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Published on: 02/09/2026

Chris Jackson

Chris Jackson
Chris Jackson

Chris Jackson has been selected as the new city manager for the city of St. Joseph. Jackson takes over the role from Joan Nelson, who retired from the position. Jackson comes to the city as director of the Southern Tennessee Higher Education Center. He also spent 16 years as a Lawrence County commissioner, being the youngest county commissioner in state history during his first term. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Alabama and has pursued graduate studies at Tennessee Technological University.