Jackson Free Press

Jackson is an attractive meeting place for cost-sensitive companies, according to ConventionSouth magazine. The magazine's June issue names Jackson one of five "Smart Cities" in the South for business meetings. The list also names Austin, Texas, Charleston, S.C., Fairfax, Va., and Tallahassee, Fla. as business-friendly and affordable meeting sites. The magazine's entry on Jackson reflects the city's new Convention Center Complex, nearby entertainment options and affordable hotel rates.

Housing Fair Tomorrow

Tomorrow, the Jackson Medical Mall and Jackson Housing Authority will host a free housing fair for current and prospective homeowners. The event, which runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Medical Mall's Thad Cochran Center, will offer information on rental assistance as well as credit and budget counseling from roughly 20 vendors. For more information, contact Amia Edwards at 601-982-8467.

Clinton Boutique Opens

A new store in Clinton aims to the provide working women with a refuge from their busy lives. Pampered Sole Boutique will celebrate its opening Thursday at 4 p.m. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by the Clinton Chamber of Commerce. A grand opening celebration will follow Saturday at 10 a.m.
The boutique is only the second minority woman-owned business in Clinton, owner Chrystal York said. York and co-owner Melinda Williams hope to provide a more relaxed, social shopping experience for women--something York can appreciate, as she works full-time as an engineer for Cooper Industries. Located at 307 C Clinton Boulevard, the boutique is open Thursday and Friday, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Business Events

The Mississippi Main Street Association is holding its 2010 awards luncheon at the King Edward Hotel June 24 at 11:30 a.m. The celebration honors the efforts of communities across the state to revitalize their downtown areas. Tickets to the luncheon are $40 and are available by emailing [e-mail missing] or calling 601-944-0113. Reservations must be made by June 21.

The Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership's group for young professionals, the YP Alliance, is also hosting its monthly luncheon June 24. Special guest Bo Smith of Cornerstone Mortgage will discuss first-time home purchases, energy efficiency and old home renovations. The event, at 201 S. President St., begins at noon and costs $7 for members or $10 for non-members. Contact Nicole McNamee at [e-mail missing] by June 21 to reserve a spot.

Previous Comments

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158215

Comment

very cool! a best kept secret is getting out. and I am noticing more and more convention people walking around downtown near my office. :-)

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Izzy

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2010-06-15T16:39:15-06:00

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158217

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Once you get more hotels in the area, more events will happen.

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golden eagle

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2010-06-16T07:49:20-06:00