In case you missed it, here’s a look back at a few business highlights for the past week.
Removing buildings, utility work takes priority at roundabout
You may have noticed work on a roundabout, which is scheduled to be built on North Highland Avenue, between East and West Deaderick Streets, is not moving at a very rapid pace.
“We have a load of utilities to take care of first, and we have three buildings to take down,” said Jerry Gist, mayor of Jackson. “We also have to modify the storm water flow.”
Gist said asphalt plants are closed during the winter, which means the area would not be paved until spring of 2018.
The contract to build the roundabout was awarded to Ford Construction Company at a cost of $1,793,899.54.
Holiday Mart
The 47th annual University School of Jackson’s Holiday Mart was held at the Carl Perkins Civic Center, Friday through Sunday.
USJ’s largest fundraiser attracted 112 vendors featuring gifts, clothing and accessories, holiday and home decorative items.
Keith Hatchett opens new automobile dealership
With 25 years in the automobile industry, Keith Hatchett has opened Keith Hatchett Auto Group at Highway 45 South and Highway 18.
“A good reputation is hard to come by in the auto industry,” Keith said. “We carry a good quality vehicle. We inspect and make sure we are selling a good quality vehicle.”
Keith, who has been open less than two weeks, has 20 vehicles on the lot, a number he expects to double.
The Auto Group offers indirect financing and is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturdays.
Jackson Chamber employee presented Tennessee Champion of Commerce Award
Shirley Jones, senior vice president, public affairs with the Jackson Chamber, has been presented the Tennessee Champion of Commerce award for outstanding lifetime achievement promoting business and free enterprise.
This award was presented November 8, at the Tennessee Chamber Governmental Affairs Conference by Bradley Jackson, president/CEO of the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
This prestigious award is given for outstanding service on the state level regarding advocacy for businesses and business issues and has only been awarded three times in the history of the organization.
Jones began her work at the Jackson Chamber as a volunteer and after several years of volunteer service, was hired as an employee.
She has been with the Jackson Chamber for a total of 35 years as a volunteer and as an employee.
Traffic Calming Device install on Campbell Street
Call it what you want, but a ‘Traffic Calming Device,’ has been installed on Campbell Street near Campbell Lake.
According to one definition, a Traffic Calming Device “improves safety for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.
It aims to encourage safer, more responsible driving and potentially reduce traffic flow.”
Translated, “It’s a device that is used to slow traffic,” Jackson Mayor Jerry Gist said. “They are very effective at reducing speed … to a certain extent.”
Gist said the device, which is perfect for foot traffic around Campbell Lake, will be landscaped with flowers and mulch and maintained by the City.
Beer Board approves two requests for permits
A new event center and a special occasion event were issued beer permits by the Jackson Beer Board at the City Council Chambers at Jackson City Hall, Thursday.
Reginald Ladale Sims and wife Wanda requested a permit for their business known as the ‘Making Memories Event Center,’ 24-D Federal Drive, to sell, store and serve beer on the premises where sold.
Joshua A. (Josh) Smith requested a special occasion permit when the Jackson Sound Concert Series plays the Carl Perkins Civic Center, Nov. 25.
The event begins at 6 p.m., and will feature Jonathan Singleton & The Grove; Skyelor Anderson, Bryan Moffitt and Rev. Jessie & The Holy Smokes.
(PHOTO: A roundabout will be built on North Highland Avenue, between East and West Deaderick Streets)
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