up the holiday season as the Lantern Festival returns Friday with an entirely new look. For those who do not know, the festival transforms the Zoo into a dazzling wonderland of color and light, where you can stroll along glowing pathways. This year, you […]

Memphis, TN · 1d