Month: July 2015 | Page 5

MCCU Announced $5,000 Childrenz Challenge Prize

July 23, 2015

Michigan Community Credit Union is honored to be a part of Childrenz Challenge for a second year. Childrenz Challenge is a muddy obstacle course designed for children ages 4-13 years of age. There will be two courses within the event; ages 4-8 will compete on a 1 ½ mile course, and ages 9-13 will compete on a 2 mile course. Michigan Community Credit Union is not only a proud sponsor of the event, but is also holding a contest at the completion of the muddy obstacle course with their High Five for $5,000 challenge. All the participants of the event are encouraged to visit Michigan Community Credit Union’s booth and give a muddy high five on their giant white board. The school with the most muddy high fives will be awarded $5,000 from the Credit Union. “We are so thrilled to be a part of an event that promotes a fun and active lifestyle for children. My son participated last year and loved it. He is really looking forward to doing it again this year,” said Tina Hamilton, CEO of Michigan Community Credit Union. “Michigan Community Credit Union is a big supporter of local schools, and we are excited to…

TBT: Sipping & Tipping July 2012

July 23, 2015

Thursday, July 23

July 23, 2015

George & Jacki Staudacher, St. Joseph/St. John Polish Festival July 25-26; State Representative for the 64th District, Earl Poleski; Audrey Dean, Director, Kids ‘N’ Stuff Children’s Museum, Albion; Shelly Kasprzycki, Executive Director, Jackson Habitat for Humanity; Catina Lowe & Kym Parker, American Cancer Society Relay for Life; Ed & Christine Peterson, Jackson County Democratic Women’s Caucus Event; Amanda Goldsmith & Kate Swartz, Arts & Cultural Alliance of Jackson County, Jammin in Jackson Events

July 23

July 23, 2015

Kris Hitchcock and Small Town Son on SoundWave

July 22, 2015

Nashville recording artist and Grass Lake native, Kris Hitchcock and his band Small Town Son, join the SoundWave crew at the Grass Lake Traffic Jam'in.

Cherry Creek Vineyard on Where We Live

July 22, 2015

This week Where We Live visits Cherry Creek Vineyard, Winery, Brewery, Organic Farm, and Café. Join us for a jaunt down US-12 to the Irish Hills and check out this unique venue for Arts and great flavor. Also, Senior Living with Paul Buchholz. Presented by Lloyd Ganton Retirement Centers.

Jackson Speedway 12 Hour Race

July 22, 2015

The Annual 12 Hour Go Kart Race at Jackson Speedway in Jackson, Michigan, will be held this Saturday, July 25, 2015. This prestigious karting event will begin with a 9:00 a.m. Drivers’ Meeting followed by the Opening Ceremonies and Race at 10:00 a.m., and ending at 10:00 p.m. to a spectacular fireworks show. John Lefere commented, “This is a great karting race and team building event for companies, charities, sports teams and go kart racers from around the state. The great part is, Jackson Speedway supplies everything necessary to compete in this unique race: your go kart, your pit crew, helmets and safety equipment, even your gas.” There is still time to enter at team – just call 517.787.6100. Jackson Speedway is a state-of-the-art track designed for safe, competitive racing serving Lower Michigan, Northern Indiana and Northern Ohio markets. The lighted ½ mile road course, 1/5 mile oval and 1/6 mile dirt oval are great for beginners and experienced drivers alike. In addition, the new off road lighted course is open all year. Jackson Speedway features fun and excitement for all ages: go kart, mini sprint and mini cup racing, corporate outings, team building activities, racing leagues, parties, charity events…

Leadership Program Accepting Applications

July 22, 2015

The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce will host the 33rd Annual Leadership Jackson program for 2015-2016 at the Baker College Welcome Center located at 2800 Springport Rd. starting September 2, 2015 through April 14, 2016. The Leadership Jackson program will meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 8-10 am. This year’s Leadership Jackson program sponsors include Consumers Energy, CP Federal Credit Union, Michigan Community Credit Union, Tony Lewis and many more. Why Should YOU Register for Leadership Jackson? To create personal goals which will allow you to reflect and assess leadership concepts and skills for your future development. To gain a heightened awareness concerning the Jackson community, its needs and issues. To develop an enhanced desire and ability to become a community steward. Why Should You Send Your Staff to Leadership Jackson? This program will allow you to provide challenging, growth-orientated and rewarding opportunities for your employees. Your employees are worth this investment! To get more out of your Leadership Jackson experience, participants must experience all of the following activities during class: Attend all class sessions, Attend one Jackson City Council meeting, Jackson County Commission meeting, Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting, Attend one Business After Hours or…

Cardio Drumming with Bart, Ric and Al

July 21, 2015

Art 634 Owners Purchase Zoerman-Clark, Acme Properties

July 21, 2015

The owners of Art 634 have purchased the long-vacant adjacent properties, the Zoerman-Clark building and the Acme Industries site near the corner of Ganson and Mechanic Streets in Jackson. The former Acme Industries and Zoerman-Clark Manufacturing property is a roughly three-acre piece of land owned for several years by The Enterprise Group Property Development LLC, an entity of The Enterprise Group of Jackson. The Acme Buildings were demolished in 2010, and the site holds potential for non-residential development. Its use dates back to the mid-1800s, with a history of creating farm implements, wagons, furniture, and heating and cooling products. The historic former Zoerman-Clark buiIding at 626 N. Mechanic Street, is the only building remaining on the site. The last tenant in the building, The Cascades Humane Society, vacated the building upon completion of their new facility on Carmen Drive in 2004. The site's proximity to Art 634 and Armory Arts Village has long held placemaking potential as the entry to the arts district, and has been so-designated through historic Planned Unit Development District (PUDD) zoning classification and master-planning efforts. With need for parking and a vision of future arts-related concepts, La Renaissance II, LLC, the owners of Art 634, recently acquired the…

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