David White Body Shop LLC has been officially certified by Assured Performance, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer's specifications. In achieving their certification, David White Body Shop is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient auto body repair network in the world. Adding to their credentials, the body shop is officially recognized by Assured Performance, FCA, GM, Ford, Hyundai, and Nissan.

To become certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, passing a rigorous certification process is essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Less than 5 percent of body shops across the nation are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially certified and recognized. The certified network is made up exclusively of best-in-class collision repair businesses that have met or exceeded the stringent requirements of the certification program.

"Our business has been built on a foundation of excellence and ethical business practices," says David White, owner of David White Body Shop. "We strive to provide the highest-quality repair for our customers. Our state-of-the-art facility and certified technicians give us the ability to achieve this Certified status."

The certification criteria is based upon auto manufacturer requirements. These are critical to ensure the vehicle fit, finish, durability, value and safety following an accident. As new model vehicles are being introduced that use light weight high strength materials and advanced technology, a proper repair according to manufacturer specification is even more important than ever to ensure the passenger safety and proper performance of the vehicle. Auto manufacturers want to ensure that consumers have the option of Certified Collision Repair wherever they live, work, or travel.

"Consumers need the confidence and peace of mind to know their vehicle is repaired by a shop that has what it takes to ensure the vehicle safety. David White Body Shop is officially a Collision Care Provider™," said Scott Biggs, CEO of Assured Performance Collision Care™. "They represent the standard by which all other body shops are measured."

About Assured Performance Collision Care™: Assured Performance Collision Care™ is a non-profit consumer advocacy organization specializing in the automotive collision repair market segment. Assured Performance works with the top automakers to identify, audit and promote collision repair providers that meet best-in-class business standards and the manufacturer's requirements. Consumers can go to:www.assuredperformance.net or www.autobodylocator.com to find a list of Collision Repair Providers.

For more information, go to DavidWhiteBodyShop.com or call 731-424-3303.

" Stay up-to-date with what's going on in Jackson, Tennessee! Find out more about Jackson Chamber events, new Jackson Chamber members, announcements and ribbon cuttings. Look for the Member Connection where we highlight one of our members each month and find out how you can make the community better by becoming a chamber member.  

August 2017 News

Jackson Chamber's August 2017 Video News from Jackson Chamber on Vimeo.

Looking for live music this weekend? Jackson and West Tennessee are home to numerous live music venues and special events over the July 20th weekend. Thanks to our friend Matt Barnacastle and the Jackson Area Music Society for sharing the weekend's live music events!



Thursday July 20th

• Nebulosity Music & Art Festival, Boogie Hollar (Atwood), 5:00pm-1:15am

• Jargon, Libation Station (Union City), 5:30pm

• Jackson Plectral Society, Casey Jones Village, 6:30pm

• Josh McKee, Breakers Marina (Buchanan), 7:00pm

• Dylan Evans & Cotton Clifton, The Downtown Tavern, 7:00pm

• Karaoke Night, West Alley BBQ, 7:30pm

• Open Mic w/ The Skeleton Krew, Cody’s Saloon, 8:00pm

Friday July 21st

• Nebulosity Music & Art Festival, Boogie Hollar (Atwood), 1:00pm – 3:00am

• Southern Fire Band, International Rockabilly Hall of Fame, 7:00pm

• Jimmy Nature & Josh Smith, Mulligans, 7:00pm

• Steve Short & Friends, Flatiron Grille & Bistro, 8:00pm

• The Desolate, The Naked Turtle, 7:00pm

• John & Olivia Faye, Breakers Marina (Buchanan), 7:00pm

• Prowler Roxx, Redbones, 8:00pm

• Jericho Woods Band, Breakers Marina (Buchanan), 9:00pm

• Windell Mask, The Downtown Tavern, 9:00pm

• The Weird Science Band, Slide & Ride Tavern, 9:00pm

Saturday July 22nd

• Nebulosity Music & Arts Festival, Boogie Hollar (Atwood), 1:00pm-2:45am

• Larry Raspberry, Breakers Marina (Buchanan), 3:00pm

• Bryan Moffitt, Conger Park, 6:00pm

• The Mandy Vixen Duo, Rockabilly Park (Selmer), 6:00pm

• Backroad Therapy w/ Mutual Live, Will Burton, & Blair Simpson, Redbones, 8:00pm

