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The Buchanan Realty Group – (731) 300-3071 – provides commercial real estate services throughout Tennessee. The group specializes in leasing, tenant representation, investment sales and acquisition – concentrating on retail, hospitality, c-store, medical, industrial and multi-family sectors.

‘How Sweet It Is by Tim’ opens on Vann Drive

Renovations are complete, and ‘How Sweet It Is by Tim’ re-opens at 405 Vann Drive after relocating from 24 Federal Drive.

Recognized as West Tennessee’s only modern bakery offering the best in cakes and cupcakes, business hours are 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

Owner Tim Hayes relocated to 405 Vann Drive for a 3,000-square-foot facility once home to Marilyn Jackson’s Gifts.

“We established the business in 2014 in Humboldt, and today is our grand opening,” Tim said, “We offer a variety of desserts and treats … all things sweet.

“We have 16 employees, and we are going to be growing.”

Located next door to Roberts Jewelers, Tim has announced his bakery will offer Frothy Monkey coffee – but customers will have to wait a couple of days.

“Unfortunately, we won’t have it today, but it will be (available) Monday,” Tim said, “Our equipment just came in today from Nashville, so they have to come here and install it.”

The new location will also offer more visibility.

“There is ample parking,” Tim said, “We’re looking to be the first business to have Vann Drive blocked off – have lines all the way down Vann Drive.”

Business Spotlight – Nikki Barham joins Town & Country REALTORS

Town and Country REALTORS is pleased to announce that veteran realtor Nikki Barham has joined the firm.

Born and raised in Jackson, TN, Nikki has deep roots in the community and brings over 13.5 years of experience from another firm with an architectural and design technology background.

According to a press release from Delaney Sue Coleman – director of public relations & brand strategy – Town & Country REALTORS – Barham’s journey into real estate is a testament to her passion for the industry, which she cultivated over more than three decades. What started as a hobby has evolved into a rewarding career, marked by a commitment to excellence and a genuine understanding of her clients’ needs.

Her educational background includes studies at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology, specializing in Structural, Residential Architecture, Mechanical Drafting/Detailing, and Computer-Aided Design Technology. She furthered her education at Jackson State Community College, earning an Associate Degree.

“Choosing Town and Country REALTORS was a natural decision for me,” said Barham. “I want to work with the most successful real estate agency in the area. The opportunity to collaborate with a team of experienced and professional agents, coupled with top-notch marketing resources, aligns with my vision for achieving continued success in my career.”

Construction continues on Kia Serra, 151 Stonebridge Blvd.

A target date for opening has not been announced, but construction continues on a new 22,500-square-foot facility for Kia Serra.

Located at 151 Stonebridge Blvd., the new structure is being constructed on a display lot south of the flagpole near the U.S. Highway 45 Bypass.

Called a ‘very modern design,’ Hoyt Hayes Construction of Jackson is the lead contractor for the project.

TAG Truck Center opens new 99,000-square-foot facility on Ridgecrest Road Ext.

TAG Truck Center – parts, sales, and service – has opened a new service center at 3655 Ridgecrest Road Extended.

With 64 employees, the 99,000-square-foot facility opened Dec. 4, 2023, after TAG relocated from 112 E.L. Morgan Drive.

Visible from Interstate 40, TAG sells Freightliner and Western Star.

Freightliner Trucks is a U.S. semi-truck manufacturer. Founded in 1929 as the truck-manufacturing division of Consolidated Freightways (from which it derives its name), the company was established in 1942 as Freightliner Corporation.

Owned by Daimler AG from 1981 to 2021, Freightliner is now a part of Daimler Truck subsidiary Daimler Truck North America – along with Western Star, Detroit Diesel, and Thomas Built Buses.

Western Star is an American truck manufacturer headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and a subsidiary of Daimler Truck North America, which is an independent subsidiary of the multinational Daimler Truck. Western Star trucks are commonly sold at Freightliner dealerships.

TAG offers 12 dealerships across Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, and New Mexico, with a huge inventory of new and used trucks, and trailers.

If your truck needs service, TAG has an experienced staff of factory-trained, certified technicians.

West Tennessee Healthcare – Bryan Brooks named employee of the month

Bryan Brooks, who has been an employee at West Tennessee Healthcare for over seven years, was named the organization’s employee of the month for January.

Bryan, who works as the office manager in the Crisis Stabilization Unit at Pathways, was presented the award by James Ross, president & CEO, West Tennessee Healthcare; Pam Henson, executive director, Pathways, and Paula Terry, director of nursing, Pathways, when the Board of Trustees held their monthly meeting at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Tuesday.

Coworkers say Bryan is calm in a crisis, takes pride in his work, is patient and sincere.

He is able to communicate with patients and provides them with compassion and understanding.

He treats his coworkers with respect, has a positive attitude, and is loyal to Pathways. He goes above and beyond his duties and takes pride in his work and is enthusiastic about it.

CARZ Inc. opens dealership at 637 Carriage House Drive

A new automobile dealership has opened at 637 Carriage House Drive.

Owned by National Investments in Little Rock, Arkansas, CARZ Inc., offers pre-owned, certified automobiles.

Chris McBride manages the dealership and business hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Saturdays.

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