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Jim Ferrell recognized for 30 years of service at Jackson Energy Authority
It wasn’t on the agenda, but the Board of Directors recognized – and presented Jim Ferrell with a service award – for his 30 years of service at Jackson Energy Authority during its December meeting, Thursday.
Jim Ferrell, who serves as president and chief executive officer at JEA, began his career Dec. 14, 1988.
He has been president and chief executive officer at Jackson Energy Authority since April 2011.
Jim was born and raised in Jackson, and is a graduate of Jackson Central-Merry High School.
He earned a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Tennessee and a MBA from the University of Tennessee.
He began working at Jackson Energy Authority while in college, and has held various positions at the company – project Engineer, Systems Engineer, Superintendent of Systems Operations, Vice President of Operations, Sr. Vice President of Electric Division and Chief Operating Officer.
“Congratulations on your 30 year anniversary,” said Monte Jones, chairman of the Board of Directors, “Since joining the board, I have been very impressed with your leadership and ability to guide such a wonderful group of people.
“Your path through JEA over the years is a true success story and is an inspiration to the next generation of JEA associates. Thanks for all you do and again, congratulations.”
Robotic project, Wound Center approved by WTH Trustees
The West Tennessee Healthcare Board of Trustees held its final monthly meeting for 2018 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Tuesday.
The District authorized a resolution to contract and do all things necessary to effectuate the design, renovation and equipment purchases for the Kirkland Cancer Center Pharmacy Robotic Project at a cost of $1,955,700, of which $1 million has been received as a donation from Dr. Eugene Reese for this project, and $955,700, which will come from approved District budgeted funds.
The system has very sophisticated optical imaging, sensors and gravimetric technology ensuring that there is never a incorrect drug vial or final container placed in the robot – and dosing is always correct.
The Board also authorized to implement the Wound Care Center at Dyersburg Hospital, at a cost of $492,130.70 of approved budgeted District funds.
A wound care center in Kennett, Missouri – which is 45 miles west of Dyersburg – closed in June of this year.
Jackson Clinic adds new Nephrologist
The Jackson Clinic recently added Dr. Syed M. Mohsin Raza to their Nephrology Department at 700 W. Forest Avenue.
Dr. Raza joins Dr. Victor C. Nwazue, Dr. Chima O. Oleru, and Dr. Tracy Townes-Bougard.
According to a press release, Dr. Raza received his Doctor of Medicine degree from King Edward Medical College, Pakistan. He completed his Residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis.
In addition, he has completed a Nephrology Fellowship at Wayne State University, in Detroit.
Dr. Raza is Board Certified, American Board of Nephrology and American Board of Internal
Medicine.
Nephrologists treat medical diseases of the kidneys and all associated body parts, particularly those leading to kidney failure, with dialysis and kidney transplants.
Most diseases affecting the kidney are not limited to the organ itself, but are systemic disorders.
Nephrology concerns itself with the diagnosis of kidney disease and its treatment.
Nephrologists also provide expert care of electrolyte disorders and hypertension.
The Jackson Clinic is a multi-specialty group practice of over 120 physicians in 25 specialties and subspecialties.
‘Eater’ of the Free World visits Jackson, Wednesday
It’s Man vs. Food at KC Finn’s, 1027 South Highland Ave., when Randy Santel, billed as a world class professional eater, participates in the ‘Big Burger Challenge,’ Dec. 26.
The public is invited, and prepping for the challenge begins at 3:30 p.m., and 15 minutes later, Santel – who makes his home in St. Louis – will get very busy.
“Anyone who has (eaten) here in the last two-and-a-half years knows we have the ‘Gigantic Burger Challenge,’ said Charlie Finn, who co-owns the restaurant with wife Kathy, “It will consist of eating a five-pound burger and a pound of fries and he’s got to do it in 30 minutes.”
It’s a competition several have tried at KC Finn’s, but no one has won – yet.
Santel, who videos the competition for youtube.com, will pay $30 to try and complete the task, and if successful, he’ll receive a refund.
But there’s other incentives.
“He has the most wins in challenges,” Charlie said, “He’s going all over the country competing, and people use his website (foodchallenges.com) to set up challenges in the U.S. and other countries.”
Te’kila Mexican Bar & Grill opens at 155 Stonebrook Place
Te’kila Mexican Bar & Grill has opened at 155 Stonebrook Place in West Towne Commons.
Business hours will be 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday.
Brothers Jose and Alex Gomez opened their first Te’kila Mexican Bar & Grill at 1335 N. Germantown Parkway in Cordova, Jan. 3, 2018.
Jennifer Mealer named WTH employee of the month
Jennifer Mealer, an employee at West Tennessee Healthcare for 16 years, has been named the organization’s employee of the month for December.
Jennifer was recognized when the WTH Board of Trustees held its monthly meeting at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Tuesday.
Tim Adams, a vice-president at West Tennessee Healthcare, and Jenny Graves, director of physical therapy made the presentation.
According to a press release, Jennifer, a physical therapist assistant, goes above and beyond her duties – not only for the patient – but also for her co-workers.
She is great with patients and pushes them to improve.
She will go out of her way to take a patient a bag of ice or even help during clean up.
No matter the request, she will always take initiative.
She is a hard worker and always has a smile on her face when she enters a room. She will always ask if she can do anything to help, and even goes as far as passing out trays for the nurses.
West Tennessee Healthcare is beyond thankful for Jennifer and her West Tennessee Healthcare spirit.
Commercial property sold at 138 Edwards Drive for $1 million+
You can add the sale of 138 Edwards Drive to a growing list of commercial properties in Jackson and Madison County.
E I S of Tennessee Inc., or Expedited Industrial Shipper – a trucking company, bought the property from John Samuel Overton, Whitney Overton, Robert Wesley Overton and Tiffany Overton for $1,600,000.
In October, Restaurant Holdings LLC sold 1912 North Highland Avenue – home to Wendy’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers – to HA Investments for $2,511,765.
In September, Restaurant Holdings LLC sold 873 Vann Drive – Wendy’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers – to WRG Realty LLC, for $2,232,143.
Stonebrook LLC sold 174 Stonebrook Place – which is occupied by Long John Silver’s – to Dean Stanton and Bernadette Stanton for $1,475,000, in August.
American Mattress occupies 742 Vann Drive – a property owned by McCall Development, which sold to Ernest Thomas Properties, a Mississippi Limited Partnership for $1,280,000, in June.
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