The City of Jackson has been selected to receive an Urban Transportation Planning Grant funded by the Tennessee Department of Transportation.
The grant will be used to further the bicycle, pedestrian and greenway master plan that addresses the city’s long-term transportation goals.
“This plan will help us enhance the quality of life in Jackson by enhancing outdoor recreational opportunities while encouraging multi-modal transportation,” said Mayor Scott Conger. “It will also make us more competitive with industry site selection and talent retention. When young families and professionals are considering a move, they want to see a city that is thriving and investing in their outdoor spaces.”
Under the grant, the city is eligible to receive up to $200,000 for planning services. This will allow the city to create a livable document that will focus on improving mobility for pedestrian and bicycle use through the following steps and objectives:
Existing conditions analysis
Establishment of a defined network
Identification of improvements
Capital plan for implementation
Design toolbox
The City of Jackson will work on a plan over the next year that will include input from the community and stakeholder meetings to understand visions and set goals.
The City of Jackson has been selected to receive an Urban Transportation Planning Grant funded by the Tennessee Department of Transportation.
The grant will be used to further the bicycle, pedestrian and greenway master plan that addresses the city’s long-term transportation goals.
“This plan will help us enhance the quality of life in Jackson by enhancing outdoor recreational opportunities while encouraging multi-modal transportation,” said Mayor Scott Conger. “It will also make us more competitive with industry site selection and talent retention. When young families and professionals are considering a move, they want to see a city that is thriving and investing in their outdoor spaces.”
Under the grant, the city is eligible to receive up to $200,000 for planning services. This will allow the city to create a livable document that will focus on improving mobility for pedestrian and bicycle use through the following steps and objectives:
Existing conditions analysis
Establishment of a defined network
Identification of improvements
Capital plan for implementation
Design toolbox
The City of Jackson will work on a plan over the next year that will include input from the community and stakeholder meetings to understand visions and set goals.
Jackson Chamber announces it is a Memphis Business Journal's (MBJ) ‘2020 Best Places to Work.’ In an employee engagement survey conducted by Quantum Workplace for MBJ in Memphis, Tennessee, Jackson Chamber’s employees praised the organization, earning it a ‘2020 Best Places to Work’ title. The chamber is listed as one of eight '2020 Best Places to Work' in the Micro Businesses category (10 - 20 employees) through this nomination process.
In the survey, businesses receive a rank based on employee responses. Responses must be in the top percentage to capture a 'Best Places to Work' honor. According to an MBJ article about the Jackson Chamber, “A sign of a vibrant company is a happy and engaged staff. Let’s just say that the Jackson Chamber’s score on this matter is off the charts.”
Read more about the Jackson Chamber in the Memphis Business Journal. Lauren Pritchard Cobb has been selected as the February “Hub City Hero” for her commitment to feeding children in Madison County through her work with RIFA’s snack backpack program.
“Lauren is extremely talented, and we are fortunate that she also has a heart for giving,” said Mayor Scott Conger. “She is an advocate for fighting food insecurity in our city and inspires us by frequently hosting community concerts to raise funds for RIFA.”
Pritchard is from Jackson, Tenn. and is known as the musical artist LOLO. She is not only a show-stopping singer, but also a venerable songwriter. She has penned hits for Panic! At the Disco’s recent #1 blockbuster album and has written a New York Times raved about off-Broadway musical, “Songbird.” Her career has taken her to the stages of New York and London and she recently moved back to Tennessee with her husband and son.
“Hub City Heroes” selflessly and steadily give of their time and talent to improve the lives of others in the community. Recognition as a hero is one small way to thank these public servants for their efforts and it gives honorees the opportunity to raise awareness for causes that are important to them.
Criteria
- Committed to improving the quality of life of others in Jackson
- Contributes time to community activities in a volunteer capacity
- Serves as a role model and inspiration to others
- Focuses on growth and well-being of the community we serve
- Empowers and engages others to give back
- Demonstrates integrity, collaboration, innovation and respect
Recipients will be selected monthly and nominations are continuous. To nominate a hero, visit jacksontn.gov. Candidates must be a resident of Jackson, Tennessee
After a year of heroes have been recognized, one hero will be selected and awarded $1,000 to donate to a non-profit of their choice. For more information, visit jacksontn.gov. We want to help our brides-to-be plan their perfect weddings, so we've been compiling a directory of wedding businesses in and around Jackson. We decided to select a few businesses randomly to feature to give you a little more information about them.
