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Jackson College Hires Travis Wobrock as Volleyball Coach

Jackson College has announced the hiring of Travis Wobrock as coach of the Jackson College Jets volleyball program. Wobrock comes from Onsted where he served as the head coach for junior varsity and was the varsity assistant coach. Prior to that, he spent one year as varsity coach at Addison High School. Wobrock has coached club volleyball at Tru Sports Volleyball Academy, Premier Academy and Glass City Volleyball.  “This is a program that has great potential and I can’t wait to build a program here. Having the opportunity to invest in a program so close to home is an honor to me,” Wobrock said.  A former defensive specialist and libero from Adrian College, he will specialize with his backcourt. Wobrock was a part of the Adrian College men’s volleyball program for three years. During his time at Adrian, he helped guide the Bulldogs to an eighth, ninth, and 13th place finish in the NCVF National Tournament. He was also named the team MVP after the 2014 season.  Wobrock graduated from Adrian College where he earned his bachelor’s degree in physical education and health education. He is currently earning his master’s degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration at the University of…

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Resources and Tips for Coping with Heat Wave

With temperatures climbing over 90 degrees this week, the Jackson community is preparing to help those who need a relief from the sweltering heat. The City of Jackson’s two community centers and several other local organizations are functioning as cooling centers during the heat wave, and will be open to anyone who needs a place to cool down. A list of these air-conditioned spaces is listed below. The Jackson Area Transportation Authority (JATA) is also offering free bus rides to Jackson residents whose health is at risk during a heat emergency. All people have to do is request what’s called a “hot ticket” at the JATA Transfer Center or at the cooling centers listed below. Cooling Center Hours of Operation Phone Jackson Transit Authority- Transfer Center 127 W. Cortland St. Monday-Friday 6am – 6 pm, Sat. 10am- 6pm 517-783-6437 Martin Luther King Community Center 1107 Adrian St. Any day when temperatures are forecasted to feel over 90 degrees 9am- 9pm 517-788-4067 Lifeways Community Mental Health 1200 N. West Ave. Monday – Friday 8am – 7pm 517-789-1200 Jackson District Library- Carnegie Branch 244 W. Michigan Ave. Monday – Thursday 9am – 9pm, Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm 517-788-4087 Jackson County Department on…

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Monday, July 15, 2019

Monday on The Bart Hawley Show guests include:  Milton Barnes, Jackson High Basketball & Jeremy Patterson, City Recreation Basketball Camp;  Monica Moser & Lisa McDaniel, Jackson Community Foundation;  Sam Durocher, Tiki Sam's Wood Fire Pizza Food Truck & Max Durocher, US Pizza Team Trials;  JTV’s Coverage of the Center Stage Jackson/308 Brass Rail BBQ Cookoff;  Robyn Ladwig, Artist, Coastal Custom Art;  Clay McAndrews & Kaiti McDonough, Food Truck Tuesdays and LIVE Music.  Live at 1 PM, replays at 5, 8 and 11 PM; 2 and 5 AM Tuesday. .

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Events of Monday, July 15, 2019

Eat Smart Live Strong.  3 PM.  Join the Jackson District Library for a fun class on how to improve your health and wellbeing! Topics include increasing fruit and vegetables in tasty ways, and engaging in safe physical activity.  Participate in discussions on topics such as how to budget your food dollars and taste new foods and take home lots of healthy recipes and giveaways! Classes will take place at the Hanover Horton Historical Society Heritage Park. This class is geared towards adults 50+ but everyone is welcome.  Please call 517-905-1399 to save your spot. Livability at Eastern Branch.  The Jackson District Library Eastern Branch will be hosting programs on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month for all ages and abilities. The library will provide the supplies for different crafts, activities, and games.   This program is intended for special needs adults and their caregivers but all are welcome.  11 AM, Eastern Branch, Jackson District Library. Summer Hip Hop.  Hip Hop -July 15, 16, 17.  Ages 5-8 yrs  4:15-5:15pm.  Ages 9 & up 5:15-6:15pm.  $24 per session https://jacksonarts.org/summer/  Jackson School of the Arts, 634 N Mechanic Street, Jackson. Summer Garden Clay Creations.  Summer Garden Clay Creations.  Mondays: July 15, 22 &…

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