JACKSON PROFILE: JOEL PHILIPPS

Name: Joel Philipps

Lives in: Jackson

Family: Wife, Carolyn, sons: Chris, 15, and Sam, 9.

Job: Owner of Philipps Carpet and Decorating.

What do you like most about the area? The friendly, family-oriented atmosphere.

Favorite food: Nachos with lots of jalapenos.

Favorite TV show: "Everyone Loves Raymond."

Best advice: The Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do to you.

Person you most admire: My grandfather. He passed away many years ago, but I'll never forget him.

What would you do if you won the lottery? If the pot was large enough, I'd probably cut back on work, travel, and make sure my family was well taken care of.

Pet peeve: People who don't return phone calls.