"East Main: 101" is a play on the address of City Hall in Jackson, TN, and the higher education term for General Education courses (i.e. Biology: 101; English: 101, etc.). In this podcast we will get to learn more about the people who work within our city government and how our organization works to make our city prosper -- from the Mayor's Office to the Police Department; from Recreation & Parks to Groundskeeping.
East Main: 101 - Inside Jackson, TN City Government
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"East Main: 101" is a play on the address of City Hall in Jackson, TN, and the higher education term for General Education courses (i.e. Biology: 101; English: 101, etc.). In this podcast we will get to learn more about the people who work within our city government and how our organization works to make our city prosper -- from the Mayor's Office to the Police Department; from Recreation & Parks to Groundskeeping.
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June 11, 2026
East Main: 101 | Lesson 44 ft. Keith Weddle, Traffic Signs Division
<p>I sit down with City of Jackson, TN Traffic Signs Division Director Keith Weddle to learn more about how his department creates and maintains the more than 8,000 signs across the city.</p><p><br></p><p>#JacksonTN #EastMain101</p><p>Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications</p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: <a href="https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications/eastmain101podcast/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Website</strong>: <a href="https://jacksontn.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://jacksontn.gov</a> </p><p><strong>Communications & Engagement</strong>: <a href="https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications</a></p><p><strong>Facebook</strong>: <a href="https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/</a> </p><p><strong>Instagram</strong>: <a href="https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/</a> </p><p><strong>X</strong>: <a href="https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/</a> </p><p><strong>TikTok</strong>: <a href="https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontn" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontn</a> </p><p><strong>LinkedIN</strong>: <a href="https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn</a></p><p><strong>Youtube</strong>: <a href="https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731</a></p><p><strong>Spotify</strong>: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn</a></p><p><strong>Apple Podcast</strong>: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Recorded on</strong>: June 1, 2026</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Camera Operator/Editor/Producer</strong>: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director </p><p><strong>Mayor</strong>: Scott Conger</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Media Inquiries:</strong> communications@jacksontn.gov</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About East Main: 101:</strong></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Jackson, TN:</strong></p><p>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. </p><p>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.</p><p>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. </p><p>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.</p>
June 4, 2026
East Main: 101 | Lesson 43 ft. Kelly Clifton, Stormwater Operations
<p>City of Jackson, TN Stormwater Operations Director Kelly Clifton talks about his role with helping to maintain stormwater infrastructure throughout the city.</p><p><br /></p><p>#JacksonTN #EastMain101</p><p>Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications</p><p><br /></p><p>If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: <a href="https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications/eastmain101podcast/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov</a></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Website</strong>: <a href="https://jacksontn.gov" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://jacksontn.gov</a> </p><p><strong>Communications & Engagement</strong>: <a href="https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications</a></p><p><strong>Facebook</strong>: <a href="https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/</a> </p><p><strong>Instagram</strong>: <a href="https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/</a> </p><p><strong>X</strong>: <a href="https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/</a> </p><p><strong>TikTok</strong>: <a href="https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontn" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontn</a> </p><p><strong>LinkedIN</strong>: <a href="https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn</a></p><p><strong>Youtube</strong>: <a href="https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731</a></p><p><strong>Spotify</strong>: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn</a></p><p><strong>Apple Podcast</strong>: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618</a></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Recorded on</strong>: May 28, 2026</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Camera Operator/Editor/Producer</strong>: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director </p><p><strong>Mayor</strong>: Scott Conger</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Media Inquiries:</strong> communications@jacksontn.gov</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>About East Main: 101:</strong></p><p>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.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>About Jackson, TN:</strong></p><p>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. </p><p>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.</p><p>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. </p><p>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.</p>
April 30, 2026
East Main: 101 | Lesson 42 ft. Dylan Middleton, Traffic Signalization Department
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>#JacksonTN #EastMain101</p><p>Subscribe | Enable ALL push notifications</p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoyed this lesson, please subscribe to one of our podcast channels: <a href="https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications/eastmain101podcast/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://eastmain101.jacksontn.gov</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Website</strong>: <a href="https://jacksontn.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://jacksontn.gov</a> </p><p><strong>Communications & Engagement</strong>: <a href="https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.jacksontn.gov/government/communications</a></p><p><strong>Facebook</strong>: <a href="https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://facebook.com/thecityofjacksontn/</a> </p><p><strong>Instagram</strong>: <a href="https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://instagram.com/cityofjacksontn/</a> </p><p><strong>X</strong>: <a href="https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://twitter.com/cityofjacksontn/</a> </p><p><strong>TikTok</strong>: <a href="https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://tiktok.com/@cityofjacksontnofficial</a> </p><p><strong>LinkedIN</strong>: <a href="https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://linkedin.com/cityofjacksontn</a></p><p><strong>Youtube</strong>: <a href="https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://youtube.com/c/cityofjacksontn731</a></p><p><strong>Spotify</strong>: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eastmain101-jacksontn</a></p><p><strong>Apple Podcast</strong>: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/east-main-101-inside-jackson-tn-city-government/id1759600618</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Recorded on</strong>: April 23, 2026</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Camera Operator/Editor/Producer</strong>: Kenneth Cummings, City of Jackson, TN Communications Director </p><p><strong>Mayor</strong>: Scott Conger</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Media Inquiries:</strong> communications@jacksontn.gov</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About East Main: 101:</strong></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Jackson, TN:</strong></p><p>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. </p><p>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.</p><p>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. </p><p>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.</p>
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