The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department (JMCRHD) will distribute free washable, reusable cloth face masks Monday, June 1 at the Jackson Fairgrounds.
Masks will be available for pick-up at the Jackson Fairgrounds between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. while supplies last. Participants must enter the site on Magnolia Street.
JMCRHD will NOT distribute masks at the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department or at The WIC Center on Monday.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s Unified Command Group (UCG) supplied a limited number of masks for Madison County residents. They will be distributed on a first come first serve basis.
Madison County residents will be limited to one mask per person. IF YOU ALREADY RECEIVED A FREE MASK, PLEASE DO NOT COME BACK.
Call the health department at 731-423-3020 if you have questions.
Find more information about COVID-19 from the Tennessee Department of Health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated information and guidance available online.
Jackson is a town that inspires and nurtures creators. This has in turn led many Jacksonians on to national and international success. It’s been an important part of our history for many years. As a town we should continue to support our local artists, writers, photographers, etc. The people in our town have made history in the past and will continue to do so.
One of the history makers I’m referring to is Carl Perkins, one of the most famous creators to come out of Jackson. This is the place that led to the birth of Rockabilly music through the legendary Carl Perkins.Those famous Blue Suede Shoes that Elvis sang about came straight from Perkins - he wrote and sang the song before Elvis did. His story is still being told and discovered by people to this day. One of my personal favorite tellings of his story comes from writer Sean Dietrich; go read his work here. In Jackson, we preserve the memory of Carl Perkins in the Legends of Tennessee Music Museum which if you haven’t been to (even if you’re a local), you should go. There’s so much interesting history there. In addition to the museum, there are more than one funky mural of Perkins around town. One of them also features Paul McCartney because of the influence he said Perkins had on the Beatles - just a fun fact for ya.
More than one hugely famous restaurant chain has roots in Jackson. Co-founder and former CEO of Waffle House, Joe Rogers, grew up right here in Jackson, TN. The first United States location of the Hard Rock Cafe was placed in Jackson, TN as well because Isaac Tigrett was raised in Jackson and he opened one here for his mother. Originally the Jackson Hard Rock was located in the Old Hickory Mall, but while this location is no longer preserved, memorabilia from the original storefront can be found at the Legends of Tennessee Music Museum that was mentioned earlier. There are even Hard Rock Jackson tee-shirts available there designed by Hard Rock that pay homage to the first U.S. location of the restaurant. Tigrett also went on to open another famous restaurant chain, The House of Blues.
We here in Jackson realize the importance of dreaming big and try to support all of our local creatives, no matter what form they may take. Maybe you’ve learned some new fun facts reading this, and maybe not. Regardless, I hope you’ll remember to support your local musicians, artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone else with a dream - you never know who may have the next history making idea. They might be right next door!
The Foundation announced today it received a donation from Stanley Black & Decker to support its COVID-19 Response Fund. The fund provides quick response grants to organizations working with those who have been impacted by the novel coronavirus pandemic.
“Our community’s strength comes from our ability to support one another,” said The Foundation’s Vice President of Operations, Beth Koffman. “Without corporate partners such Stanley Black & Decker, we could not assist the community in the way we do. Their generous donation will go a long way in helping those who have been most affected by this virus.”
“Stanley Black & Decker is immensely proud of our partnership with The West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation, which is just one part of our company-wide effort to empower the front lines in the fight against COVID-19,” said Don Tucker, Plant Manager at Stanley Black & Decker. “True to our purpose – For Those Who Make The World – we are committed to doing our part by helping communities and governments mitigate the effects of the virus.”
In addition to this donation, Stanley Black & Decker is supporting COVID-19 response efforts in other critical ways. The company’s tools and storage units, engineered fasteners, and security solutions are used by the essential health care, first responder, construction, maintenance, transportation, government and medical manufacturing workers. Stanley Black & Decker is developing 3D face shield printing, innovations in mask technology, and fasteners and battery technology for medical products such as respirators.
About the COVID – 19 Response Fund:
The Foundation established the fund in March 2020 to administer grants to non-profit agencies working with our most vulnerable communities in response to this crisis. These grants address pressing issues such as:
Residents who have experienced job loss or significant reduction in hours
Residents who have lost income due to school or daycare closures
Residents who lack adequate benefits to cover time off
Residents who are food insecure
Residents who are housing insecure
To date, The Foundation has provided more than $27,000 to assist organizations working with those adversely affected by COVID-19 with more grants to be awarded in the coming weeks.
About The Foundation:
The Foundation is a public, non-profit community foundation serving West Tennessee and beyond through community funds, donor advised funds, estate planning, and endowment management. Now in its third decade, the Foundation serves as a conduit for donors to put their passions into action while bettering their communities and impacting lives. The Foundation continues to serve as a catalyst for positive changes in health care, education, the arts, and other causes throughout our communities.
For more information on The Foundation and its services, visit its website.
