Cloudy with Showers and Thunderstorms Possible
Showers and a few thunderstorms will continue today as a cold front slowly settles south through Lower Michigan. It will be cooler and less humid for the rest of the week. Today A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. North northeast wind 5 to 9 mph becoming east in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Tonight A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. East wind 3 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Wednesday A chance of showers before 9am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 9am and 3pm, then a slight chance of showers after 3pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. East wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Wednesday Night A 20 percent chance of showers before 9pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 57. Northeast wind 3 to 6 mph. Thursday Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. Northeast wind 6 to 9 mph. Thursday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 56. Friday A slight chance of showers between 9am and 3pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3pm…
Tuesday, June 19, 2018
John Ruddell, Asst. Supt. of Facilities & Finance, Jackson Public Schools & William Patterson, Asst. Supt. of Secondary Curriculum; Tim Hampton & Josh Hampton, Hampton Funeral Homes; Stephanie Hall, Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan, Outdoor Adventure Camp Specialist; Chad Kennedy, Bear Kennedy & Robby Lefere, Lumen Christi Bass Fishing Team headed to Nationals; Jeff Knapp & Tim Creery, Hot Air Jubilee; Jason Stoddard & Willis Dennis, Marshall Motors Cruise-In
Events of Tuesday, June 19, 2018
The Kiwanis Kids Series continues with "Cats and Dogs”. Doors open a half hour before show time. Screening times are 11 A.M. and 2 P.M. Admission is 1 Dollar. (Please Note : There will not be an 11 A.M. Screening on the 21st.) Michigan Theatre of Jackson. The Digital Bookmobile National Tour is making a stop at the Carnegie Branch, Jackson District Library today from 11 AM to 5 PM. Visitors are invited to an interactive experience to learn about and try eBooks and audiobooks available from JDL. Events are free for library lovers of all ages. The Grand River Farmers Market is open today from 9 am until 2 pm at the corner of Louis Glick & Mechanic Street in Downtown Jackson. The market features Michigan-grown produce; including fresh vegetables, fruits, organic goods, vegan cookies, muffins, granola, honey, jams, breads, pastas, jewelry, dog treats, salsas, fruit pies, sweet corn, tomatoes, hanging flower baskets, blueberries, maple syrup, chard, broccoli, peas, mums, and much more! The Nixon Water Park opens for the season this week. Sessions are 11 AM to 2 PM, 2:15 PM to 5:15 PM and 5:30 PM to 7 PM. $4 per person. Evening session is $2. Ten swim passes…
JATA Offers Free Transportation to Cooling Centers During Heat Emergency
The Jackson Area Transportation Authority is providing FREE city bus tickets to Jackson residents whose health would be at risk during a heat emergency (90° or higher). The tickets are supplied to local agencies/organizations to distribute to people that may not have a cool place to stay when the weather becomes a health risk. Following are the participating agencies and organizations: Department on Aging 1715 Lansing Avenue Monday-Friday 8am - 5 pm King Recreation Center 1107 Adrian St. Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm Carnegie Library 244 W. Michigan Avenue Monday - Thursday 9am - 9pm Friday 9am - 6pm Saturday 10am - 5pm JATA Transfer Center 127 W. Cortland St. Monday-Friday 6am to 6pm Saturday 10am - 6pm Lifeways Access Center 1200 N. West Avenue Monday- Friday 8am - 7pm