I Am Jackson: Kyle Spurgeon
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I AM JACKSON because…
Our team sells Jackson every day, and I believe in what we are selling. I believe in this community, our people, and where we are headed.
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I Am Jackson: Darrell King
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I AM JACKSON because…
No matter where life or my career has taken me, this has always been home. My family’s roots here run deep, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to live, work, and give back to the community that has meant so much to us.
Read MoreI Am Jackson: Harbert Alexander
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I AM JACKSON because…
It is where I am from, it has provided a great life, and it’s my family’s history and its future!
Read MoreI Am Jackson: Vicki Lake
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I AM JACKSON because…
I strive and work every day to make Jackson and rural West Tennessee a better place to live.
Read MoreI Am Jackson: Jason Lenard
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I AM JACKSON because…
I remember PoFolks Restaurant and want to start a petition to bring it back! And if that’s not Jackson enough, then it’s because I’m proud to build homes in a community that values hard work, relationships, and doing things the right way.
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I Am Jackson: Roger Smith
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I AM JACKSON because…
Jackson is engrained in me. One can seek out a place to live where they are comfortable, but it is special when you live in a place that fulfills you. Yes, family heritage, family friends, business success, and one’s faith can be fulfilling, but the Jackson community is special. Jackson provides all the elements for me that make life good.
Read MoreI Am Jackson: Bob Arrington
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I AM JACKSON because…
I want Jackson to be visionary and strategic. I have always, and will be, FOR Jackson in all ways possible to make Jackson better. It is going to take a team effort to accomplish all of the opportunities before us, and no doubt it will take vision and change. Our community is ready to take Jackson to the next level, and I look forward to seeing it happen!
Read MoreI Am Jackson: Jon Ellis
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I AM JACKSON because…
I believe in building better — homes, businesses, and relationships — right here in the community that built me.
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I Am Jackson: Sherry Freeman
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I AM JACKSON because…
Because I don’t just live here, I have a passion for seeing Jackson become the very best it can be.
Read MoreI Am Jackson: Vicki Burch
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I AM JACKSON because…
Since I moved to Jackson 47 years ago this town has offered our family life-long friendships, career opportunities, and the desire to continue to grow with our community as a wonderful place to call HOME.
Read MoreI Am Jackson: Kyle Barron
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I AM JACKSON because…
I believe in where we’re headed. Whether it’s helping our airport grow, supporting small businesses, or just being a good neighbor, I’m proud to be part of Jackson’s story. This city is taking off, and I’m glad to be on board. (Couldn’t resist the airport puns.)
Read MoreI Am Jackson: Amy Garner
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I AM JACKSON because…
I absolutely love this community. My family, my friends, my education, and my career are all rooted in this great community, and I only foresee it just getting better and better with time. We have so much to be grateful for to be able to call this place our home!
Read MoreMiss Teen Volunteer America
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Story by Lindsay Kilburn, Photography by Lindsay Kilburn & submitted
The Miss Teen Volunteer America Pageant took place from March 6-8 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center in downtown Jackson. Young ladies representing 50 states traveled to Jackson to compete for the title of Miss Teen Volunteer America. Family, friends, and directors gathered Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday for the preliminary night competition, and the finals were held on Saturday. Throughout the week the contestants competed in Interview, Talent, Eveningwear, and Fitness and Wellness. Saturday the competition was narrowed down to the finalist. The audience filled the auditorium and watched as Miss Teen Mississippi, Izzy Karnes, was crowned Miss Teen Volunteer America 2026. The Miss Volunteer America and Miss Teen Volunteer America organizations were founded in Jackson and continuously strive to promote the S.E.R.V.E. (Scholarship, Education, Responsibility, Volunteerism, and Empowerment) initiative and provide scholarships for women.
Mark your calendars for June 18-20 for the Miss Volunteer America preliminary competitions and the finals on June 21.
I Am Jackson: Dr. Marlon King
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I AM JACKSON because…
This is where I can make the greatest difference, where collaboration thrives, and where a brighter future for our children is not just a hope, but a shared reality we are actively building together. #winning
Read MoreI Am Jackson: Todd Swims
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I AM JACKSON because…
...this city has shaped me, inspired me, and given me the opportunity to serve and grow alongside an amazing community.
Read MoreI Am Jackson: Janet Silver
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I AM JACKSON because…
I am Jackson because I have aimed to improve both myself and the West Tennessee community.
Read MoreI Am Jackson: Stan Harris
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I AM JACKSON because…
Jackson is my home and always has been. I was born here. My parents and all of my grandparents are buried here. I spent my formative years here, my professional career here, and now my retirement years here. Jackson has changed so much and it has changed for the better. Many people choose to relocate to Jackson because of everything it has to offer. I consider myself fortunate to have been born here, and I firmly believe that Jackson’s best days are still ahead.
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I AM JACKSON because…
Our team sells Jackson every day, and I believe in what we are selling. I believe in this community, our people, and where we are headed.