Jackson County Cumulative Report: 1,104 COVID-19 Positive Cases and 43 Deaths
(September 30, 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 1,104 positive cases (cumulative), and 43 deaths (cumulative)*. There are 6 new cases since yesterday’s report. Cumulative recovered, as of September 30, 2020: 799** The Michigan Department of Corrections is reporting as of 6:45 PM September 25, there are 1,677 confirmed positive cases at Jackson facilities and 168 confirmed positive staff cases. MDOC positive case numbers are cumulative. As of 7 AM September 24, there 4 persons at Henry Ford Allegiance Health being treated as inpatients for COVID-19. The Jackson County Township map and recovery data will be posted each Monday. *These numbers do not reflect any cases or deaths identified through Michigan Department of Corrections. Their numbers are listed under a separate category "Others" for the Michigan Statistics. **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 479 43.4% Female 625 56.6% The Age group is reported as a percentage of the total instead of the actual number. Age -…
No Downtown Jackson Christmas Parade This Year
(September 30, 2020 11:15 AM) Jackson Downtown Development Authority Executive Director Cory Mays announced this morning there will be no Downtown Jackson Christmas Parade this year. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the recent extension of the state of emergency order by Governor Whitmer, the Downtown Jackson Christmas Parade committee has made the tough but prudent decision to postpone the 30th annual Christmas Parade until Friday, November 19th, 2021. The Parade, a volunteer-led effort that is the official launch of the annual Holiday season, will return in 2021. Organizers promise the 2021 edition, the 30th, will be “bigger and better than ever before”. The committee, led for decades by Ed Hatfield, says safety is their number one priority. The Parade has grown in size and attendance in recent years with the revitalization of Downtown Jackson. The Parade features floats, clowns, costumed characters, marching bands and more. Tree lighting ceremonies at Horace Blackman Park and at One Energy Plaza follow the conclusion of the parade. Santa Claus rides his sleigh as the last float and visits with children at the Michigan Theatre where refreshments and a Christmas movie are presented. Community organizations are working to create safe celebrations for fall and…
Jackson County Parks Announces Drive Thru Trick or Treating Event with Drive In Movie
(September 30, 2020 10:18 AM) The Jackson County Parks Department is presenting a new, first-time Halloween event at Keeley Park this fall. Scheduled for Friday, October 16th at 5:30pm, Halloween town, is a safe and free, family-friendly Halloween event with Drive Thru Trunk or Treat starting at 5:30pm-7:30pm, Costume Parade at 7:30pm and a Drive in Movie at 8pm featuring Disney’s original Halloweentown. This event was made possible by support of the following sponsors: Lester Brothers, Emmons Service, Phelps Towing, Meridian Concerts, American 1 Credit Union, and G Force Automotive. Due to the restrictions in place because of COVID-19 this will be a drive thru event with the exception of the costume parade. Those participating in the costume parade will be spaced 6ft apart to maintain a safe distance. Anyone under the age of 15 is encouraged to sign up. Prizes will be given to the top 3 costumes. Jackson County Parks is seeking trunk participants. Applications for trunks can be found at JacksonCountyParks.org. Plaques will be awarded to the trunks that are decorated best. Each trunk is responsible for bringing their own candy. Denise Owens, Fair Manager and Park Events Coordinator, is excited for this new family friendly Halloween…
Events of Wednesday, September 30, 2020
Strong Swimmers Confident Kids. The Jackson YMCA has developed a swim lesson curriculum that makes it easier for children to become comfortable and safe in and around water. A wide variety of swim lessons begin this week for ages 6 months to 12 years. Due to capacity limits, one adult per child allowed in pool area. Register today at JacksonYMCA.org or call 517-782-0537. Salvation Army Food Pantry. The Salvation Army of Jackson County Food Pantry Hours: Regular Pantry Hours are 10 am-noon and 1-2 pm Monday through Thursday. Food Boxes are available every 30 days. In an emergency food may be provided from 2-4:30 pm -please call ahead - 517-782-7185. Jackson YMCA Outdoor Exercise Classes. Join the outdoor group exercise classes at the downtown Jackson YMCA. Free for members, $5 for most classes for non-members. Bring a mat, water bottle and towel. Complete schedule at jacksonymca.org. Cascades Golf Course Fall Rates. Enjoy the best time of year to play golf at the beautiful Cascades Golf Course. Monday thru Friday and Weekends after Noon: 9 holes $8 9 holes w/cart $16 18 holes $13 18 holes w/cart $24 Weekend Mornings: 9 holes …
Wednesday, September 30, 2020
JTV News presents The Morning Show. Wednesday, Andy and Bart’s guests: Stephanie Kristovic, Principal, Lumen Christi Catholic School. Debbie Kelly, VP of Operations, The Enterprise Group of Jackson. Live at 9 AM, replay at 11 AM. All new Wednesday on The Bart Hawley Show: Rep. Sarah Lightner, State Rep., 65th Distr. MI; Wendy Boersma, VP & Chief Nursing Officer, HFAH & Jessica Whitney, Director, Nursing Excellence & Magnet Program; Kesha Hamilton, Candidate for JPS School Board; @HomeJackson, Karen Scovie; Kelly Lubbe, Virtual Lions Club. Live at 1 PM; replays at 5, 8, and 11 PM; 2 and 5 AM Thursday.