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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.
Kellogg adding new lines to Jackson facility
The Kellogg lines that produce Zesta and Toasteds are being moved from Mariemont, Ohio, to its Jackson plant at 1306 U.S. Highway 70, which is a producer of the nation’s supply of Pringles.
Kellogg will shut down two production lines at its Mariemont facility in Ohio, which will result in the layoffs of 165 workers – the other layoffs come via the 2019 sale of its Keebler cookie brands and Famous Amos.
According to The Cincinnati Business Journal, the national snack and cereal giant Kellogg Co. plans to lay off 250 employees at a Cincinnati plant.
The company recently announced a planned investment in capability and capacity with a new line and the reconfiguring of an existing line in Jackson, where Kellogg already makes a number of its salty snacks.
The amount of the investment or possible new jobs was not mentioned in the press release.
The changes are expected to take place by the end of 2021, will allow for future growth in the crackers segment and provide cost savings for Kellogg.
Jackson Energy Authority Board of Directors hold monthly meeting
The Jackson Energy Authority Board of Directors held their monthly meeting at the Tennergy Building, Thursday.
Board members –
- Heard a presentation from Sam Crewse, JEA’s Financial Advisor, on the bond market which specifically included information on municipal bonds and the current bond ratings for each JEA division.
- Received an update on the recent weather event and its impact on the system. “JEA’s system performed well during this event with only small outages due to the cold temperatures,” said Monte Jones, JEA’s chairman of the board, “Customers with questions about their bills that covered this time period can contact customer service.”
- Received an update on the TVA contract was covered and will continue to be monitored by the board.
- Approved a resolution for expansion of the Gas System to better serve the southeast area.
- Approved a contract for cleaning, repair and painting of the Middleton Water Tank. This update will also include a new logo on the tank for Lane College.
- Approved a resolution authorizing Telecommunications service rate adjustments as a result of increases from various carriers.
- The board recognized Nancy Nanney for her years of service, dedication and contribution to the financial health of JEA. Nancy will retire at the end of February.
Business Spotlight – Robinson, Zerfoss accept new positions at USJ
Laquita Robinson has accepted the position of After School Care and Camp Bruins Coordinator, effective June 1. Laquita will run the day-to-day operations of After School Care and Camp Bruins and work closely with Melissa Zerfoss as she oversees the department’s financial and long-range planning.
Laquita earned her Bachelor and Master of Social Work degrees from Union University and is currently working toward completing her Master of Business Administration at Union. She has worked for USJ in both After School Care and Camp Bruins for the last three years.
Laquita also has ten years of experience working as a preschool teacher in various childcare centers, including Forest Heights United Methodist Church Preschool and West Tennessee Healthcare’s Therapy & Learning Center. She looks forward to expanding the current After School programming to reflect more of the activities available to Camp Bruins students.
- USJ is pleased to announce that Melissa Zerfoss has been appointed to the newly-created position of Director of Auxiliary Programs, effective June 1.
This position will oversee all of the various after school and summer activities for students ages two through twelfth grade, including After Care, Summer, and Conservatory Programs. She will also work toward further development of additional revenue streams regarding the use of USJ’s property and facilities while expanding current programming.
In addition, Melissa will coordinate the financial and record-keeping aspects of the development office and continue her work in communications.
Melissa earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Mississippi.
She joined the staff at USJ in 2011, after many years as an active parent volunteer. Since that time, she has served in various roles, including Summer Programs Director, Director of Alumni Relations, and Assistant to the Head of School.
West Tennessee Healthcare – Kristen Morris named employee of the month
Kristen Morris, recognized as an outstanding nurse on A6 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, was named the West Tennessee Healthcare employee of the month for February, during the monthly Board of Trustee meeting, Tuesday.
Vice President Teresa Freeman, VP/CNO, Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, presented Kristen – a 10-year employee – with the award.
Meka Martin-Mercer is the director of A6, and the executive director is Kim Rush, Medical Surgical.
Kristen is viewed by her coworkers as someone they look up to and respect, and she is a role model who is eager to help.
She is often mentioned in patient survey comments regarding her exceptional bedside nursing care and attitude.
She is patient with new employees, loves her patients, and makes sure other needs are met before her own. She is a valuable asset to West Tennessee Healthcare!
Nestlé Toll House Café opening in West Towne Commons
Nestlé Toll House Café, 25 Stonebrook – Suite G2 – is scheduled to open March 1.
The 1,600-square-foot facilty is located next door to Kroger in West Towne Commons.
Matthew Wright – Buchanan Realty Group – brokered the transaction.
“The bakery café concept is doing very well in this market and Nestle offers a unique spin on this approach to dining,” Wright said, “With more than 90 locations, this will be the second restaurant to open in Tennessee.”
The menu consists of items such as cookies, cookie cakes, brownies, ice cream, milk shakes, smoothies, and a full line of hot and frozen coffee beverages. The Nestlé Toll House Cafés are commonly found in shopping malls or shopping centers.
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