I Am Jackson: Bill Hodges
/What is your hometown?
Bill Hodges
I am proud to have been raised in the small Southern town of Trenton. Nothing is better than the charm and warmth of the people in small-town America. A high school teacher led me to Lambuth University where I majored in history and political science in 1988. I planned to attend law school at Ole Miss, but my family helped me find my true passion. The last two generations were in the clothing manufacturing and retail business. I cultivated my skills at our anchor store and subsequently opened my own store in Jackson in 1994. Jackson has been so supportive as I proudly still run this store today. In August we celebrated 30 years in the same location.
My wife, Stacey, and I live just outside of Humboldt. We have a spunky golden retriever named Wren. I could talk for a long time about both of my blondes!
What is your profession?
I own and operate 310 Rosemont. My love of fashion and the desire to be in a field that had me interacting with the public pushed me towards this business. I believe the Lord had a direction for me, and I thank Him daily for the gifts he has given me. I count Stacey as the greatest of these.
What are some of your favorite things about Jackson?
Hands down, the people. Stacey and I have been blessed with some great friends. I have lived a lot, and there have been many changes in my life. The one thing that is constant is our close group of friends that I call family. Also, the shopping! At 310 Rosemont, we love having satisfied customers, but it is the relationship that I feel brings people back. We love chatting and sharing some laughs, but at the end of the day, we hope it is the friendship that keeps people coming back.
Three words that best describe you.
Loyal. Giving. Blessed.
Favorite place going out?
Stacey and I enjoy eating at Rock’n Dough. We love meeting our friends Jerry and Heather Corley there. The nostalgia of downtown reminds us of a simpler time.
What is one thing that you do not go a day without?
Caffeine! My morning cup of joe is the best!
Finish this statement, I AM JACKSON because…
Jackson is a representation of who I want to be. It is a city that opens its doors to people from other places and embraces them as one of their own. I hope that is how I have lived my life. No matter where I am, the people and the experience make or break the deal. I am a product of my family, and I hope to maintain the small-town feel that I experienced all those years ago when I stepped onto the campus of Lambuth University.