• Jericho Woods Band, Breakers Marina (Buchanan), 8:00pm

• FREEDOM, The Tap, 9:00pm

• Windell Mask, Mulligans, 9:00pm

• Hatchie Bottom Boyz, Ricochet Bar, 9:00pm

• Bryan Moffitt & James Davis, The Downtown Tavern, 10:00pm

Sunday July 23rd

• Jericho Woods Band, Breakers Marina (Buchanan), 8:00pm

Whether it’s an annual event or one of our great live music venues, experience the music which could only be “Made in Tennessee” found halfway between Memphis and Nashville in the heart of the Americana Music Triangle! Visit JacksonTN to connect with what is happening in Jackson and West Tennessee. Connect socially on Facebook and Twitter or call 731.425.8333. The highly anticipated City Farmhouse Pop-Up Fair will be coming to West Tennessee for the first time ever since its inception. Forty curated vendors exhibiting a wide variety of antique goods, vintage wares, jewelry and hand-made selections will be participating. Designers, private collectors, and the occasional celebrity are known to pepper the Pop-Up Fair crowd in Franklin, Tennessee; making up the thousands who flock to the event seeking those one-of-a-kind finds the City Farmhouse Pop-Up Fair is heralded for.



Stephanie and Josh Alexander, owners of The Venue at White Oak Farms, are beyond thrilled to be the first licensees of the City Farmhouse Pop-Up Fair. Kim and David Leggett’s City Farmhouse Pop-ups have gained a reputation for their festival-like atmosphere, shopping, entertainment, and an array of local food trucks.

Since 2013, the Leggetts have developed this series of pop-ups to host some of the most renowned antique vendors from across the country, many of whom reflect the Leggett’s trademark farmhouse modern aesthetic-now widely referred to in certain circles as “City Farmhouse style.” The pair estimate since its beginning, they have attracted over 50,000 people to Williamson County, Tennessee.

Kim and David’s “picking” style have earned them celebrity clients and credits in national publications, from Country Living, Romantic Country and Garden & Gun to Flea Market Style. Kim has recently finished writing her first design book, City Farmhouse Style due for release in the fall of 2017. The book will be the first of its kind, focusing entirely on transforming urban interiors and creative spaces into farmhouse style.

Stephanie and Josh Alexander cannot wait to share this same experience with West Tennessee, as Stephanie has been a long time shopper of the City Farmhouse Pop-Up Fair in Franklin, Tennessee. The City Farmhouse Pop-Up Fair at The Venue at White Oak Farms will be a 3-day celebration, with a Preview Party on Thursday, August 17th from 5-9:00 p.m. $20 gets the patron in the door that evening for the first “Shop of the Fair,” complimentary drinks and nibbles and all weekend access. General admission $8 tickets will be available on August 18th from 9-5:00 and August 19th from 9-4:00. To learn more about the Pop-Up Fair, including ticket information, and how to become a vendor, go to http://www.whiteoakfarmstn.com/pop-up-fair/ or call 731.487.6447

Do you hear it? Only the music of Jackson and West Tennessee could connect Memphis’ Beale Street and Nashville’s Music Row in the heart of the Americana Music Triangle. Join us for the 2017 season as it continues Friday, July 14, with Travis Cottrell brought to you by Jackson Downtown Development Corporation at the award winning music venue Jackson‘s Amphitheater at the Market (AMP).

Jackson's AMP

The open air venue encourages guests to bring their picnic basket or visit one of the food concessions. Music on the Main Stage will begin at 7:30 pm. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome at this family friendly event! Free parking is available throughout Downtown. In the event of rain, please refer to the AMP’s Facebook page for updates.

