East Main: 101 - Inside Jackson, TN City Government

I sit down with the supervisor of our city's traffic signalization department to learn more about how his role in keeping travelers moving throughout our city.#JacksonTN #EastMain101Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: April 23, 2026Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

I'm joined with Hilliard Baker III to talk about his 2 decade career as Jackson, TN Parks and Rec Program Specialist at T.R. White Sportsplex.#JacksonTN #EastMain101Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: April 20, 2026Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

I sit down with Jackson Police Department Deputy Chief Gary Benton to hear about his rise in ranks with the department and his love for racing.#JacksonTN #EastMain101Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: April 7, 2026Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

I sit down with Beth Bolton, CEO of Visit Jackson, TN to talk about how her organization's role plays a vital part in the success of our city.#JacksonTN #EastMain101Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: April 2, 2026Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

South Jackson Community Center Director Debra "PeeWee" Williamson joins me in studio to talk about how she helped shape the future of Jackson residents from their youth to adulthood.#JacksonTN #EastMain101Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Nov. 13, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.***WEBEast Main: 101 Lesson 38eastmain101lesson38    East Main: 101 | Lesson 38 ft. Debra "PeeWee" Williamson-Easley, South Jackson Community Center DirectorSouth Jackson Community Center Director Debra "PeeWee" Williamson joins me in studio to talk about how she helped shape the future of Jackson residents from their youth to adulthood.Listen and Watch on Youtube: SUBSCRIBEListen on Spotify: SUBSCRIBEListen on Apple Podcast: SUBSCRIBE

City of Jackson, TN Employee LaShune Hicks talks about her journey from one of the city's community centers to becoming the Director of the Carl Perkins Civic Center as well as the upgrades made to the facility.#JacksonTN #EastMain101Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Nov. 6, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.***WEBEast Main: 101 Lesson 37eastmain101lesson37    East Main: 101 | Lesson 37 ft. LaShune Hicks, Carl Perkins Civic Center Director City of Jackson, TN Employee LaShune Hicks talks about her journey from one of the city's community centers to becoming the Director of the Carl Perkins Civic Center as well as the upgrades made to the facility.Listen and Watch on Youtube: SUBSCRIBEListen on Spotify: SUBSCRIBEListen on Apple Podcast: SUBSCRIBE

Abby Palmer sits with me to talk about her journey from being an AmeriCorps Vista to becoming the city's new Service Innovation Director.#JacksonTN #EastMain101Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Oct. 13, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Jordan Alexander sits down with me to talk about his role as Creative Services Manager at The Ned McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center.#JacksonTN #EastMain101Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Sept. 30, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Did you know we offer pottery and ceramics classes? Allyssa Miller, class instructor sits with me to talk about her love for the art and show some of the pieces her students create.#JacksonTN #EastMain101Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Sept. 25, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

I sit down with Jackson Police Department Public Information Officer Stephanie Graham to talk about why her love for community fits well with her role with the agency.#JacksonTN #EastMain101Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Sept. 19, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

City of Jackson, TN Fire Department Training Instructor Robert Johnson talks us through what it takes to make it through his class to become a JFD Firefighter.#JacksonTN #EastMain101Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Sept. 9, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

City of Jackson, TN Groundskeeping Director RC Waddell and I discuss how his team works daily to maintain the grounds at city properties -- from parks to venues.Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: September 4, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

City of Jackson, TN Claims Manager Melissa Gordon from our Risk Management Department talks about her role in handling internal and external insurance claims for The City.#JacksonTN #EastMain101Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Aug. 27, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

