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Monthly Archives: September 2024

Consumers Energy Expanding Community Solar Program with 30-Acre Solar Project in Blackman Township

A Solar Gardens project at Grand Valley State University.  Photo courtesy Consumers Energy. (September 19, 2024 10:07 AM ET) Consumers Energy announced today its plans to break ground next spring on Blackman Solar, a new 30-acre community solar array in Blackman Charter Township.  The solar facility will provide local clean energy to customers through its Solar Gardens program and will be located north of County Farm Road and east of Blackman Road. Consumers Energy this week received approval from Blackman Township for the community solar project, which is slated to start generating electricity by the end of 2025. “Blackman Solar is a great example of a partnership with a community to develop a project that delivers reliable, clean energy as well as local tax and economic benefits,” said David Hicks. Consumers Energy’s vice president of renewable energy development. “We’re grateful for the reception we’ve received from Blackman Township leaders and are excited to continue developing solar projects like this on our path to a carbon-neutral electric grid.” Blackman Solar will generate power for Consumers Energy’s Solar Gardens community solar program, in which customers choose to support new solar projects without having to own solar arrays. The new community solar facility…

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JTV Sports Jackson County Scoreboard September 18, 2024

Volleyball Pittsford 3, Jackson Christian 2: The Royals lost 15-10 in a decisive fifth set at home Wednesday. Ella Boll finished with nine kills and Johannah Loew tallied 20 assists and six aces for JCHS. Western 3, Hastings 0: The Panthers made the long trip to Hastings and earned a quick win, 25-10, 25-11, and 25-21. WHS was 98.6 percent at the serving line. Bayli Stewart earned eight kills, Sophia Heydenburg tallied 13 points at the service line with four aces, and Becca Brushaber finished with 21 assists. Coldwater 3, Northwest 1: The Mounties earned a win in game three but dropped the next set. NWHS was led by Brinley Speer and Morgan Osterberg with 10 digs apiece, Addison Moore tallied 17 digs, Morgan Brooks scored eight kills, Lucy Bivens finished with seven kills, and Brooke Grant added 18 assists. Boys Soccer Columbia Central 9, Leslie 1: The Golden Eagles easily defeated Leslie for the second time this season. Auden Kennedy scored twice for CCHS in the victory. Grass Lake 3, Manchester 0: The Warriors continued solid play with a home Cascades Conference victory over Manchester. Jackson 4, Chelsea 1: The Vikings scored a rare win over Chelsea on the road…

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Thursday, September 19, 2024

All new Thursday, JTV presents The Morning Show.  Today, Andy and Bart’s guests: Brian Rich, Sr. VP & Chief Customer Officer, Consumers Energy;  Debbie Kelly, Vice President, The Enterprise Group of Jackson;  Colleen Monahan, JSO Music on Tap.  9 AM and 11 AM. All new Thursday on The Bart Hawley Show:   Christy May Davis, Candidate for City Council, Ward 5;  Becky Ethridge & Jeff Drushal, Parkside Eagle Sculpture Restoration;  Dave DeBaker, Entertainment Correspondent;  Beth Kuiper, Executive Director, Jackson Downtown Development Authority;  Steve Tucker, The Michigan Theatre of Jackson.  Today at 1, 5, 8 and 11 PM.    Food Circus. Aggies Sports Bar is a Napoleon tradition transformed into so much more. Adrien Sharp visits this fabulous restaurant and gets to try their famous meatlover’s deep dish pizza, pulled pork nachos and a double bacon cheeseburger. True Story.  We look back at the history of the coney dog in Jackson from the perspective of those who lived it. Interviews include Tommy Boadgieff from Tommy’s Hot Dogs, Eli Potter from Virginia Coney Island and Richard Todoroff from Todoroff’s Coney Island. The Jackson Show.  Highlights from the 3rd annual high school choral invitational. Performed at Sheffer Music Hall inside the Jackson College Potter Center. At Home…

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Events of Thursday, September 19, 2024

Ella Patio Party.  4 PM to 7 PM.  Step into a world of summer magic with the Ella Sharp Museum’s Summer Patio Party Series, where we’re excited to host evenings filled with food, drinks, live entertainment, and fun! As we celebrate our roots dating back to 1965, we’re honored to share the rich history of our community. But this event isn’t just about the past — it’s about savoring the present moment. It’s an experience designed to create memories with loved ones and community members. Join us for a special evening where members will receive a free drink ticket and appetizers, while non-members can still enjoy the appetizers and visit the cash bar for their favorite beverages. Live music by the JSO Quartette. Admission is $10 for museum members and $15 for non-members, ensuring everyone can join in the fun. Come join us and make this summer one to remember! Ella Sharp Museum.  Tickets available at ellasharp.org Michigan Theatre Thursday Movie Night:  “Fight Club”. 7 PM.  ADMISSION IS FREE TO ALL MOVIES ($65 VALUE) Every THURSDAY for 13 weeks the public will be treated to some of the finest films ever made. The doors to the auditorium will open at…

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