Located in the heart of Jackson behind the West Tennessee Farmers’ Market and within walking distance of the Jackson Walk, the AMP continues the 2017 Season on July 14. Ten Free performances are planned for the season and the remaining dates are as follows:

7/28 Little Boys Blue
8/11 Jimmy Church Band
8/25 Colton Parker & Skyelor Anderson
9/8 Stacy Mitchhart
9/22 Skeleton Krew
10/7 Caleb Minter

Sponsorship is key to maintaining the FREE Season. If you are interested in being a part contact Lori Nunnery at 731.425.8333. Special thanks to the following Sponsors who have committed to the 2017 series:

The Allison Insurance Group
BancorpSouth
The Bank of Jackson Travel Club
Budweiser
Butts Foods
City of Jackson
Healthy Community, LLC.
Jackson Energy Authority
Jackson Chamber
LIFT Wellness Center
Murray Guard
Personnel Placements, LLC.
Relay For Life
Southern Electric
VOYA
WBBJ-TV
West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation

Additional recognition is also extended to media sponsors The Jackson Sun, Thomas Media and WBBJ-TV. Their continued coverage of the AMP has helped to grow the awareness and attendance and is deeply appreciated.

Jackson’s Amphitheater at the Market is a collaborative project between the City of Jackson, West Tennessee Farmers Market, Jackson Downtown Development Corporation, Jackson Arts Council, Visit Jackson Tennessee and numerous community volunteers. To connect with what’s happening at the AMP, visit them on Facebook.

NOTE: *During the 2014 inaugural season, the AMP received the Tennessee Statewide Four Star Award for Excellence in new facility design by the Tennessee Recreation & Parks Association. Its selection was based on its design, land usage, positive impact on the community, and community partnerships involved.

*2016 the AMP was recognized as a runner-up “Best Venue” to see a live performance by The Jackson Sun’s Readers’ Choice Awards.

*2016 the AMP was recognized as a Top 20 Venue by THE MORTIMER & MIMI LEVITT FOUNDATION dedicated to reinvigorating America’s public spaces through creative placemaking and creating opportunities for everyone to experience the performing arts. The need for more third places—those informal gathering spots outside the realms of home and the workplace—has become increasingly clear in today’s world and guides us in our community-driven efforts.

*2017 the AMP was recognized by The Jackson Sun’s 2017 Readers’ Choice Awards as the “Best Jackson Attraction” and the “Best Jackson Event.” "

Perhaps you follow her on social media or have heard her story through a friend. Maybe you don't even know who she is, but Laura Micetich, known as "The Iron Giantess," is an inspiration for all. After weighing in at over 300 pounds and teetering on the edge of pre-diabetes, the college graduate decided she had to change her life. She was even thinking of undergoing surgery to help. When she discovered she would have to radically alter her life just to have surgery, she decided she "didn't need to go under the knife, but under the bar," as Micetech puts it. She then found her greatest passion - fitness and health.

Come hear this motivational speaker, who works in Jackson tell how "Hard Work Pays Off." Find out more about her life-altering journey during Women in Business on August 17 at the Jackson Country Club. Ladies, let's get inspired!

Register online. Open to Jackson Chamber members and future members.

For more information on Laura Micetech, go to her Facebook page, Instagram or look her up on YouTube.

Women in Business is sponsored by First South Bank, Nordstar Medical Skincare & Laser Center, West Tennessee Women's Center and Robert's Jewelers.