City of Jackson, TN 311 Call Center Team Lead Debbie Click joins me in studio to talk about her role in assisting residents with their city service requests.Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Aug. 22, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Darius Mullin and I sit down to talk about actual raptors, his love for the outdoors and his role as Recreation Coordinator at Cypress Grove Nature Park. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #cypressgrove#JacksonTN #EastMain101 #potholesSubscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jacksontn.govYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Mar. 13, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerCity of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.comMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with Jackson, TN Street Department Superintendent Johnny Weddle to talk about how crews work to maintain city infrastructure from pothole repair to salting roads for inclement weather.Subscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jacksontn.govYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Mar. 11, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerCity of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.comMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Following her graduation from the FBI Academy, Jackson Police Department's Lt. Rochelle Staten sits with me to talk about her career in Law Enforcement, Bodybuilding, and Non-profits.#JacksonTN #EastMain101 #ifbbpro #fbiacademySubscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jacksontn.govYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Feb. 27, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerCity of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.comMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with Aaron Hardin, Director of the Carnegie Center for Arts and History to talk about the current status and future plans for the museum.#JacksonTN #EastMain101 #art #carnegieSubscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite: https://jacksontn.govCommunications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficialLinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jacksontn.govYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Feb. 21, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott CongerCity of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.comMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with Jackson, TN City Recorder Nathan Reed to talk about the processes of the City Recorder's office and his role in managing the city's budget, finances, and revenue.#JacksonTN #EastMain101 #finance #budget #revenueSubscribe | Enable ALL push notificationsIf you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels:https://eastmain101.jacksontn.govWebsite:https://jacksontn.govCommunications & Engagement:https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communicationsFacebook:https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/Instagram:https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/X:https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/TikTok:https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficialLinkedIN:https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontnBluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/jacksontn.govYoutube:https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontnApple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618Recorded on: Feb. 6, 2025Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications DirectorMayor: Scott CongerCity of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson:http://shopjacksontn.comMedia Inquiries: [email protected] East Main: 101:East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization.About Jackson, TN:The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub.The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis.Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more.Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with Jason Compton, the Director of the West Tennessee Healthcare Sportsplex and learns about how the team effort with other city employees heled the Sportsplex receive a national award. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #usssa #baseball #softball #travelball Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jacksontn.gov Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618 Recorded on: Feb. 3, 2025 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Mayor Scott Conger delivers the 2025 State of the City Address during the weekly meeting of the Jackson Rotary Club, Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at First Methodist - Downtown Jackson, TN. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #stateofthecity Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jacksontn.gov Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618 Recorded on: Jan. 15, 2025 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with City of Jackson, TN Chief of Staff Ron Shultis to talk about what makes good policy and how it makes the city a better place for everyone. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #chiefofstaff Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jacksontn.gov Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618 Recorded on: Dec. 16, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

City of Jackson, TN Human Resources Director Kelsea Merriweather talks about implementing new processes within HR and overall goals for the department. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #careers #jobs #humanresources Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jacksontn.gov Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618 Recorded on: Dec. 5, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with Elvia Trejo and discuss projects within the Neighborhood Services Department as well as her love for service to the community as a whole. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #loveyourblock #neighborhoodservices Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jacksontn.gov Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618 Recorded on: Nov. 21, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here. Photo courtesy of Darren Lykes Photography

Kenny sits down with Jackson, TN Police Sgt. Curtis Cozart to talk about his role within the Community Relations Division of the department. They also discuss what inspire him to become an officer, what it takes balancing personal life and work, as well as being a D.A.R.E instructor. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #police #jpd #DareAmerica Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jacksontn.gov Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618 Recorded on: Nov. 14, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with Haley Coble, Director of the City of Jackson, TN's Recovery Court to talk about the benefits of the program for the city and its residents. Joining Kenny and Haley is 2022 Recovery Court graduate Boris Shelton who opens up about his addiction and path to recovery. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #podcast #recovery Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618 Recorded on: Nov. 7, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with City of Jackson, TN Building and Codes Department Director Greg Rowland to talk about the importance of having a department that is one of the first steps in structure/building safety in our city. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #podcast #building #codes Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618 Recorded on: Nov. 4, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Today's lesson features Communications Director Kenneth Cummings speaking directly to the community about his role for the city of Jackson, TN. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #podcast #communication Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618 Recorded on: Aug. 19, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with City of Jackson, TN Community Development Coordinator Claire Pierson to talk about some of the Mayor's Office projects and initiatives she oversees including Mayor's Youth Council, Public Art, and Neighborhood Academy. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #podcast #community Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618 Recorded on: Aug. 12, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with Jackson, TN Police Department Chief Thom Corley to talk about the importance of Community Policing and how it makes a difference in the progress of a city. THe pair also discuss the department's use of citizen engagement and technology with the goal of making the city even safer. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #podcast #police Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618 Recorded on: Aug. 1, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

For over 3 decades, Stan Pilant has been planning for the future of Jackson, TN. Kenny and Stan sit down to talk about the steps for development for the future of the city and to correct misinformation about who builds what in the city, as well as why certain areas over others. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #podcast #planning Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618 Recorded on: July 25, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with Health and Sanitation Director Leilani Mills to talk trash -- including process of our new green bins and the new bulk waste ordinance and guidelines. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #podcast #trash Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to our Spotify channel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Recorded on: July 22, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with City of Jackson, TN Chief Innovation Officer Lauren Kirk to talk about some of the key projects an initiatives happening with the Innovation Team including the new Men's Homeless Shelter and other projects. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #podcast #innovation Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to our Spotify channel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Recorded on: June 17, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

From Theatre to Art Exhibits, The Ned R. McWherter WesT Tennessee Cultural Arts Center has it all. Kenny sits down with The NEd Director David McCall to talk about their love for the arts and many of the exciting happenings at The Ned. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #podcast #thenedtheatre Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to our Spotify channel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Recorded on: July 1, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

