Strong infrastructure is often the unseen foundation of a thriving community, and in Jackson, that foundation is both intentional and continually evolving. Our city’s connectivity, locally, regionally, and beyond, plays a vital role in supporting families, businesses, and the influence of long-term growth. The presence of Denver Air Connection, offering commercial flights out of McKellar–Sipes Regional Airport, is a meaningful asset for residents and professionals alike, making travel more accessible and positioning Jackson as a community connected to broader opportunities. For business leaders, educators, healthcare providers, and entrepreneurs, this access is a strategic advantage that strengthens Jackson’s ability to compete and collaborate on a wider stage.
Equally impactful is the work of Jackson Energy Authority, whose investments in power, broadband, and utility infrastructure have propelled the city forward in remarkable ways. Through continued innovation and expansion, JEA has helped improve reliability, speed, and access to essential services, particularly in the realm of connectivity, where high-quality broadband has become as critical as any physical, tangible roadway. These advancements support remote work, digital learning, healthcare, and modern commerce, ensuring that Jackson is equipped for the demands of today while preparing for the possibilities of tomorrow.
Together, these systems, transportation, utilities, and digital infrastructure, form a network of progress that powerfully supports everyday life. They reflect a city that understands growth requires vision, investment, and stewardship, and one that is committed to building pathways that connect its people to opportunity.
Denver Air Connection
In August of 2024, The Department of Transportation announced that Denver Air Connection was selected as the Essential Air Service provider for Jackson Regional Airport. This service connects Jackson and the West Tennessee region with opportunities to access the comprehensive route network of other major carriers through Atlanta International Airport and Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Denver Air Connection’s Interline Agreements with Delta Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines provide travelers with unparalleled benefits, including seamless ticketing, baggage transfers, and through-checks to and from any of their partners’ US destinations.
With a fleet consisting of a 30-seat Dornier Jet and 50-seat Embraer EMB-145 Jet, Denver Air Connection promises comfortable and efficient travel for passengers. The flights offer full-size, high-end snacks and beverages, ensuring a pleasant journey for all travelers. With a 98.5% completion rate on flights and impressive on-time performance, passengers can trust that their travel plans will proceed smoothly. West Tennessee travelers have embraced Denver Air connection’s jet service, benefiting from convenient one-stop connections nationwide. At the end of 2025, Denver Air officially confirmed the airport’s 10,000th passenger of the calendar year, marking an exciting milestone for the city and its new economic driver.
Jackson Regional Airport is an in- credible asset to West Tennessee. We strengthen infrastructure, support economic development, and ensure our airport serves the needs of travelers and businesses for years to come.
Kyle Barron, Executive Director – Jackson Regional Airport
JEA Connectivity/Reliability
Jackson Energy Authority is one of the few public utilities in the nation to offer all major utility services from a single company. It is JEA’s mission to create value for its customers and help improve the quality of life in Jackson. As a customer-owned utility, the company combines utilities and broadband services to provide unmatched and reliable service for the community. JEA works to ensure that services are in place to meet Jackson’s current and future needs and offers a variety of high speed internet services such as EPlus Broadband, EPlus TV6, TV Everywhere, and Eplus.net. Their fiber optic broadband network keeps things running smooth with the fastest download and upload speeds. From the megawatts that power industry to the kilowatts that keep the lights on, JEA is also one of 2,000+ of the nation’s public power utilities delivering safe, reliable electric services.
Through its commitment to environmental safety and health, JEA treats millions of gallons of waste-water a day to ensure cleanliness before it’s returned to the environment – protecting natural resources and public health. The organization safely delivers natural gas and propane to homes, businesses and industries. Their dedication to safety is strengthened through the organization’s offering of free, specialized utilities safety training and workshops throughout the year to help educate local First Responders, Excavators, and Contractors.
The new accounts services initiative aids businesses and contractors in making the building and development processes easier. It provides a single channel for electric, natural gas, propane, water, wastewater, and broadband services, simplifying and expediting each step along the way. Unmatched customer experience paired with the diverse range of award-winning services has enabled JEA to maintain its high customer satisfaction and continue the growth of the community.
