City of Jackson Weekly Construction Update for June 17, 2022
(June 17, 2022 3:49 PM) The City of Jackson has released this weekly construction update for several projects: Greenwood Avenue: In the past week, concrete work was completed on the south leg of the intersection of Greenwood and First Street. Currently, the contractor is placing, grading and compacting the new gravel base at this location. Next week, two new layers of hot mix asphalt will be paved. Next week will see a major change in the traffic control through the work zone. Traffic control will be changed as the current attempt to keep Greenwood open to two way traffic is not working for motorists or for keeping the workers safe. Next week the traffic control will be modified so that Greenwood remains open for southbound traffic only. Temporary signing will direct northbound traffic along a Prospect to MLK to Morrell Street detour route. This will create a wider and safer work zone for the workers and will eliminate narrow lanes and confusion for motorists. Driveways within the work zone will remain accessible but only from the southbound direction. E. High Street Bridge Construction: For the past week, the contractor continued the placement of concrete to upgrade the exiting abutments and…
JCWGA Medal Play Tournament Final Day 6-17-21 | Photo Gallery
Golf JCWGA Medal Play Tournament Day 3 at Hills' Heart of the Lakes Golf Course, 6-17-2022. Photos by Jeff Steers, JTV Sports. [ngg src="galleries" ids="2010" display="pro_blog_gallery"]Golf JCWGA Medal Play Tournament Day 3 at Hills' Heart of the Lakes Golf Course, 6-17-2022. Photos by Jeff Steers, JTV Sports.
R. W. Mercer Tour at Lakeland Hills 6-17-22 | Photo Gallery
R.W. Mercer Jackson Junior Golf Tour event at Lakeland Golf Course, 6-17-2022. Photos by Jeff Steers, JTV Sports. [ngg src="galleries" ids="2009" display="pro_blog_gallery"]R.W. Mercer Jackson Junior Golf Tour event at Lakeland Golf Course, 6-17-2022. Photos by Jeff Steers, JTV Sports.
Friday, June 17, 2022
JTV News presents The Morning Show. Friday, Andy and Bart’s guests: Jeremy Patterson, newly named Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Curriculum, Jackson Public Schools. Pastor James Hines & son Joseph, Lily Missionary Baptist Church. Father's Day with Bart, Andy and Joe Hawley. 9 AM and 11 AM. (replay from June 16) Friday on The Bart Hawley Show: Debbie Kelly, Vice President, The Enterprise Group; Terry & Sue Mierzwa, Amanda Mierzwa Scholarship Awardees; Jode Piotrowski & Ernie Marr, Child Care Program, Jackson School of the Arts; Dave DeBaker, Entertainment Correspondent; Ric Walton, The Walton Insurance Group. 1, 5, 8, and 11 PM; 2 and 5 AM. (replay from June 16) Jackson Juneteenth Celebration. 10 AM. Racial Inequities, Social Justice and Criminal Justice Reform Panel Discussion. Live from the Michigan Theatre. JTV Channel 21. This week on JTV: Food Circus: All new episode! The scenic grounds, unique bridges and stunning venue create the perfect setting for any occasion at the Cascades Manor. General Manager Kirk Root and his team show us around and make a fabulous meal. Hosted by Adrien Sharp. Where We Live Where We Live heads south to Manitou Beach and visits the Devils Lake Yacht Club. Manager Stephen Gongola and Board Member Michael…
Events of June 17, 18, and 19, 2022
Friday, June 17 Jackson Juneteenth Community Celebration and Resource Fair. Today, Racial Inequities, Social Justice and Criminal Justice Reform Panel Discussion. Michigan Theatre, 124 N. Mechanic Street, Jackson. Doors open at 9:30 am. The program starts at 10 am. This event will be telecast live on JTV Channel 21. Jackson Juneteenth Event: “1619 - Welcome To America”. This play is written and directed by Lisa Williams, with music directed by Big Code Blu. “1619 - Welcome to America” travels through decades of time with song and dance. Watch as time passes with families whose ancestors were once enslaved that deal with the same issues over and over again. Michigan Theatre. Doors at 6 pm. The play starts at 7 pm. The community is welcome to attend and there is no admission charge. FootGolf Fundraiser. 6:30 PM. Sponsored by Queen’s Guild St. Jude Circle. Open to any adult, 21 and up. Nine holes of FootGOlf with cart, followed by food, refreshments, and prizes. Four-person team scramble. Individuals welcome. $30 per person. Sharp Park Golf Course. Players to provide their now #5 soccer ball and appropriate kicking shoes. Pizza, salad, and cookies! Sharp Park coolers & cash bar available. Registration at 6:00, shotgun…
Salvation Army Red Shield Benefit 6-16-22 | Photo Gallery
Salvation Army Red Shield Benefit, Commonwealth Commerce Center. 6-16-22. Photos by Sara Scaife, JTV. [ngg src="galleries" ids="2008" display="pro_blog_gallery"]Salvation Army Red Shield Benefit, Commonwealth Commerce Center. 6-16-22. Photos by Sara Scaife, JTV.
Jackson College Music on the Patio 6-16-22 | Photo Gallery
Jackson College Potter Center Back Porch Concert with Capital City Brass Band, 6-16-2022. Photos by Jeff Steers, JTV News. [ngg src="galleries" ids="2007" display="pro_blog_gallery"]Jackson College Potter Center Back Porch Concert with Capital City Brass Band, 6-16-2022. Photos by Jeff Steers, JTV News.