On behalf of Jackson Downtown Development Corporation (JDDC) I would like to to invite you to visit Jackson's wonderful downtown. What a difference three years can make. In this short span of time, the charm and history of downtown Jackson has dramatically been transformed back into the dynamic, diverse and distinctive retail, residential and business environment that you see today.

Connecting businesses, government, and the community with each other and serving as a valuable resource center, JDDC is devoted to the development, preservation and expansion of Jackson's Downtown. The Urban Land Institute Study (ULI) delivers a comprehensive plan for the future of the Historic Downtown. It serves as a road map that can be followed and gives strong direction as to how to carry out the plan itself.

The leadership of JDDC is striving to accomplish the goals established in our Program of Work. The JDDC Board listens and works with the Mayor and City Council, the City Administration, County Mayor and County Commissioner to achieve our common objectives and goals. As the heart of the region, we must all share in the vision for the community as a whole.

JDDC is very excited about the future of the downtown and hope that it will be a place that your business and your family can be proud of and will enjoy for years to come.  

Fabulous Friday to Take Place

Friday evening, June 30th, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm various downtown merchants will be offering extended hours and specials as part of Fabulous Friday. Plan on stopping by the Dickson Gallery of Fine Art, Dixie Castle, Downtown Tavern, le Diva's, Lola's Bar and Grill, Marguerite's, Popeye's, Restaurante Margarita's, Shooters Lounge, and Subway. For more information you can call 427.7573.

"Our Field of Flags" on Display

The Triangle at the intersection of Main and Lafayette Street has been "planted" by the Jackson-Madison County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DARS) with a flag display, "Our Field of Flags". The flags will be on display through July 8th and are in honor of our ancestors who supported the American Revolution. Madison County was the final home to at least twelve Revolutionary war patriots. For more information you can call 668.5409.

Tent Revival to be Held at Fairgrounds

The Jesus New Covenant Church will be holding a good "ole time" Revival at the Fairgrounds Park, 800 South Highland, at the grandstands and track area on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday this week, starting at 6:30 pm each evening. Plan on attending one or all of their powerful presentations. For more information you can call 427.6309.

Exchange Club - Carl Perkins Center In Search of Talent

The Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse is in search of local talent to perform August 20th at the Circles of Hope Telethon. Submit audio tapes, compact discs or video tapes to: Circle of Hope Telethon, 213 Cheyenne Drive, Jackson, TN 38305.

The deadline is July 1st. For more information you can call Chris Ramsey at 668.4000.

Galleries A-Go-Go Friday Evening

Marguerites, 124 East Baltimore Street, will be holding their "Galleries A-Go-Go" on Friday the 30th from 7:00 to 9:00pm.

Admission is free and light refreshments will be available. For more information call 427.3006.

Have A Happy July 4th