Jackson Memorial Building Improvements Making Progress
Improvements to the Jackson County Memorial Building are finally coming along after experiencing a major setback. Jackson County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Hope Vargas said renovations to the building were temporarily paused after flooding from a rainstorm last July, but have since resumed. Vargas said the building is asbestos-free, mold-free, and has a new […]
State Highlights Jackson Schools For ACT Improvement
The Tennessee Department of Education highlighted Jackson County Schools for a significant improvement in the percentage of students meeting ACT benchmarks last year. The state wants an ACT score of 21. Jackson County raised its percentage of students who met the benchmark score from 22 percent to 41.3 percent. Director of Schools Jason Hardy said […]
Jackson Looking To Repair County Jail Roof Damage
Jackson County Commissioners looking for money to repair the damaged roof on top of the county jail. County Mayor Jim Morgan said after discovering several leaks, the county’s insurance company determined the damage was caused by hail. Morgan said though the insurance company helped evaluate the damage, the county will have to pay the entire […]
Hwy 262 Bridge Renamed After Former Jackson Mayor
Jackson County will rename the bridge spanning Long Branch Road on Highway 262 in Gainesboro after former County Mayor John Cason. Cason served the citizens of Jackson County for over three decades, including 24 years as a county commissioner and four years as the county mayor from 2010-2014. Cason’s Sister, Cherry Ramsey, said Cason lived […]
Jackson Expresses Opposition To SR-53 Temporary Closure
Several Jackson County Commissioners spoke against a T-DOT decision Monday night to close State Route 53 for a culvert replacement project. T-DOT announced the estimated $2.7 million project last Thursday, with a proposed 50-day closure at Hurricane Branch Lane. Commissioner Joe Barlow said he had safety concerns, as fire and EMS response times are going […]
Jackson Schools Taking On Increased Insurance Costs
The Jackson County Board of Education approved Monday night taking on increased employee insurance rates for the upcoming year. Jackson County Director of Schools Jason Hardy said insurance rates went up five percent from last year. Hardy said the school district will not pass it on to employees. “Our employees will be paying the same […]
Jackson Commissioners Approve Airport Rental Cars
Rental cars coming to the Jackson County Airport following approval from the County Commission Monday night. Airport Manager Jim Young said he was approached by two residents who were willing to provide rental cars for ground transportation. Young said the residents pitched the idea to the Airport Board. Young said reservations would be done online. […]
Jackson Man Arrested For Threatening Elected Official
A Jackson County man arrested Friday, charged with threatening an elected official. The TBI began its investigation in July at the request of District Attorney Jason Lawson. 62-year-old Lester Clouse jailed Friday. The case allegedly involves retaliation for a past action according to the TBI. Clouse booked on $50,000 bond in the Jackson County Jail.
Jackson Schools GEAR UP Hosting College Tailgate Friday
The Jackson County GEAR UP program will host a tailgate party Friday night for students to connect with postsecondary institutions before the first home football game. GEAR UP Site Supervisor Kevin Thomas said the College Career tailgate is an effort to expose students to the different opportunities available after high school. Thomas said a football […]
UCDD Approves CAIC Loan For New Gainesboro Steakhouse
A new Sinatra-style steakhouse coming to Downtown Gainesboro thanks to a UCDD loan. Cassie and Pete Kessler, the owners of the Stolen Coin restaurant in Gainesboro, plan to open the Board Room Steakhouse with funding from a $100,000 loan. UCDD Business Lending Manager Mindy Trammel said the Stolen Coin received a UCDD disaster loan in […]
