United Way Names Youth Volunteer of the Year
Northwest High School senior Hadleigh Buchler was named the 2014 United Way of Jackson County Youth Volunteer of the Year at a recent ceremony. According to Beth Shafer, Resource Development Director, Hadleigh's involvement with mentoring and her work with the Teen Pregnancy Prevention Intitiative were among the reasons she was honored. Other guests: Grand Bauman, Principal Planner, Region 2 Planning Commission; Clyde McKaney, Amy Gale and Anita Fobes, JSO Strings Ensemble; Alex Zemer and Nate Cheney, Wisconsin Cheese Castle; Wendy Clifton, A Frame Above; Artsy Fartsy Marketplace with Laura Schlecte.
Napoleon High School to host Brian Stuard Night
Members of the Napoleon Athletic Boosters will honor Napoleon High School graduate Brian Stuard during a ceremony prior to the NHS/Columbia Central High School boys’ varsity basketball game Dec. 16. Stuard is starting his fourth season on the PGA Tour after finishing 51st in the FedEx Cup standings in 2013-14. He earned more than $1.85 million during the recently-completed season. Brian Stuard Night will begin with an autograph session in a room overlooking the basketball court from 5:30 to approximately 6:45 p.m. Those in attendance of the basketball game may have items signed by Stuard during that 75-minute period in the upstairs balcony. A 10-minute ceremony will take place following the NHS/CCHS junior varsity basketball game. Stuard will meet with media members following the ceremony and enjoy the friendly rivalry between the two schools following interviews. One of his best friends in high school is D.J. Heselschwerdt, coach of the NHS boys’ varsity squad. For more information, call NHS at 536-8667. Courtesy of Jeff Steers
Corrections to Hire 1,000
Michigan Department of Corrections Director Dan Heyns discussed various issues of the MDOC on today's show, including the need to hire 1,000 corrections officers in the next few months. MDOC is partnering with Jackson College in offering a Corrections Officer Academy and the college is now enrolling students for the next semester. Other guests: Joel Shaner, Director, Jackson High Instrumental Music Department; Patty Snoblen, Meijer Branch Director, Jackson District Library; Jack Travioli, Cork N Cap; Keith Kusterer, Anna's Gifts & Home Decor; George Brown, Libby's Jazz Club.
Extreme Garage Makeover
George's Gorgeous Garages owner Mike George kicked of JTV's "Messiest Garage Contest" with a call for entries into this year's contest. One winner will recieve an extreme garage makeover courtesy of George's Gorgeous Garages. VIewers are encouraged to submit entries here. Other guests: State Representative Mike Shirkey; Singer-Guitarist Steve Berkemeier; a visit to Artsy Fartsy Marketplace and Ella Downtown; Movies reviews with Dave DeBaker; Ric Walton, The Walton Insurance Group.
DIal A Ride for New Year’s Eve
The Jackson Area Transportation Authority's Simon Foster and Jackson Police Deputy Chief John Holda are partnering with sponsors (JTV, M-Live, Rave Associates, Jackson County Substance Abuse Coalition) to present the New Year's Eve Shuttle. Partiers will be able to call and reserve a ride home on New Year's Eve from 11pm to 4am. Complete details and phone number will be available the week before on the JATA website. Other guests: Jeff Matzen, "Money Matters", Matzen Financial; Steve Shotwell, Miller's Shoes; Tim Bos, Jackson Antique Mall; Randy LeMaster, The Chase Sports Bar; Joe Wolfe, Jackson Kiwanis annual newspaper sale (December 12).
Consumers Energy United Way Campaign Sets Record
Carolyn Bloodworth, Secretary-Treasurer of Consumers Energy Foundation reported the company's 2014 Jackson County United Way campaign set a new record of more than $750,000 pledged by Consumers Energy employees and retirees. Matched by a corporate gift of $200,000, a total of $950,000 was raised through contributions and various fundraisers. Carolyn noted the company employees' volunteer contributions were numerous in 2014, aiding the United Way and many other charities and non-profits. Other guests: Mary Jo Kennedy, Criminal Justice Program Administrator, Jackson College; Paulo DeCola, Gold Crown Jewelers; Capital City Brass Band Tuba Quartet; a tour of Anna's Unique Gifts with Keith Kusterer; Sue Lovell, Cascades Humane Society Pet of the Week.
Jackson vs Battle Creek Central
Jackson 55 Battle Creek Central 53. Photos by JTV Sports. Click above photo to launch gallery.
JPS “Power of One” Honorees Announced
Jackson Public Schools Superintendent Jeff Beal announced this month's "Power of One" honorees, including Middle School at Parkside science teacher Dawn Wagner. Other guests: David Schultz, Assistant Conductor, Jackson Symphony Orchestra; Phil Wrzesinski, "Toys of the Month", The Toy House; Singer Kim Conant; Elaine Crosby, Jackson Area Catholic Schools; Lori Pelham, "Christmas in the City" Cabaret Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at the Ella Sharp Museum Community Room.