Aerial Spraying Being Conducted in 14 Counties to Combat Mosquito-borne Disease
Due to the large geographic distribution and number of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) cases in humans and animals, coupled with warm weather projections, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and 12 local health departments have decided to conduct aerial spraying in high risk areas combat further spread of the deadly disease EEE. MDHHS and the DNR have confirmed one deer and one horse in Jackson County that tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis, or EEE. At the time of this publication, there were no human cases of EEE in Jackson County. Aerial spraying in affected areas will begin no sooner than 8:00 PM on Sunday, September 29 and will depend on weather conditions. No matter when spraying begins, all spraying will conclude by 4:30 AM. Approximate boundaries to be sprayed in Jackson County include areas in Concord and Grass Lake Townships. In Concord, Concord Hills Golf Course, the Calhoun County line, Folks Rd, and Behling Rd will serve as a rough estimate of where spraying will occur. In Grass Lake, approximate boundaries include I-94, the north edge of Wolf Lake, Hayball Rd, and Maute Rd. These boundaries are approximate due to drift. All large, open bodies of…
Events of September 27, 28, and 29, 2019
September 27 Grand River Farmers Market. Area farms and shops offering fresh and local produce, candles, soaps, baked goods, plants, flowers and much more! 9 am - 2 pm. We accept cash, credit, checks, double up food bucks, wic project fresh, senior project fresh, and bridge cards. See you at the market! Corner of Glick and Mechanic along the Grand River. Veritas Ribbon Cutting. The ribbon will be cut at 3:15 P.M. Attendees can enjoy refreshments and signature bread tastings. Veritas, 151 West Michigan Avenue, Downtown Jackson. Downtown Jackson Cruise In. Join us for our family oriented event featuring classic cars on display throughout the streets of Downtown Jackson. 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. There will be a variety of vendors at this event including food trucks.(Cruisers: Please do not begin parking downtown until 5pm). Live entertainment during the Cruise In at CP Federal City Square, Horace Blackman Park featuring The Black Lillies. Live Music at Jackson Coffee Company. Popular local and regional acts take the 2nd floor stage every Friday evening. 7 PM to 10 PM. Free. Jackson Coffee Company, Mechanic and Cortland, Downtown Jackson. Late Night Music at Sandhill Crane Vineyards. 6 PM to 10 PM. Join us every…