The Buchanan Realty Group https://buchananrealtygroup.com/ is a boutique commercial real estate firm that specializes in all aspects of commercial leasing to clients across the Southeast.
With attention to detail, and client oriented goals, the team, under the direction of principal agent, Brandon Buchanan, successfully represents owners & tenants who want to see growth in their prospective investments or businesses.
BRG agents are leaders in the investment sales and acquisition department, and pride themselves in their abilities to successfully negotiate the best deals for their clients. The team has represented clients focused on retail, hospitality, C-store, medical, industrial, and multi-family sectors.
Michelle Prince, Lynne Henning named to Forbes’ list of best-in-state- women wealth advisors
Michelle Prince, Lynne Henning named to Forbes’ list of best-in-state- women wealth advisors
Michelle Prince and Lynne Henning were among the Raymond James-affiliated advisors named to the Forbes list of Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State.
Raymond James is located at 1381 Union University Drive in Thomsen Farms
The list, which recognizes women advisors from national, regional and independent firms, was released February 11, 2025.
The 2025 Forbes ranking of Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State, developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative and quantitative data, rating thousands of wealth advisors with a minimum of seven years experience and weighing factors like revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and best practices learned through telephone and in-person interviews.
Jackson Energy Authority – Board of Directors approve 7 resolutions during monthly meeting
The Jackson Energy Authority’s Board of Directors approved seven resolutions during their monthly meeting at the Tennergy Center, 250 North Highland Avenue, Thursday.
“JEA’s board of directors met to discuss several business items,” said Monte Jones, Jackson Energy Authority’s chairman of the board. “Those items included approval of engineering services for the electric division, purchase of materials and equipment for various areas, approval of grounds maintenance services, authorization for banking services and bill management services. All items were approved.
“Additionally, financial reports for January were reviewed and accepted by the board. An update on the recent gas line repair near Highway 45 South at the Forked Deer River was given.
“Repair work was successfully completed on this project thanks to work from the gas division staff along with support from several other areas of JEA. Affected clients were notified of the issue and kept up to date through the work.”
A. Resolution authorizing the execution of an engineering work authorization with Allen and
Hoshall for the engineering services related to the design of Oakfield Circuit 4724.
B. Resolution approving the purchase of 4” and 6” polyethylene pipe for the Gas Division.
C. Resolution authorizing a contract for building renovations to complete the 2nd floor of 119
East College Street.
D. Resolution authorizing the purchase of a Front-End Loader for the Miller Avenue
Wastewater Treatment Plant.
E. Resolution authorizing contracts for grounds maintenance service.
F. Resolution authorizing banking services.
G. Resolution authorizing a contract amendment for bill printing and mailing services.
New coffee shop under construction on South Highland Avenue
An opening date has not been announced, but construction has started on Scooter’s Coffee at 1732 South Highland Avenue.
Scooter’s purchased the property – the former home of Jamaica Me Tan & Jamaica Me Beautiful – from A&D Leasing of Jackson.
The American drive-through coffeehouse, founded and headquartered in Bellevue, Nebraska, has 800 plus in 29 states, and is currently the second-largest drive-through coffee chain and the fifth-largest coffee chain in the United States.
The menu includes hot and cold drinks, including coffee, tea, and smoothies; and food items, such as pastries, burritos, and sandwiches. It also has breakfast and kids menus. Its signature drink is the Caramelicious, an espresso drink with caramel sauce and whipped cream.
Business Spotlight – Alan Castleman, Hickman Realty Group awarded premier brokerage management credential
Jackson, Tenn. — Real estate agent Alan Castleman with Hickman Realty Group has been awarded the Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) designation, the premier brokerage management credential in the industry.
This designation is conferred by the Real Estate Business Institute (REBI) and is an official designation of the National Association of REALTORS.
Castleman joins an elite group of real estate professionals from around the world who have achieved the CRB designation. Earning this distinction required completing a comprehensive program that combines real-world brokerage management experience with advanced education.
“I pursued the CRB designation to serve my clients better and elevate the level of service I provide,” Castleman said. “Real estate is constantly evolving, and I believe ongoing education is essential to staying ahead in this industry. This designation allows me to bring new strategies and insights that will benefit both my clients and my team.”
BUCHANAN REALTY GROUP https://buchananrealtygroup.com/ highlights this week’s business activity in Jackson and the area.
