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Passantino’s Concert Cafe announces grand opening in Medina
MEDINA, Tenn. — A new cafe makes its way into West Tennessee. Passantino’s Concert Cafe is thrilled to announce its grand opening on Saturday, July 27. The cafe located on 144 North Second Street in Medina promises an unforgettable blend of live music and great food. The menu...
'She's going to live forever:' East Jackson mural honors historic community figures
A new mural in East Jackson pays homage to decades of prominent leaders and their contributions to the community and history. Located at East Chester Street on the wall of the Jackson-Area Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency (JACOA), a ribbon-cutting to commemorate its official unveiling was held on July 17. ...
Don’t miss out! Tax-free weekend begins in Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. — Shoppers are out and about gathering some needed resources. Tax-free weekend began at 12:01 this morning for eligible items, and shoppers are already taking advantage of the discounts. The sales tax holiday is broken up into three major categories: clothing, school supplies, and computers. The tax...
Old Country Store takes spot on USA Today’s Top 10 Best Buffets
Brooks Shaw’s Old Country Store Earns Spot on USA Today’s 10Best Buffets List for the Second Consecutive Year. Jackson, Tennessee — (July 26, 2024) — Quality food, a nostalgic atmosphere and excellent service have once again put Brooks Shaw’s Old Country Store on the map. For the second year in a row, the beloved Jackson establishment has been ranked on USA Today’s 10Best Buffets, a national list, securing the No. 9 spot in 2024. The restaurant ranked No. 8 in 2023.
3rd annual Pets Rock! Fest to kick off in the Hub City on Saturday, July 27
JACKSON, Tenn. — Pet lovers have a fun event to attend this weekend. The Jackson Animal Care Center will host the 3rd annual 2024 Pets Rock Fest at the Jackson Fairgrounds Park on Saturday. The event is sponsored by Dustin Ring of Dustin Buys Houses, and the City of...
Jackson Animal Care Center celebrating pets this weekend
Pets Rock! Fest isn’t the biggest fundraiser of the year for the Jackson Animal Care Center, but it is a unique experience for its director Whitney Owen and the crew. “Most of the communication I do with people about the center is online through social media, and literally hundreds of people who reach out with questions, concerns about a specific animal or something else,” Owen said. “But we have an adoption drive at this event that allows us to get to know some of the people interested in some of our animals on a personal level.
Miss Austin Peay wins preliminary talent award in Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Miss Austin Peay Volunteer 2024 Kara Short singing her rendition of Barbara Streisand’s “A Piece of Sky,” won a preliminary talent award on Thursday during the second night of preliminary competitions at the Miss Tennessee Volunteer Pageant at the Carl Perkins Civic Center in Jackson, Tennessee.
Author of 'Baking in the South' slated for MS Book Festival. Read details on cookbook here
Tennessee-based, New York Times bestselling cookbook author Anne Byrn's new book, "Baking in the American South: 200 Recipes and their Untold Stories," mixes the cookbook genre with historical nonfiction. As part of her upcoming book tour, Byrn will attend the Sept. 14 Mississippi Book Festival at the State Capitol Building in Downtown Jackson. ...
Local kennel club creates scholarship at UT Martin
Local Kennel Club Creates Scholarship at UT Martin. Jackson, TN, July 25, 2024 – The Jackson Tennessee Dog Fanciers Association, an affiliate club with the American Kennel Club, has created a scholarship to be awarded to a Vet Tech student at UT Martin. We are proud to announce that the first recipient of this scholarship is AllieGray Anderson. Excerpts from AllieGray’s bio:
Hub City welcomes new seafood restaurant: Captain Jack
JACKSON, Tenn. — A new fish and shrimp restaurant is open and ready to serve you for all of your fried fish cravings. Captain Jack is located at 2115 North Parkway in east Jackson next to the Dollar General and BP gas station. The menu features whole catfish meals,...
RIFA announces ‘Canstruction 2024: An Evening With Mike Goodwin’
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Regional Inter-Faith Association also known as RIFA is thrilled to announce ‘Canstruction 2024: An Evening With Mike Goodwin.’. In this design competition, Jackson-based organizations will form teams to showcase their talents by creating giant sculptures entirely out of unopened cans of food, on September 24.
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