Jammin’ In Jackson Series Returns Friday
UPDATE: DUE TO POWER ISSUES AT HORACE BLACKMAN PARK, THE JAMMIN' IN JACKSON CONCERT SCHEDULED FOR JUNE 26TH HAS BEEN MOVED TO BUCKY HARRIS PARK, CORNER OF MICHIGAN AND JACKSON. The Jammin' in Jackson summer concert series returns on a new night and a new location for 2015. The first concert will be Friday, June 26 at the new Horace Blackman Park in downtown Jackson from 5 to 7pm. The series has been moved to Friday nights as a more appropriate day for downtown workers and residents to end the work week. Featured this Friday is Harper & the Midwest Kind. A multi award winning Australian Singer/songwriter, Peter D. Harper creates a heady mix of original world, blues & roots music, featuring soulful vocals, wailing harmonica and the haunting drone of the didgeridoo! Harper is backed by his incredible Michigan based band "Midwest Kind". Other concerts in the series are July 3, Lisa B & the Backbeats; July 17, Act III; July 24, Kevin Nichols and Blue Tuesday. The concerts are free and sponsored by the Arts & Cultural Alliance of Jackson, CP Federal Credit Union and the Jackson Downtown Development Authority.
Spring Arbor Women’s Soccer incoming freshman named to Michigan Dream Team
SPRING ARBOR, Mich. – Incoming Spring Arbor University freshman Bethany Balcer headlines a group of women's soccer honorees in head coach Jason Crist's recruiting class for 2015. Balcer and Hudsonville Unity Christian teammates, and fellow incoming Lady Cougars, Casandra Besteman and Lauren Orr are fresh off a successful defense of their 2014 MHSAA division three state championship, outlasting Detroit Country Day 2-1 in the 2015 title game. The championship was the third for the three SAU recruits and Unity's ninth in the last 11 years. Besteman was named Second Team All-State for the Crusaders as a defensive midfielder while Balcer racked up a plethora of recognitions, including First Team All-State plaudits. The 5-foot-9 attacker was also named the Grand Rapids Press Player of the Year and earned a spot on the state of Michigan's Dream Team, an honor reserved for the top eleven soccer players in the state regardless of the division of their high school. Traditionally, the Dream Team is made up primarily of players from large division one high schools. Balcer notched 40 goals and passed out 16 assists in her senior season. Cougar recruits were evident all over the All-State lists. Incoming defender Katie Carroll was…
Storm Clean-up: BBB Tips on Picking a Contractor
June 22, 2015– Hiring a contractor is never easy. And it’s even more nerve-wracking when you’re trying to clean up after a storm. Whether you are cleaning up from high winds, downed trees or even a tornado, you need to take certain precautions when it comes to hiring a contractor. When you find yourself in need of an improvement or repair, Better Business Bureau (BBB) Serving Detroit and Eastern Michigan recommends these tips you should consider before hiring a contractor or signing any contracts: • Stay calm. Although you may be anxious, especially after a storm, don’t be pressured into making an immediate decision. • Contact your insurance company first. By contacting your insurance company first, you are able to determine what the insurance company will cover, who they recommend to do the repairs and what they need from you and/or your contractor to pay the claim. Without that knowledge in hand, you may end up paying for the entire repair. • Shop around. Get at least 3 estimates based on the same specifications and materials. • Verify credentials and reputation. Verify that any contractor you are considering is licensed, insured and, if required in your area, that they are registered to do the…
Tuesday, June 23
Jeff Beal, Supt., Jackson Public Schools, Julie Baker, Principal, Jackson Montessori Center, Maria Sicilliano Mueller, Administrator & President, The Felician Sisters Child Care Centers Inc. & St. Joseph Home for Children; Amy Reimann, Executive Director, Ella Sharp Museum of Art & History; Gary Jones, Waterloo Recreation Area, with Jim O’Brien, Hayes State Park; Jason Walkowicz, Neutronis Computer Support; George Webster, P&T Fitness, Mick’s Ride, Memorial Fundraiser; Nathan Mack, Downtown Development Authority
Fresh Food Initiative Begins
The Fresh Food Initiative, a partnership on the Food Bank of South Central Michigan and community organizations begins this week. Fresh food will be available for distribution starting Monday, June 22 and continuing every Monday through August 31. Compassionate Ministries of Jackson Executive Director Terry Williams and David's Promise Director Rebekah Moilanen are hosting one of seven sites for the program. Compassionate Ministries is located at First Church of Nazarene, 3509 Clinton Road in Jackson and each Monday distribution begins at 9:30am at their site. Other locations (with varying times) include The Salvation Army (9:30am), Parma Elementary School (8:45am), First Evangelical Church of God in Christ (10:30am), Family Worship Center (4:30pm), Concord High School (8:30am) and Jeruel Baptist Church, Munith (5pm). Monthly distribution, on the 4th Monday of each month, year-round will occur at First United Methodist Church (5pm). The program is open and free to all in need and you are asked to bring your own box or bag to carry your food.
Sunday’s Rec Softball Scores
Co-ed Gold Division American Legion Post #29 18 Top Dawgs 5. Dan Shew went 4 for 4 with 4 RBIs (he would of had 2 doubles, but Alicia Rendall refused to hustle), Aarica Schmell went 2 for 3 to lead American Legion. Lexy Ray went 2 for 2 with a walk for Top Dawgs. The Family 11 Tripps Auto Shop 2. Jesse McNulty went 2 for 3 with a double and Donna Feurmer went 3 for 5 with a triple for The Family. Jeremy Horn went 2 for 3 with a double for Tripps Auto Shop. Co-ed Orange Division Shamrock Bar 15 Veach's Nappy Dugout 14. Shamrock scored 11 runs in the bottom of the 7th to come from behind to go to 5 & 0. Braue Booth went 4 for 4 with a double and Kim Stephens went 3 for 3 with a double to lead Shamrock Bar. Joe Merritt went 4 for 4 while hitting for the cycle and 7 RBIs for Veach's. The Chase Sports Bar 21 Duffy's-Simon 9. Josh Tisch went 4 for 4 with 2 doubles and 5 RBIs and Hannah Boyt went 3 for 3 with a double, while pitcher Tara Watts struck out…
Monday, June 22
State Representative for the 64th District, Earl Poleski; Terry Williams, Compassionate Ministries; Phil Wrzesinski, The Toy House; Linda Sisco, Village of Spring Meadows I and II; Brant Russell, JPS Summer Lunch Program; Matt Lehman, Concord Classic