For this special Independence Day 2024 Lesson of East Main: 101, Kenny sits down with the Fire Marshal for the City of Jackson, TN, LaTrell Billingsley who has served with JFD for nearly a decade and a half. The two discuss fire safety as well as what it takes to be a fire fighter. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #podcast #firesafety #firedepartment #firefighter Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to our Spotify channel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Recorded on: June 27, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with City of Jackson, TN Office of Financial Empowerment Director Tyler Carr to talk financial services including free financial counseling. #JacksonTN #EastMain101 #podcast #financialempowerment Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to our Spotify channel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Recorded on: June 13, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Austin sits down with Kenny to educate the public on public works issues such as stormwater, and the assestment being done in the city. Topics discussed also include the 3-1-1- Call Center, and more. #JacksonTN #CityOfJacksonTN #EastMain101 #CityGovernment #Government #communications #education #JacksonTennessee #podcast #publicworks #stormwater #311 Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to our Spotify channel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Recorded on: June 6, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

"The Dale Sisters" -- Christi David and Whitney Billingsley join East Main: 101 Podcast to discuss the progression of our city's parks and recreation department -- including new playgrounds, grant monies awarded, and the importance of engaging with the community. #JacksonTN #CityOfJacksonTN #EastMain101 #CityGovernment #Government #communications #education #JacksonTennessee #podcast #parksandrec #parks #recreation #NRPA Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to our Spotify channel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Recorded on: May 30, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with City of Jackson, TN Purchasing Director Zach Polk to talk about the process of procurement as it pertains to city government purchasing. Zach explains why it may take up to a month or more for services to be rendered or a product to be delivered to the city. Zach also dives a bit into his personal life dealing with his love for the outdoors. #JacksonTN #CityOfJacksonTN #EastMain101 #CityGovernment #Government #communications #education #JacksonTennessee #podcast #purchasing Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to our Spotify channel: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Recorded on: May 23, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

In Lesson 3 of East Main: 101 Kenny sits down with the Director of the Jackson Animal Care Center to talk about the services provided by the center including pet adoption and spay/neuter assistance. #JacksonTN #CityOfJacksonTN #EastMain101 #CityGovernment #Government #communications #education #JacksonTennessee #podcast #animalcontrol #animalcare #pets Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to our Spotify channel:  Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Recorded on: May 16, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Keep Jackson Beautiful Coordinator Danille Wade joins Kenny for Lesson 2 of East Main: 101. It takes a community to keep our city beautiful and Danielle has the tools to get anyone started when it comes to volunteering. Don't forget to stay through the end for your homework assignment. #JacksonTN #CityOfJacksonTN #EastMain101 #CityGovernment #Government #communications #education #JacksonTennessee #podcast Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to our Spotify channel: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn⁠ Website: https://jacksontn.gov East Main: 101 Podcast: https://jacksontn.gov/government/communications/eastmain101podcast/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn Recorded on: May 3, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Kenny sits down with City of Jackson, TN Mayor Scott Conger on the first lesson of East Main: 101. They discuss what it like to be Mayor of the city of Jackson; how the city navigated during the COVID pandemic and some of the projects happening in the city. #JacksonTN #CityOfJacksonTN #EastMain101 #CityGovernment #Government #communications #education #JacksonTennessee #podcast Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Recorded on: April 25, 2024 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101: East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

Your introduction to East Main: 101 with Kenneth Cummings Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731 Camera Operator/Editor/Producer: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Mayor: Scott Conger City of Jackson, TN Merch by Visit Jackson: http://shopjacksontn.com Media Inquiries: [email protected] About East Main: 101 East Main 101: is an idea from City of Jackson, TN Communications Director Kenneth Cummings that provides education to the community about City Government. Kenneth has a background in journalism previously working for The Jackson Sun newspaper. East Main: 101 is a play on the term for general education courses such as "English: 101" and our city hall address "101 E. Main St." This series will be an inside look at city government where viewers and listeners will learn more about Jackson, TN City Government and the people within the organization. About Jackson, TN: The City of Jackson, known as "The Hub City," is the eighth largest city in the state of Tennessee. While the nickname "Hub City" is a nod to Jackson's history as a railroad town, the city's location halfway between Nashville and Memphis along Interstate 40, as well as its rail access, being located an hour from each major river in Tennessee, and its regional airport makes it a modern-day, multi-modal hub. The connectivity that helped Jackson earn its nickname also led the city to become a center of trade, education, entertainment, arts and culture, and industry. Jackson is home to six colleges and universities, as well as a state technology center. Healthcare is Jackson's largest industry, followed by manufacturing with everything from automotive parts to Pringles potato chips being made in Jackson. Jackson serves as the retail, employment, and entertainment hub for the West Tennessee region, serving over 400,000 people on a daily basis. Also known as, the birthplace of Rockabilly Music, Jackson is the hometown of many well-renowned musicians, including Carl Perkins, Big Maybell, LOLO, and more. Jackson's affordable cost of living and numerous quality-of-life amenities make it a great place to raise a family, start a business, or invest in your community. The Hub City invites you to connect here.

East Main: 101 | Teaser Website: https://jacksontn.gov Communications & Engagement: https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial LinkedIN: https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn