GLIAC Postpones Fall Sports
(August 12, 2020 2:25 PM) Following a thorough evaluation of all COVID-19 risks and safety protocols, and numerous meetings involving various GLIAC governance groups, the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Council of Presidents and Chancellors voted unanimously on Tuesday, Aug. 11, to suspend all sports competition until Jan. 1, 2021. “Our council of presidents and GLIAC athletic directors weighed this decision from every angle, hoping to find a feasible option for student-athletes to compete this fall, but in the end, the potential risks to student-athletes, coaches, support staff and fans made fall competition impossible,” said Dr. Richard Pappas of Davenport University, who is the GLIAC Council of Presidents and Chancellors chair for 2020-21. “Plans to provide fall teams with competition opportunities during the spring semester are a priority for the league. We look forward to getting our student-athletes back on campus so they can resume training, and our members remain devoted to providing a quality student-athlete experience despite these challenging circumstances.” GLIAC student-athletes will have opportunities to practice and take part in athletic training programs in adherence to NCAA, institutional, local and state guidelines. “The decision to suspend all sports competition this fall was extremely difficult," GLIAC Commissioner Kris Dunbar…
Jackson County Cumulative Report: 702 COVID-19 Positive Cases and 33 Deaths
(August 12, 2020 12:00 PM) The Jackson County Health Department released the COVID-19 positive numbers for Jackson County. As of 12 PM today, there are 702 positive cases (cumulative), and 33 deaths (cumulative)*. There are 8 new cases since yesterday’s report. Cumulative recovered, as of August 8, 2020: 507** The Michigan Department of Corrections is reporting as of 1:30 PM Sunday, August 9, there are 1,465 confirmed positive cases at Jackson facilities and 158 confirmed positive staff cases. As of 9 AM August 12, there are 9 persons at Henry Ford Allegiance Health being treated as inpatients for COVID-19. *These numbers do not reflect any cases or deaths identified through Michigan Department of Corrections. Their numbers are listed under a separate category for MDOC cases here: Michigan Statistics. This FAQ from the Jackson County Health Department explains how the numbers are posted and what they mean. **Recovered is defined as the number of persons with a confirmed COVID-19 diagnosis who are alive 30 days post-onset (or referral date if onset is not available). Gender Number of Cases Percent Male 319 45.3% Female 383 54.6% The Age group is reported as a percentage of the total instead of the actual…
Jonathan Greene Appointed Jackson City Manager
(August 12, 2020 8:44 AM) Jackson Interim City Manager Jonathan Greene was appointed to the position City Manager by the Jackson City Council at their August 11 meeting. He had been serving as the Interim City Manager since the February resignation of longtime City Manager Patrick Burtch. Greene was most recently working as the Public Works Director and previously held positions as the Downtown Development Authority Director, Economic Development Director and Assistant City Manager. The new City Manager says he’s very grateful for this opportunity. “There are many challenges facing Jackson, I think my collaborative approach and community relationships can help us overcome anything we face,” Greene said. “I look forward to what is next and will work diligently with City staff to make a difference in our community and serve residents.” Greene resides in Jackson’s Fourth Ward with his wife and children. Greene’s City Manager appointment received a unanimous vote from the City Council. Mayor Derek Dobies says it was a big vote of confidence in his abilities. “Right after Jonathan started working as the Interim City Manager, COVID-19 hit, and our City faced a grave crisis. His leadership through these tough times has shown him to be a…
Events of Wednesday, August 12, 2020
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Virtual Auction. GSHOM is having their second virtual auction to support financial assistance for girls who need Scouting! Join us all this week to Give Back to Girls. Girl Scouting is a game-changer for girls. Support Girl Scouting so girls can receive these benefits for years to come. Will you join us for this fun opportunity to support girls? Auction ends on Sunday, August 16. Visit gshom.org. Northwest Schools Kindergarten Round-Up. Today from 8 AM to 1 PM and 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Thursday from 8 AM to 1 PM. Please visit nwschools.org/nwee on the steps to register your student for Kindergarten or Young Fives and schedule your round-up appointment. Family Fun Events hosted by Girls Scouts Heart of Michigan. Check out all of our family event offerings and sign-up for the one that’s right for you! Animal Dance Party, Flowers to Frame, Robot Building Party, Mystery of Tarjar Game. Visit gshom.org/events. Ella Sharp Museum Now Open. New Exhibits, New Programming, & More Virtual Events to come! Be the first to see Adapt Exhibit - Covid-19 experiences and the I Matter Photography Exhibit.Capacities are limited and "4 Steps to a Safe & Healthy Visit" has been…
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
JTV News presents The Morning Show. Andy and Bart’s guests: Dr. Matthew Badtke, Science Chair, Jackson College and Mark Bernstein, President & Managing Partner, The Sam Bernstein Law Firm and Regent, University of Michigan. Live at 9 AM and replay at 11 AM. Wednesday on The Bart Hawley Show guests include: Martha Fuerstenau, CEO, American 1 Credit Union; Jim Wajda, COO, Prospect Airport Services; Jim Graham, Superintendent., Napoleon Schools; Ben Dandrow, Knight of Columbus, Milk Distribution Initiative; Ed Jasinowski, Sweet Seasons Orchard. Live at 1 PM, replays at 5, 8, and 11 PM; 2 and 5 AM Thursday.