Two West Tennessee Healthcare employees have been chosen to participate in the national Disparities Leadership Program (DLP). Dr. Rose Bailey, operations support specialist, Administration and Katie Chandler, director, Guest Resources were chosen to participate in this year-long executive leadership program which tackles racial and ethnic disparities in health care. Bailey and Chandler are two of only 25 individuals from 15 health care organizations from around the United States selected for the 2017-2018 Disparities Leadership Program. They will join 156 other organizations that have participated in the Disparities Leadership Program from 2007-2017.
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The Disparities Leadership Program is groundbreaking, being the first of its kind in the nation. It is designed for leaders from hospitals, health insurance plans, and other health care organizations who are seeking to develop practical strategies to eliminate racial and ethnic disparities in health care. This program is led by the Disparities Solutions Center at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts.
Through this leadership program, the Disparities Solutions Center strives to prepare leaders to meet the challenges of health care transformation by improving quality for at-risk populations experiencing disparities.
The program’s three main goals are:
“This program is about developing new leaders and taking action. It is about helping individuals and their health care organizations understand the critical connection between improving quality and eliminating disparities in care through a concerted, coordinated effort to change our health care system,” said Joseph R. Betancourt, MD, MPH, director of the Disparities Solutions Center at MGH, and a member of the Institute of Medicine (IOM) Committee.
The Disparities Solutions Center at Massachusetts General Hospital was created in July 2005 as the nation’s first, hospital-based disparities center. It has significant experience in addressing racial and ethnic disparities in care, having worked with several leading health plans across the country (Aetna, Blue Cross-Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Cross-Blue Shield of Florida, among others) to develop strategies to identify and eliminate disparities. In addition, DSC faculty have staffed the Massachusetts General Hospital Committee on Racial and Ethnic Disparities, pioneering activities such as the Disparities Dashboard, an innovative way to identify and monitor disparities, as well as the development of a culturally competent diabetes disease management program. DSC’s faculty has also played an important role in the effort among Boston hospitals to eliminate disparities under the leadership of the Boston Public Health Commission. These experiences have uniquely positioned DSC faculty to provide training to participants in addressing disparities through quality improvement.
“It is a great honor that two West Tennessee Healthcare employees have been selected to participate in the Disparities Leadership Program,” says West Tennessee Healthcare President & Chief Executive Officer James Ross. “Rose and Katie have worked diligently within our organization through its Diversity Council. The collection and interpretation of data is used to assist in developing strategies to improve health outcomes and address health disparities throughout our region. Rose and Katie are truly great representatives from our region to serve in this national program.”
The Disparities Leadership Program is jointly sponsored by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), and supported by Joint Commission Resources (JCR), an affiliate of the Joint Commission.
About West Tennessee Healthcare: West Tennessee Healthcare is a public, not-for-profit healthcare system servicing 18 counties in West Tennessee. The mission of West Tennessee Healthcare is to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve while providing exceptional and compassionate care. For more information, visit WTH.org. Pictured left to right: Tosh Newman, City of Jackson; Bill Nance, Associate Dean, McAfee School of Business @ Union University, Kerrie Brooks, Creative Services Coordinator, Jackson Energy Authority and Steve Bowers, Communications Manager, Jackson Energy Authority.


Jackson has been included in the most recent list of a national network of Smart Gigabit Communities (SGC) by US Ignite.

Each community in the network has made a significant commitment toward embracing next-generation smart city and Internet technologies to keep pace with the world’s rapidly changing technology and economy. US Ignite, a nonprofit organization, spurs the creation of next-generation applications and services that leverage advanced networking technologies to build the foundation for smart communities.

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In a press release, the organization said Jackson Energy Authority, a key partner and fiber pioneer, is dedicated to aligning Jackson’s gigabit infrastructure as a tool, test bed, and accelerator for economic, educational, and community benefit. “Jackson has focused efforts on bringing ultra-fast Internet speeds to help assure innovation as it relates to the next generation of education, medical care, public safety, and economic development.”

The newest communities listed among the 19 Smart Gigabit Communities also include Washington DC; Albuquergue, New Mexico; Phoenix; and San Diego.

The SGC program facilitates collaboration among municipalities, network carriers and other corporate partners, nonprofit organizations, and the university research community. Together, these organizations work to develop smart gigabit applications that address local community needs, including education, workforce development, public safety, community health, smart energy, and transportation.

Each SGC will develop two gigabit applications or gigabit services per year that provide advanced technology solutions to issues faced by that community. They also agree to share those applications with the other SGCs.