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Prysmian breaks ground on $100 million expansion project in Jackson
Prysmian is investing $100 million to expand its Jackson facility, shifting from copper to advanced optical fiber cable manufacturing. This strategic expansion will substantially increase production capacity for loose-tube and drop optical fiber cables and create 100 new local jobs.
Prysmian, the leading provider of solutions for energy and digital connections, broke ground Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, on a $100 million expansion of its Jackson, Tennessee facility to increase loose-tube and drop optical fiber cable manufacturing capacity and support growing U.S. demand for advanced connectivity solutions.
The expansion marks the next chapter for the Jackson facility following Prysmian’s $30 million investment announced in 2022 to transform the plant from legacy copper cable production to optical fiber cable manufacturing. The first-of-its-kind project for Prysmian retooled an existing facility to manufacture a different product, establishing the capabilities and workforce that paved the way for today’s expansion.
Prysmian executives joined local officials, customers and community leaders for a groundbreaking ceremony marking the start of construction. The project is expected to create 100 new local jobs.
Beer Board approves permits for 3 special occasions, 1 business during monthly meeting
The Jackson Beer Board approved four permits – three special occasion and one business – during their monthly meeting at Jackson City Hall, Tuesday.
Special occasion permits –
Keely Beasley for Julanne Stone, for an event known as Scarlet Rope Project/ Wing Fest, which will be held at 118 McCowat Street, October 24, 2026, where beer will be sold, stored, and served.
Carl (Trey) Knight III, for an event known as Madison County Ducks Unlimited Sportsman Dinner, which will be held at the Carl Perkins Civic Center, October 29, 2026, where beer will be sold, stored, and served.
Crista Beals, for an event known as Hub City Theatre Company / ShakesFest, which will be held at the AMP Theatre, October 31, 2026, where beer will be sold, stored, and served.
Business permit
Abdoalfath Alkaifi, for a business known as Jackson General Deli Mart LLC, 794 West Forest Avenue, for selling, storing, and distributing for consumption off the premises.
SK on Tennessee eliminating 40 more positions at Stanton facility
SK on Tennessee has implemented further workforce reductions at its battery manufacturing facility in Stanton, with the latest round of cuts totaling about 40 positions.
These reductions follow SK on Tennessee’s transition to a stand-alone entity after its joint venture with Ford concluded. The company will retain approximately 30 employees at the Stanton plant. This development continues a trend of staffing adjustments since the joint venture’s dissolution.
In March, it was announced approximately 150 positions would be eliminated.
TCAT introduces Multipurpose Workforce Training Facility – Transportation and Logistics – with ribbon cutting
TCAT Jackson held a ribbon cutting event in celebration of its new Multipurpose Workforce Training Facility and Transportation and Logistics building, Monday.
This project is part of Governor Lee’s $1.5 billion investment in TCATs and the Statewide Master Plan.
The enhanced training spaces allow for stronger collaboration with business and industry partners, creating additional opportunities for work-based learning, internships, customized training, and employment pathways for graduates.
These new facilities represent an investment in the future of the community, serving generations of students, employers, and residents while reinforcing TCAT Jackson’s role as a driver of workforce and economic development.
Vicari Restaurant pauses business operations at Jackson location
Vicari Italian Grill, 518 West Forest Avenue is ‘pausing’ operations.
The restaurant opened January 15, 2026, inside Hyatt Place.
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