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Hello Jackson: I-40 Exit 87 BBQ
Hello Jackson: I-40 Exit 87 BBQ

One of the many reasons that I started Hello Jackson was to create a resource for people traveling through West Tennessee to find local businesses to support. One of the places that is already pretty popular with travelers is the I-40 Exit 87 BBQ Stand. It is a food truck-style establishment with a lot of character. Growing up, I always associated barbecue with family gatherings. Any time we all got together, we went somewhere to get some delicious pulled pork and all the sides.

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Hello Jackson: Botbyl Pottery & Companion Gallery
Hello Jackson: Botbyl Pottery & Companion Gallery

Nestled on top of a hill and surrounded by a beautiful vineyard is the charming Botbyl Pottery & Companion Gallery, where you will find a gorgeous selection of handmade pottery, baskets, textiles, jewelry, and even handmade bath products. The majority of the pottery in Companion Gallery is made by owner Eric Botbyl, who is a longtime artist and potter. The gallery also features work by Kelsey Nagy, Amelia Stamps, Shadow May, Caroline Cercone, Becky Rosenkrans, and Made on Acorn Hill.

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Hello Jackson, ReviewsKristi WoodyJackson TN, Tennessee, Kristi Woody, Botbyl Pottery & Companion Gallery, Hello Jackson, pottery, ceramics, art gallery, art, artisan, craft, handmade, arts, Kelsey Nagy, Amelia Stamps, Shadow May, Caroline Cercone, Becky Rosenkrans, Made On Acorn Hill, Union University, Union University art department, Morris Nursery, Dan Morris, Debbie Morris, Crown Winery, Humboldt TN, Jill Botbyl, Italian, textile, jewelry, winery, workshop, studio, kids, children
Hello Jackson: Made On Acorn Hill
Hello Jackson: Made On Acorn Hill

What started as two friends making Christmas gifts for loved ones has evolved into a thriving small business called Made On Acorn Hill. Mandy and Ashley, co-owners, make safe and natural alternatives to commercially produced bath and body products. Made On Acorn Hill sells a wide variety of bath products including herbal salves, sea salt scrubs, lip balms, and old fashioned goat milk soap. (Yes, they milk the goats themselves!)

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Hello Jackson, ReviewsKristi WoodyJackson TN, Tennessee, Kristi Woody, Hello Jackson, Made On Acorn Hill, soap, handmade, craft, Mandy Holmes, Ashley Bausch, natural, organic, bath, body, herbs, mother, motherhood, children, kids, skin, local business, local, Farmers' Market, West Tennessee Farmers' Market, Cedar Hill, Acorn Ridge, Women's History Month, female entrepreneur
Hello Jackson: Woodstock Bake Shop
Hello Jackson: Woodstock Bake Shop

When you talk to any business owner, the word “niche” will probably come up at some point. Finding a niche is essential to success, and today’s featured business, Woodstock Bake Shop, has definitely found its niche! You can tell from the name that the theme is based on the culture and music of the 1960s. Woodstock Bake Shop opened in September of 2012 and serves a variety of delicious cupcakes, candies, and box lunches.

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Hello Jackson, ReviewsKristi WoodyJackson TN, Tennessee, Kristi Woody, Woodstock Bake Shop, Hello Jackson, local, local business, local food, food, local restaurant, restaurant, bakery, success, music, cupcake, candy, lunch, vintage, Matt Childress, cake, bread, rock and roll, rock, sandwich, chicken salad, local shop, business, family business, family, Dale Childress, community, #OurJacksonTable, Tourism Guide 2020
Hello Jackson: Rina’s Bridal & Quinceañera Boutique
Hello Jackson: Rina’s Bridal & Quinceañera Boutique

One of the most exciting things for any high school girl is going to shop for a prom dress. This excitement comes back and multiplies when it’s time to find the perfect wedding gown. Rina’s Bridal & Quinceañera Boutique is a great place to shop for those very special dresses and accessories. Rina’s specializes in bridal, bridesmaid, prom, pageant, quinceañera, and baptism dresses.

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