Native Johnson Named New Jackson Chamber Director
Olivia Johnson has been named the new executive director of the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce. Johnson said she is a native of Jackson County and earned a marketing degree from Tennessee Tech. Johnson said her decision to pursue the chamber position ultimately came down to her love for the community and a desire to […]
Chamber Searching For New Director, Vargas To State
The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce is searching for a new director after current director, Hope Vargas, accepted a position with the Tennessee Department of Tourism. Vargas served as the chamber director for five years. Chamber President Ryan Hopkins said Vargas has made a huge impact on the county during her time with the chamber. […]
Gainesboro Pursuing Survey To Address Old Block Wall
Gainesboro will hire a surveyor to see what can be done about an old block wall next to the old Wiggins Surveying building. The town’s board of aldermen learned last month of the building having flooding issues due to the condition of the wall. The property owner presented a survey showing that he does not […]
Countdown Is On For American Made Music Fest In Jackson Co.
The countdown is on for this year’s American Made Music Fest in Jackson County. Chamber of Commerce Director Hope Vargas said this year attendees can expect equally great acts, and more food truck vendors. “One issue that we did see last year was the long wait times that attendees had while waiting in line for […]
Jackson County Chamber Seeking More Volunteer Help For American Made Music Fest
Jackson County Chamber of Commerce searching for some 100 volunteers to help with the American Made Music Festival. Director Hope Vargas said after last year’s festival, organizers quickly realized that more volunteers would be a must for the next one. “Ticket checkers, and backstage hands that need to readily available at all times between performances […]
Jackson County Chamber Creating Maps To Highlight Attractions Across The County
Jackson County Chamber of Commerce working to create maps highlighting various features of Jackson County. Director Hope Vargas said the map serves as a great marketing tool that could boost tourism in the county. She said they hope to have the maps printed and ready to hand out by the American Made Music Festival in […]
Jackson County Chamber Awarded Tourism And Hospitality Recovery Funds
The Jackson County Chamber announced as a recipient of Tennessee Tourism Recovery Funds. The state started the Tennessee Tourism CARES program to help the tourism and hospitality industries impacted by COVID-19. Chamber Director Hope Vargas said they were awarded some $47,500 to use over the next three years. “And I’m not entirely sure of the […]
New Gainesboro Mural Highlights Connection To Chevrolet
Jackson set to cut the ribbon for a brand-new mural in downtown Gainesboro Saturday morning at 10:30. Chamber of Commerce Director Hope Vargas said that the chamber worked with Belmont University on the design. She said that they wanted to highlight the Chevrolet building because it is an interesting part of Gainesboro’s history. “The Gainesboro […]
Jackson Chamber Launches Chamber Wide Job Application Program
Jackson County Chamber is launching a new website to serve as a one-stop shop for job seekers in the community. Director Hope Vargas said that she was inspired by the Clay County Chamber which has a similar program. She said she wanted to make it easier for people to apply for jobs. “I felt that […]
Jackson Chamber Forming Beautification Committee
Jackson County Chamber of Commerce is trying to create a beautification committee. Chamber Director Hope Vargas said that they want to have a group to help enrich downtown Gainesboro. “As we move forward our efforts need a home, just like anything does,” Vargas said. “And as well as a group of people who are passionate […]
