Monthly Archives: September 2013

Congressman Tim Walberg discussed the current federal budget impasse and the likelihood for a resolution this week.  Walberg predicted the Senate would vote to eventually approve the bill passed last week by the House that de-funded Obamacare.  Other topics discussed:  Syria, United Nations, IRS and Iran.  Other guests:  Kevin Oxley, Superintendent, Jackson County Intermediate School District;  Amy Reimann, Executive Director, Ella Sharp Museum and Emily Jarvi, Director of Education;  Historic Prison Tours with Judy Gail Krasnow and Thomas Burke;  Mission of Hope Cancer Fund events with Rock Mangus, Leanne Schwartz and Linda Spranger.

The 3rd annual Grass Lake Education Foundation's "Festival of Tables" is scheduled for October 12 at Grass Lake High School.  Superintendent Brad Hamilton and Director of Community Education and Cooperative Services Doug Moeckel are inviting supporters to attend, buy a table or donate auction items.  The festival's website has a table participation form and more information.  Other guests:  64th District State Representative Earl Poleski;  Owner of American Speedy Printing Amy Lienhard;  Columbia Central High School video production students Josh Leppert and Connor Sullivan;  Chuck Minix, owner of House of Taco.

The Grand River Marketplace Oktoberfest highlights a busy weekend of activities in Greater Jackson.  Downtown entertainment entrepreneur John Burtka, owner of Grand River Marketplace, along with Brewer Ben Tackett provided a sneak peek of the beers to be introduced at the festival.  The fun begins at 12 Noon with Randy Wrozek and the Hy-Notes throughout the afternoon, Big Foot Bob and the Toe Tappers in the evening, German foods and treats, face-painting, cotton candy and more.  Other activities include the Jackson Family Fall Festival on the St. Johns/JCMS campus, Family Farmfest throughout Jackson County, Festival of the Forks in Albion and more.  Details on the JTV Community Calendar.  Other guests:  State Senator Mike Nofs;  Sheriff Steve Rand, Jackson Police Chief Matt Heins and Crimestoppers Chairman Lt. Col. Michael Thompson;  Jimena Loveluck, HIV/AIDS Resource Center with AIDSWALK Michigan in Jackson September 28;  Spring Arbor University Athletic Director Ryan Cottingham;  New Products with Ric Walton.

Jackson County Prosecutor Jerry Jarzynka announced today that he has appointed a new Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Kati Rezmierski.  She is a graduate of the University of Michigan Law School and she also earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan.  Jarzynka and Resmierski discussed the appointment, along with current cases on today's show.  Other guests:  Andy Woell, BuilderWalk feature;  Elizabeth McClain, Community Action Agency's Executive Administrative Assistant fro Children's Programs;  Dave Smelser, Hammond Hardware;  Making Strides Walk 2013 fundraisers with Trina Brenner and Kelly Knupfer.

Executive Chef and Flight Attendant Krissy Kerwin's appearance on the Food Network's "Chopped" aired this week and today she provided some behind the scenes stories of her experience.  Last night, Krissy's friends and family gathered at The Chase sports bar for a viewing party.  SPOIL ALERT:  Krissy got chopped in the second round, but drew good reviews from the celebrity chef judges.  Other guests:  Jackson Mayor Martin Griffin;  Sylvan Learning Center Director Jen Shumaker;  First Ward City Councilperson Michelle Woods;  Elaine Crosby, Jackson Family Fall Festival;  Pet of the Week with Kathy Brafford, Cascades Humane Society.