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Reading Month, Kindergarten Round-up at Townsend Elementary

Vandercook Lake Schools' Townsend Elementary is featuring Vandy the Jayhawk and other guests for reading month activities at the school.  Families interested in the kindergarten program  will have an opportunity for tours and a round-up in April.  Principal Aaron Bush and teacher Colleen Stapley will be hosting Michigan author Monica Harris next week.  Other guests:  Nat Parker, JSO guest conductor;  Doug Shumard, Good Shepherd Catholic Radio;  Ron Douglass, Jackson Community Concert Band;Kylie Thomson, The Hunt Club (Friday fundraiser for family battling cancer);  Sue Lovell, Pet of the Week, Cascades Humane Society.

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Derek Dobies Announces Re-election Campaign

Jackson city councilman and vice mayor Derek Dobies announced his intention to run for reelection as 6th ward council representative.  In a second term, he plans to continue work on road improvements, leaf pickup returning, installation of the Consumers Energy mural and progress on downtown development.  Other guests:  Scott Robbins, Jackson County Parks Director;  Athena McConnell and Linda Donihue, Michigan Theatre;  Northwest High School students Domanic Lykins, Olivia White and Jaison Balluff, "Beauty and the Beast";  Steve Trosin, JSO Affinity Series;  Big Brothers Big Sisters "Match of the Month" with Art Turner and Gabe.

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Jackson Auctioneer Named State President

Jackson auctioneer Tim Bos has been elected president of the Michigan Auctioneers Association.  Tim is a long time Jackson auctioneer and antique expert who is well known for donating his services at area charity auctions.  Tim will be the auctioneer at this week's Jackson High School Ambassador Dinner and Auction.  Other guests:  Bob Hoffman, Public Relations Director, Wharton Center;  Nicole Gilbert, Jackson District Library Napoleon Branch manager; Al LeCrone, National Kidney Foundation Beer and Wine Tasting Fundraiser (Uncorked, March 27, Grand River Brewery);  Russ Jennings, Ashley Rogers and Shaun Kelley, McThirsty's.

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Beer Fest Expands for Fifth Year

Denise Owens, Jackson County Fair Manager announced more vendors for the 5th Annual Southern Michigan Winter Beer Fest along with an increase of beer offerings to 209.  The Fest is Saturday, March 14.  Other guests:  Irish band "Five O'Clock in Dublin" performs;  Shelia Drewry, American Red Cross;  Carole Briggs, Jackson Parkinson Support Group;  Dana Ashlock, Jackson Noon BPW Club with Nike Award winner Rosalie Jonas, Rosalie's Sweet Treats.

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LifeWays Adjusts to Affordable Care Act Changes

LifeWays CEO Maribeth Leonard;  Janice Sweet Fairley, Sisters in Ministry;  Reading Month at Hanover-Horton Elementary School;  Liz Niles, American 1 Credit Union Women's Expo;  Dave DeBaker with movie reviews;  Ric Walton, The Walton Insurance Group.

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Friday, March 6

Today's Guests: Maribeth Caldwell, President/CEO, Lifeways; Bart Reads for March is Reading Month at Hanover Horton Elementary, 3rd Grade; Liz Niles, American 1 Credit Union Women’s Expo; Dave DeBaker, Movie Expert; Ric Walton, The Walton Insurance Group

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Western Schools Update

Western Schools Superintendent Mike Smajda;  In the Kitchen with Lisa Spampinato;  iCreate's John Voelz with winners Billy White, Alyssa Lindeman and Ena Humphries;  Barbara Baird-Pauli, Jackson High School principal;  Clint and Sue Denn, Kiwanis Travel Adventure Series.

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