Erik Baum tabbed to lead Spring Arbor Women’s Golf program
SPRING ARBOR, Mich. – Spring Arbor University Director of Golf Programs Jacob Leyrer announced Thursday the hiring of Erik Baum as the new head coach of the SAU women’s golf program. “Erik will be a great asset for this program and I’m looking forward to working with him,” said Leyrer. “He brings an excitement to his coaching approach and is looking to help build this program to national championship contenders!” A Jackson native, Baum has been in education for the last nine years, working as a special education teacher in Jackson County. He has also been involved with athletics and coaching for more than a decade, including serving as the assistant varsity golf coach at Western High School for the last four seasons. Baum has dedicated much of his time to crafting his golf expertise over the last seven years, providing group and personal lessons, as well as working with various youth and adult entities to further grow the game. “I am genuinely thrilled to continue my coaching career with the women’s golf team here at Spring Arbor University,” said Baum. “I would like to sincerely thank Spring Arbor University, the athletic department staff, and Coach…
Thursday, August 4
Patrick Burtch, Jackson City Manager; Larry Martin, World War II Veterans Stories, ‘In their Own Words’ Series; Bart Visits the Grand River Farmers Market; Rick Smith & Heather Bateman, Jackson College Jets Golf outing; General Materials’ BuilderWalk
Wednesday, August 3
Julie Alexander, Candidate for State Representative, Michigan’s 64th District, Primary Election Winner; Beth Hale, Jackson College, Student Success Navigator; Myeshia Jones, Miss Jackson County RoseQueen, with Julia Duffrin, Miss Jackson County Teen USA; Linda Cossel, Cindy Abbey & Monica Hommerding, ACS Relay for Life; Kiernan Gamel & Douy Beiswenger, Catholic Charities Golf Outing; Amy Thomson, McDonalds
Call for Mural Artists
As part of the 2016 "Activate Jackson: Lighter, Quicker, Cheaper" program, the Jackson Area Association of REALTORS is seeking applications from artists to complete a mural along the Grand River under the Farmer’s Market. This is a large space that will require the artist to use unique techniques to overcome the inconvenience of the location. Artist will be paid $1,000 plus reimbursement for a portion of expenses. Artist applications are due by September 4, 2016 at 11:59p. Applications may be sent to: events@thinkjacksonmi.com The notification of top mural choices will be announced in September and chosen murals will be submitted to the Jackson Public Arts Commission for approval on September 20, 2016. Mural must be completed by October 31, 2016. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Press Event on November 4, 2016. Questions? Contact 517-782-7011 or email events@thinkjacksonmi.com Application: (email events@thinkjacksonmi.com to receive a PDF version of the application) Artist Name: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip: Phone Number: Email: Website: How did you hear about this project? __Attach up to 6 photos of work you have done within the last year. __Attach a sketch of your proposed mural. Murals must be appropriate for public consumption. Mural Proposal (please complete all of the following) Artist…
Tuesday, August 2
Don't forget to vote today! It's Primary Election Day. Bart's guests include: Joe Parker, President, Automated Logistics Systems (ALS), with Nick Schaefer, Operations Manager; Matt Eckler, ALS Operations Director, with Paul McDonald, VP Business Development; Andrea Simon & Brittany Church, Kelly Express Marts; Liz Hoffius & Bridget Simone, Michigan Community Credit Union; Ben Dandrow, Interim Director, Dahlem