The city is making a major investment in our downtown with this street project as the entrance to downtown is very critical to our re-development efforts. You can now get a good idea of what the finished product is going to look like. So ... drive down Highland Avenue and take a look. You'll be proud of what your City is doing for your downtown.

The Discovery Museum of West Tennessee to Host "A Sneak Preview"

On Tuesday, July 11th at 7:00 pm the Discovery Museum of West Tennessee will be hosting "A Sneak Preview" of their new facility located at 315 East Lafayette Street. A lot of work has been completed on the building itself. Skylights have been exposed when a false ceiling was removed. New tile floors can be found, and a lot of hard work just scrubbing and cleaning up after years of being empty has taken place. Admission is free, but reservations are requested. Wine and cheese will be served. For more information you can call 422.6333.

Dickson Gallery Holds
"Artists in Action"

You need to stop by the Dickson Gallery of Fine Art, 118 E. Lafayette Street, on any given Saturday. The gallery is featuring guest artists, at work, showing their talent and works on display in the front window.

You can watch as they work, ask questions, see how it's really done. Don't miss these great opportunities. For more information you can call 423.9708.

$50,000 for a Rockabilly Family with Rockabilly Mom Wanted.

"Trading Spouses" is looking for a family that loves Rockabilly music. Jessica Mitchell has contacted The International Rock-A-Billy Hall of Fame seeking families to interview. She requested a family with a "Rockabilly Mom, children over 6 years old and crazy about Rockabilly Music." The family selected for a part in "Trading Spouses" will receive $50,000 for their participation in this popular TV series. Information on how, and where, to apply for this family oriented show may be obtained at the International Rock-A-Billy Hall of Fame, located at 105 North Church Street, Jackson, Tennessee. You may call 427.6262 for more information.

Performing Arts Camp to Take Place At The Ned

A Performing Arts Camp for participants ages eight and nine years old will be taking place at the Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center, 314 East Main Street, from 9:00 am to Noon Monday through Friday, July 10th through the 14th. Campers will learn skills in theater and preparation for a show Fees are $55/$85. For more information you can call 425.8396.

Baker's Rack's Move a Success

The Baker's Rack move from 100 East Baltimore Street to 205 East Lafayette Street has been a roaring success. Several people have called wanting to know where the restaurant had moved to. The West's opened their doors at the 205 East Lafayette facility on the 5th of June, and the single dining room with additional space has proven to be a very savey business decision. Be sure to stop by and see the new digs. For take out orders you can call 424.6163.

Farmers Market has Fresh Local Produce

Don't forget to stop by the Farmer's Market at 91 New Market Street for fresh local fruits and vegetables. Seasonal items are in now including home grown tomatoes and fresh sweet corn. Call Linnie at 425.8303 for more information.