About Stanley Black & Decker
Stanley Black & Decker is a $14 billion revenue, purpose-driven industrial organization. It has 60,000 employees in more than 60 countries and operates the world's largest tools and storage business, the world's second largest commercial electronic security company, a leading engineered fastening business as well as Oil & Gas and Infrastructure businesses. The company's iconic brands include Black+Decker, Bostitch, CRAFTSMAN, DEWALT, FACOM, Irwin, Lenox, Porter Cable and Stanley. Stanley Black & Decker is a company for the makers and innovators, the craftsmen and the caregivers, and those doing the hard work to make the world a better place.
Learn more about Stanley Black & Decker's COVID-19 response efforts.
The Foundation announced today it received a donation from Stanley Black & Decker to support its COVID-19 Response Fund. The fund provides quick response grants to organizations working with those who have been impacted by the novel coronavirus pandemic.
“Our community’s strength comes from our ability to support one another,” said The Foundation’s Vice President of Operations, Beth Koffman. “Without corporate partners such Stanley Black & Decker, we could not assist the community in the way we do. Their generous donation will go a long way in helping those who have been most affected by this virus.”
“Stanley Black & Decker is immensely proud of our partnership with The West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation, which is just one part of our company-wide effort to empower the front lines in the fight against COVID-19,” said Don Tucker, Plant Manager at Stanley Black & Decker. “True to our purpose – For Those Who Make The World – we are committed to doing our part by helping communities and governments mitigate the effects of the virus.”
In addition to this donation, Stanley Black & Decker is supporting COVID-19 response efforts in other critical ways. The company’s tools and storage units, engineered fasteners, and security solutions are used by the essential health care, first responder, construction, maintenance, transportation, government and medical manufacturing workers. Stanley Black & Decker is developing 3D face shield printing, innovations in mask technology, and fasteners and battery technology for medical products such as respirators.
About the COVID – 19 Response Fund:
The Foundation established the fund in March 2020 to administer grants to non-profit agencies working with our most vulnerable communities in response to this crisis. These grants address pressing issues such as:
Residents who have experienced job loss or significant reduction in hours
Residents who have lost income due to school or daycare closures
Residents who lack adequate benefits to cover time off
Residents who are food insecure
Residents who are housing insecure
To date, The Foundation has provided more than $27,000 to assist organizations working with those adversely affected by COVID-19 with more grants to be awarded in the coming weeks.
About The Foundation:
The Foundation is a public, non-profit community foundation serving West Tennessee and beyond through community funds, donor advised funds, estate planning, and endowment management. Now in its third decade, the Foundation serves as a conduit for donors to put their passions into action while bettering their communities and impacting lives. The Foundation continues to serve as a catalyst for positive changes in health care, education, the arts, and other causes throughout our communities.
For more information on The Foundation and its services, visit its website.
About Stanley Black & Decker
Stanley Black & Decker is a $14 billion revenue, purpose-driven industrial organization. It has 60,000 employees in more than 60 countries and operates the world's largest tools and storage business, the world's second largest commercial electronic security company, a leading engineered fastening business as well as Oil & Gas and Infrastructure businesses. The company's iconic brands include Black+Decker, Bostitch, CRAFTSMAN, DEWALT, FACOM, Irwin, Lenox, Porter Cable and Stanley. Stanley Black & Decker is a company for the makers and innovators, the craftsmen and the caregivers, and those doing the hard work to make the world a better place.
Learn more about Stanley Black & Decker's COVID-19 response efforts.
Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital has a substantial presence in Jackson, TN, with a pediatric subspecialty clinic that sees more than 5,000 children per year. Le Bonheur also houses its community health programs in this office. These programs provide services to children and families throughout West Tennessee.
In 2004, Le Bonheur opened its first pediatric subspecialty clinic in rented space on Stonebridge Blvd. in Jackson. Through that work, the hospital learned that the services it was offering the children and families of West Tennessee while being closer to their homes was the right thing to do. So, as the clinic grew, the group began looking for permanent space to construct a new Le Bonheur Children’s Outpatient Center. That building opened in January 2018 at 1535 Vann Drive.
Le Bonheur enjoys the relationships it has built in the Jackson community. The staff is extremely grateful to be serving children and families right here in our community. They participate in as many community events as they can – health fairs, screenings, supporting other non-profits, chamber events, and others.
For the future, Le Bonheur plans to continue to offer more services in the Jackson area. And, it is looking forward to cultivating and growing more opportunities for children and families.
For more information go to Le Bonheur's website.
The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department will distribute free washable, reusable cloth face masks Thursday, May 21 at the Jackson Fairgrounds.
Masks will be available for pick-up at the Jackson Fairgrounds between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. while supplies last. Participants must enter the site on Magnolia Street.
The deparmtment will NOT distribute masks at the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department or at The WIC Center on Thursday.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s Unified Command Group (UCG) supplied a limited number of masks for Madison County residents. They will be distributed on a first come first serve basis.
