In case you missed it, here’s a look back at a few of this week’s business highlights.
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Barricades remain behind Kroger in West Towne Commons
Barricades remain where a water line broke about two weeks ago, creating what appears to be sinkhole behind Kroger in West Towne Commons, at 41 Stonebrook Place.
The shopping center is owned by Kroger, and management cannot be reached for comment.
“JEA shut off the water, and Tim Ferguson (plumbing, air, electric) went out and repaired a water line,” said Jerry Gist, mayor of Jackson, “The building is owned by Kroger, but we still do not know their plans. The barricades remain for the safety of the public.”
Starbucks, inside Target, 93 Stonebrook Place, which closed due to the break – has reopened.
New logo has apparel sales picking up at Jackson State Community College
Less than one week after Jackson State Community College revealed its new athletic identity, Steve Cornelison is seeing more than a few positives.
Cornelison, the school’s director of athletics and student activities saw several students sporting the new Green Jays logo on T-shirts during the first day of school, Monday.
The school changed from Generals to Green Jays.
“We want to leverage this as much as possible,” Cornelison said. “We’re also going to sell the apparel at our satellite campuses in Humboldt, Lexington and Savannah.”
Cornelison said the apparel will also be on sale during Jackson State athletic events and perhaps a few kiosks throughout Jackson.
“People can also buy the product online,” Cornelison said. “It’s nice to see students wearing the apparel, and we finally feel like we have a logo.”
West Tennessee Healthcare – Loria Minton named employee of the month
Loria Minton, Prime Care Selmer, has been named the West Tennessee Healthcare employee of the month for August.
The presentation was made during the West Tennessee Healthcare Board of Trustees monthly meeting at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Tuesday.
Loria is an eight-year employee of Prime Care Selmer, which joined the West Tennessee Healthcare family in April 2016.
Her coworkers describe her as a wonderful and awesome representative of West Tennessee Healthcare.
Darrell King, Vice President of West Tennessee Medical Group made the presentation with director David Alred, director of primary care/outpatient/West Tennessee Neurosciences.
“We proudly congratulate Loria Minton for being named “Employee of the Month” for West Tennessee Healthcare,” Darrell King said, “Her coworkers describe her as always being courteous and someone who takes the time to do her job well.
“She exemplifies the mission, vision, and values of this organization, and we are proud to recognize her tonight.”
WTH – Initial Advisory Board Members approved for area facilities
The West Tennessee Healthcare Board of Trustees approved four resolutions that involved the appointments of Initial Advisory Board Members at West Tennessee Healthcare facilities in Dyersburg, Martin, Bolivar and Camden.
Dr. Lisa Piercey, MD, MBA, FACHE executive vice president West Tennessee Healthcare, presented the resolutions when the Board of Trustees held its monthly meeting at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Tuesday.
“All four of my resolutions tonight involved appointment of advisory board members at the respective hospitals,” Dr. Piercey said. “Advisory board members are appointed by, and accountable to the district board.”
Dr. Piercey said at Dyersburg and Martin, the existing advisory boards, prior to the acquisition, were ratified for continuation of their service to those facilities.
“In Dyersburg, the board consists of a mix of physicians, community leaders, and business professionals,” Dr. Piercey said. “In Martin, the board is primarily populated by local mayors, university representatives, and community members.
“The appointments tonight in Bolivar and Camden were to backfill open positions on their respective advisory boards, and the appointed members were all highly recommended.
“Advisory board members at our rural hospitals serve in a volunteer capacity to facilitate engagement and community input for local hospital operations. They play a vital role in these communities, and we are very grateful for their service to our organization.”
Heart sculpture nears completion at Le Bonheur Children’s Outpatient Center
A little more paint, and the Heart sculpture at Le Bonheur Children’s Outpatient Center, 1535 Vann Drive, will be complete.
“We chose the colors blue and green, because it’s the color palette inside,” said Diane Rushing, Director, West Tennessee Pediatrics at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital, “The Heart represents hope, love, courage and compassion.”
Le Bonheur Children’s Outpatient Center, which opened January 16, consists of 30,000 square feet, 20 examination rooms, and a variety of diagnostic services including lab, X-ray, untrasound, EKG, EEG, ECHO and pulmonary function testing.
A dedicated space is available for families to connect with a wide range of pediatric subspecialists.
Subspecialty Clinics include cardiology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, general surgery, genetics, nephrology, neurology, pulmonology and urology, with access to more subspecialists at Le Bonheur via telemedicine.
Business hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Business Notes – Horne CPAs donate time at RIFA
Besides balancing books, five team members from Horne CPAs and Business Advisors donated their time at the Regional Inter-Faith Association sorting items for the non-profit’s snack backpack program, Friday, August 24.
“Horne CPAs and Business Advisors provide each team member the opportunity to spend one day each summer to serve at a local non-profit,” Janie Moore said. “Our team members divided up between four local charities this summer. We have participated in the RIFA’s snack backpack program for the last five years.”
Janie Moore, who serves as office manager at Horne LLP, was joined at RIFA with Carol Dix, administrative assistant, Rebecca Miller, CPA, Kyle West an associate, and Anita Hamilton, a partner.
(PHOTO: Barricades remain at Kroger in West Towne Commons)
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