Gov. Whitmer Awards Funding to Hire School Resource Officers in Jackson County
(January 17, 2023 11:54 AM) Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that 195 school districts, intermediate school districts, and public-school academies will receive nearly $25 million to support the hiring of 195 school resource officers (SROs) for the next three years. The program will improve safety and security for more than 334,000 students in our state. In Jackson County, three public school districts and a public charter school will receive grants: Columbia School District $167,205, East Jackson Community Schools $147,622, Michigan Center School District $147,631, Springport Public Schools $147,017, and The da Vinci Institute $97,890. “Every parent wants their kids to be safe at school,” said Governor Whitmer. “These grants will help us hire almost 200 more School Resource Officers so we can make sure our children, teacher, and staff are safe at school. Let’s keep working together to make record investments in our students and improve their classroom experience, build up school infrastructure, hire excellent educators, and invest in their comprehensive well-being, from mental health to safety.” A panel consisting of representatives from education and policing awarded the grants, giving priority to schools and school districts without a school resource officer currently in place, as well as schools…
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
All new Tuesday JTV News presents The Morning Show. Today, Andy and Bart’s guests: Justin and Roberta Dalenberg, Restaurant Entrepreneurs. Courtney Ivan and Rick Smith, Jackson College Sportsman’s Banquet. Meet the JTV Staff with Austyn Curtis. 9 AM and 11 AM. All new Tuesday on The Bart Hawley Show: Chelsea Eisele, Executive Director, Vista Grande Villa; Jon Hart, disAbility Connections; Kelly Jo Gilmore, Tecumseh Center for the Arts; Meet the JTV Staff with David Barker; Big Brothers Big Sisters Match of the Month with Ron Page and Jeremiah. 1, 5, 8, and 11 PM; 2 and 5 AM. Food Circus: JTV web designer and account manager David Barker cooks a complex meal made easy. The menu includes smoked salmon, collard greens and au gratin potatoes. Where We Live: We head back to 2016 with a look at Tim Horsch and his Barndominium. Check out his shop, office, and room of unique and interesting items. The Loyal Handyman on Where We Live, presented by Lloyd Ganton Retirement Centers. The Jackson Show: From 2018, the Jackson Symphony Orchestra presents “Jazzed” performed at the Potter Center. At Home Jackson: May Construction – Energy efficiency and home beatification come together when you consider updating your home’s siding, windows or doors.…
Extreme Dodge Jackson County Scoreboard January 16, 2023
Boys basketball Napoleon 63, Concord 45: The Pirates blew open a four-point game at halftime for a non-conference win over Concord. Holden Van Poppel scored 21 points, Trent Jester added 14 points, and DeVonta Habern finished with 13 points, five rebounds, and five assists for Napoleon. Jackson 75, Lansing Everett 37: The Viking improved to 8-2 with the home win. Savonn Campbell scored 16 points, Gibson Drummond tallied 12 points, and Tyler Selby and Terrell White added 11 points apiece for the Vikings. Girls basketball Jackson Christian 41, Factoryville 24: The Royals improved to 8-4 with the road win. Maggie Hollowood scored 21 points and Kayley McCollum added 11 points for the Royals. Boys bowling Columbia Central 27, Onsted 3: David Bielby rolled games of 196 and 178 to lead CCHS. Robbie Six bowled a 400 series for Onsted. Girls bowling Columbia Central 27, Onsted 3: The Golden Eagles won a home match at Ten Pin Alley near Tecumseh. Alexis Henry bowled games of 172 and 150 and Amber Johnson finished with 152 and 156 for CCHS. Sydney Nichols finished with a 419 series for the Wildcats. On Deck for Jan. 17, 2023 Boys basketball East Jackson at Hillsdale 7…