Madison County residents will be limited to one mask per person. IF YOU ALREADY RECEIVED A FREE MASK, PLEASE DO NOT COME BACK.
Please call the health department at 731-423-3020 if you have questions.
Find more information about COVID-19 from the Tennessee Department of Health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated information and guidance available online.
The City of Jackson will receive sealed bids for the material and labor to construct the project named Exit 85 Storm Drainage Collapse until 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 8, 2020.
Plans and specifications must be obtained from TLM in Jackson, Tenn. for a non-refundable fee of $100.
Bids must be mailed or delivered to City Hall, 115 E. Main St., Suite 202, Jackson, TN 38301 Attn: Purchasing.
Bonds and State Contractor’s License will be required if over $25,000. The City reserves the right to waive informalities and to reject any and all bids/proposals. The City of Jackson is an Equal Opportunity Title VI employer.
Due to COVID-19 the City of Jackson has recently been holding bid openings live on the City of Jackson, TN - Government Facebook Page in accordance with Governor Bill Lee's Executive Order #16. They also upload them to the City's YouTube page.
The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department will distribute free washable, reusable cloth face masks again Tuesday, May 19.
Madison County residents can pick up a mask at the Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department, located at 804 North Parkway. We will NOT distribute masks at The WIC Center. Masks are available for pick-up at the North Parkway office between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. while supplies last.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s Unified Command Group (UCG) supplied a limited number of masks for Madison County residents. They will be distributed on a first come first serve basis.
Madison County residents will be limited to one mask per person. IF YOU ALREADY RECEIVED A FREE MASK, PLEASE DO NOT COME BACK. Residents will not be able to pick up a mask until Tuesday.
Please call the health department at 731-423-3020 if you have questions.
Find more information about COVID-19 from the Tennessee Department of Health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated information and guidance available online.
The American Public Power Association for the first time in its history has presented its Diamond RP3 Award for the seventh time to a local utility, the Jackson Energy Authority (JEA) in Jackson, TN.
The RP3 Award is the Association’s highest recognition for power utilities that demonstrate proficiency in reliability, safety, workforce development and system improvement.
While there are more than 275 public utilities nationwide that hold an RP3 designation, the Jackson Energy Authority has received the highest possible recognition, the Diamond RP3 Award, more times than any other utility in the American Public Power Association.
“Receiving an RP3 designation is a great honor and demonstrates a utility’s commitment to implementing best industry practices in utility operation,” declared Aaron Haderle, chair of the Association’s RP3 Review Panel and manager of Transmission and Distribution Operations at Kissimmee Utility Authority, FL.
Jim Ferrell, president/CEO, of the Jackson Energy Authority noted, “This is a great honor! Achieving the highest possible recognition for an unprecedented seventh time says much about the dedicated work of our electric division and the benefit it provides JEA customers.”
Sr. Electric Vice-President Monte Cooper put the emphasis on employees and JEA’s special place in the community. Noted Cooper, “This Diamond RP3 Award says much about the dedicated staff in every department that works to ensure the reliable delivery of electric service. Any industrial or commercial prospect looking to invest in Jackson, TN can be confident in our ability to deliver the service they need.”
The American Public Power Association represents community-owned utilities in 2,000 towns and cities nationwide. This is the 15th year for presentation of RP3 Awards.
For more information on Reliable Public Power Providers, click here.
The American Public Power Association for the first time in its history has presented its Diamond RP3 Award for the seventh time to a local utility, the Jackson Energy Authority (JEA) in Jackson, TN.
The RP3 Award is the Association’s highest recognition for power utilities that demonstrate proficiency in reliability, safety, workforce development and system improvement.
While there are more than 275 public utilities nationwide that hold an RP3 designation, the Jackson Energy Authority has received the highest possible recognition, the Diamond RP3 Award, more times than any other utility in the American Public Power Association.
“Receiving an RP3 designation is a great honor and demonstrates a utility’s commitment to implementing best industry practices in utility operation,” declared Aaron Haderle, chair of the Association’s RP3 Review Panel and manager of Transmission and Distribution Operations at Kissimmee Utility Authority, FL.
Jim Ferrell, president/CEO, of the Jackson Energy Authority noted, “This is a great honor! Achieving the highest possible recognition for an unprecedented seventh time says much about the dedicated work of our electric division and the benefit it provides JEA customers.”
Sr. Electric Vice-President Monte Cooper put the emphasis on employees and JEA’s special place in the community. Noted Cooper, “This Diamond RP3 Award says much about the dedicated staff in every department that works to ensure the reliable delivery of electric service. Any industrial or commercial prospect looking to invest in Jackson, TN can be confident in our ability to deliver the service they need.”
The American Public Power Association represents community-owned utilities in 2,000 towns and cities nationwide. This is the 15th year for presentation of RP3 Awards.
For more information on Reliable Public Power Providers, click here.