Venue: Century Farm Winery
Century Farm Winery is a quaint, family-owned winery on a quiet country road in Jackson. It’s the perfect place for an intimate wedding. With 14 acres of vineyard, a beautiful rose garden, and historic barn, you will fall in love with this charming venue.
- Phone Number: (731) 424-7437
- Email Address: paige@cfwinery.com
- Point of Contact: Paige Keith
- Social Media: Insta - @century_farm_winery , FB - @CFWinery
- Address: 1548 Lower Brownsville Rd Jackson, TN 38301
Reception/Venue: Hub City Brewing
Hub City Brewing is the ideal venue for a unique, fun wedding and reception. They have enough space for 650 people and there’s a stage perfect for a band plus plenty of beer to go around. A wedding here is one that definitely won’t be forgotten.
- Phone Number: (731) 240-1168
- Email Address: Events@drinkhubcity.com
- Point of Contact: Anna Brown
- Social Media: Insta - @hubcitybrewing , FB - @HubCityBrewing
- Address: 250 West Main St Jackson, TN 38301
Rentals/Florals/Planning: Vows
One of the best things you could ask for when planning a wedding is having someone else handle all of the little details for you so nothing gets overlooked and you aren’t stressed. Vows can do it all for you! Rentals, florals, and planning all in one place makes Vows your most important one-stop-shop.
If you'd like more information on any of the businesses, we've included contact information so you can contact them directly or give us a call at 731.425.8333.
If you're a wedding business that would like to be featured, email mcoffman@jacksontn.com 
The Jackson Chamber’s Board of Directors elected board members at their January meeting, taking office on February 1.
2021-2022 Executive Committee Members (also members of the Board of Directors) are:
James “J.R.” Ross, Chairman, West Tennessee Healthcare
Todd Swims, First Vice Chairman/Chairman-Elect, Leaders Credit Union
Jim Ferrell, Immediate Past Chairman, Jackson Energy Authority
Kyle Spurgeon, President/CEO, Jackson Chamber
Curtis Mansfield, Secretary and Treasurer, First Bank (appointed by the Chairman)
Mayor Scott Conger, Ex Officio, City of Jackson
Mayor Jimmy Harris, Ex Officio, Madison County
The board elected three new members to serve three-year terms on the Board of Directors. They are:
Will Lovelady, Stix N Smoke Cigars
John Goodwin, Conagra Brands, Inc.
Diane Rushing, Le Bonheur Children’s Outpatient Center
Chairman Ross re-appointed three members to serve one-year terms on the Board of Directors. They are:
Lanier English, McCoy’s Heating & Air
Mark Taylor, Master Medical Equipment (MME)
Martin Williams, Jackson Coca-Cola
Lowell Beller, Central Distributors, Inc., is the 2021-2022 Leadership Jackson Alumni Association representative.
Returning Directors are Bob Arrington, Arrington Funeral Directors and Crematory; Brad Box, Rainey, Kizer, Reviere & Bell, P.L.C.; Stephen Eldridge, Alexander Thompson Arnold PLLC; Chuck Newell, Simmons Bank; Roger Smith, Thompson & Smith, LLC; Ex Officio members are Dr. George Pimentel, Jackson State Community College; Dr. Logan Hampton, Lane College; Dr. Marlon King, Jackson-Madison County School System; Mayor Connie Mullins, City of Medon; Dr. Samuel W. “Dub” Oliver, Union University; Dr. Niles Reddick, The University of Memphis-Lambuth Campus; Mayor Larry Sanders, City of Three Way; and Dr. Jeff Sisk, Tennessee College of Applied Technology.
About the Jackson Chamber:
The Jackson Chamber was founded in 1905 – seven years prior to the United States Chamber of Commerce. The chamber consists of a diverse and talented staff, an executive committee, dedicated volunteers, and more than 1,000 business members – all committed to growing the economy and quality of life for everyone in Madison County and the region.