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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.
Southwest TN Electric & Aeneas Internet & Telephone complete broadband expansion project
JACKSON, TN – Aeneas Internet and Telephone is proud to announce the completion of its fiber broadband expansion project with Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation (STEMC) a year ahead of schedule.
According to a press release from Roshni Patel – digital ads & social media – Adelsberger Marketing – the $110 million project, which the state of Tennessee contributed over $35 million to began in December of 2019.
“The State of Tennessee applauds Aeneas and STEMC’s completion of its fiber broadband expansion project,” said Taylre M. Beaty, State Broadband Director. “STEMC and Aeneas have been incredible partners to the state as we have worked to close the digital divide in Rural West Tennessee.
“We are excited to see how this project continues to drive economic development and access to critical services for our West Tennessee communities. The expansion of high-speed fiber internet now services approximately 45,000 members.”
The partnership allowed Aeneas and STEMC to provide much needed fast and reliable internet to rural areas.
‘It was time’ – Jim Grant Motor Company closes dealership at Three Way
A 38-year run has ended for Jim Grant, owner of Jim Grant Motor Company at 5359 Nika Drive off the U.S. Highway 45 Bypass at Three Way.
“It was time,” Jim said, about closing the business. “I walked out the office one day and I decided it was time.”
The inventory has been sold, and the facilty is now for sale.
Locals will remember that for 33 years, Jim sold vehicles on North Highland Avenue before making a move to the U.S. Highway 45 Bypass in November 2019.
Jim said additional space was needed, and the setting, which offered a 6,100-square-foot business office – also provided a larger lot, which was already paved.
Jim said the modification of the building was very affordable, and the end result was a beautiful rustic atmosphere to sell pre-owned automobiles.
“My staff and I felt that this location provided Jackson Motor Company with the best opportunity to meet its future needs,” Jim said.
Community Foundation of West Tennessee promotes Haley Fortune to Community Impact Manager
Jackson, Tennessee – The Community Foundation of West Tennessee announced the advancement of Haley Fortune to Community Impact Manager.
As Community Impact Manager, Fortune is responsible for building and maintaining the brand of the Community Foundation through relationship development, marketing and public relations, events, and special projects management.
“Some people come into an organization and make a profound footprint,” said Dr. Frank McMeen, President of the Community Foundation. “Beginning as an intern to returning back to managing an entire area, Haley has become indispensable.”
Fortune began her work at the Community Foundation as the Marketing Intern in 2019. She officially joined the team in October 2020 and has served in two previous roles, Donor Services Associate and Community Outreach Associate. She earned a bachelor’s degree in public relations from the University of Memphis.
“Haley has been an invaluable part of the Community Foundation team since she first joined us as an intern,” said Beth Koffman, Chief Operating Officer of the Community Foundation. “She is committed to excellence in everything she does, and she supports every member of our team to help achieve our goals. Our organization, and our community, are better because of the work she does.”
Business leaving Vann Drive for 45 Bypass and Old Humboldt Road
Dirt work has started on a new Gateway Tire & Service Center on the U.S. Bypass Frontage Road at the southwest corner of the U.S. Highway 45 Bypass and Old Humboldt Road.
Gateway Tire & Service Center is located at 817 Vann Drive.
Established 1929, Gateway Tire & Service Center provides a wide selection of tires and automotive services to customers from locations across Mississippi and Tennessee.
The first Gateway Tire & Service Center was a retail shop in Batesville, Mississippi. Almost a century later, the company has grown to over 40 locations.
Construction continues on 240-unit apartment community in Sterling Farms
A completition date has not been announced, but construction continues on a new 240-unit apartment community – Banner at Sterling Farms – off the U.S. Highway 45 Bypass (Frontage Road, Sterling Farms Drive) near LIFELINE Blood Services.
Banner at Sterling Farms will feature nine, 1-2 & 3 bedroom residential buildings with garages, a clubhouse and swimming pool.
Owned by Banner Properties in Nashville, Hannah Constructors is the lead contractor for the project.
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