Monthly Archives: September 2021

(September 28, 2021 7:27 PM) The Jackson County Health Department has been notified by the State laboratory that one bird from Jackson County has tested positive for the West Nile Virus (WNV).  To date, no human cases have been reported in Jackson County. Across the state, 28 positive human cases of WNV have been reported. This is Jackson County’s first positive for West Nile Virus from any source in 2021.  “This recent laboratory confirmation of West Nile Virus serves as an indicator that the virus is active in the birds and mosquitoes in Jackson County,” states Don Hayduk, Environmental Health Division Director.  “Since we have yet to have a hard frost and temperatures are still warm, mosquito activity is still occurring and the risk of contracting WNV still exists.” The Jackson County Health Department continues to encourage all residents to follow the recommendations listed below to reduce exposure risk to West Nile Virus and other Arboviruses spread by mosquitos: —   Apply insect repellent to exposed skin when you go outdoors.  The most effective repellents contain DEET (N.N-diethyl-m-toluamide). —   Use caution when applying repellent to children under 12 years of age.  Read and follow directions indicated on the product label. —  …

Golfers pose for team pictures at the Hit ‘Em Fore Hospice Golf Benefit.  Photo by Jeff Steers, JTV Sports. (September 28, 2021 11:39 AM) The 21st Annual Hit ‘Em Fore Hospice Golf Benefit at the Grande Golf Club on Monday, Sept. 13, exceeded previous fundraising records by raising more than $68,000. Of this total, $5,000 was brought in the day of the event itself through basket raffles, a 50/50 raffle, mulligan sales, and tumblers – which was another event record.  In its 21 year history, the Annual Hit ‘Em Fore Hospice Golf Benefit went off without a hitch, thanks to the unique partnership of American 1 Credit Union and TRUE Community Credit Union.  “The partnership between American 1 Credit Union and TRUE Community Credit Union was once again incredible to be part of,” said Martha Fuerstenau, President/CEO of American 1 Credit Union and Chair of the Henry Ford Allegiance Health Board of Directors. “I’m glad the event could be put on safely in-person after being held virtually in 2020. There’s something powerful about community members coming together, fighting for such an important cause like hospice care. Thank you to the community, volunteers, sponsors and staff members who made this event…