Guest Host Rik Hilborn takes us on a tour of The Ella Sharp Art, Beer and Wine Festival. An eagerly anticipated event which features the best of local Michigan art, wine, breweries and live entertainment.
We tour Paragon Metals, Inc. at both locations in Quincy and Hillsdale. Paragon Metals, Inc. focus is on precision machining.
A partnership between the city of Jackson and the University of Michigan School of Information aims to develop information tools such as mobile apps and social media sites designed to help citizens interact with their local government in new ways. City Manager Patrick Burtch explained the three year project, Citizen Interaction Design, takes lessons learned in the business sector—namely that social media and technology can help people communicate and work together effectively—and applies them to local civic life. Other guests: Jackson County Undersheriff Chris Kuhl; Carrie Stadelman, Freeland Photography; Kim Conant, Director of Development for the Salvation Army; Pet of the Week with Kathy Brafford. Our visit to St. Joseph continues with the St. Joseph River Yacht Club's 100th anniversary.
The Jackson Community College Board of Trustees voted unanimously at last night's meeting to change the name of Jackson Community College to Jackson College. Today, President Dr. Dan Phelan explained some of reasons for the board's decision. They include the college's ability to offer four year degrees and becoming more attractive to international students. Other guests today: Jeff Noel, Vice President of Whirlpool Corporation as we continue our road trip to St. Joseph, MI; Vacuum Cleaner Hospital's Rex Hall; Freedom Fest Jackson 2013 with Ed Peterson, Christine Peterson, Farris Coppage and Leonard Saxton. Among the events on the festival schedule: Juneteenth Celebration, Saturday at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre at 6:30 pm. The complete schedule online here.
Nathan Martin, a senior track and field standout from Spring Arbor University has been selected as the 2012-2013 Crossroads League Achievement Award winner. The League Achievement Award is selected by any Crossroads League constituent that exemplifies excellence, courage, and special achievement during the year. This award is given at the discretion of the Crossroads League Commissioner. Martin, a Three Rivers, Michigan native, lost his mom to cancer after a tough battle back in the fall. Dante Ottolini, Spring Arbor's Men's Outdoor Track and Field Coach said, "Nathan has overcome a lot this year in particular with the loss of his mom to cancer. He has worked hard for five years and I am so happy for him." Martin led his team to the 2013 Men's Outdoor Track and Field National Tournament. Martin won the 10,000 Meter Run and the Marathon at the NAIA National Meet and was named the Men's Outstanding Performer. Martin, competing in his first ever Marathon, broke the 28 year-old NAIA record by posting a time of 2:19:18.70 which was the 15th fastest time posted this year in the United States. Martin commented, "I'm shocked, actually. I knew I had a chance to win and to become…
Center Stage Jackson presents "Hairspray the Musical" this weekend and next at the Baughman Theatre at Jackson Community College. Today, Sam Hickson (in character as "Edna") along with choreographer Mahalia Greenway promoted the show. Performances are June 14-16 and June 21-23, Friday and Saturday shows at 8 pm, Sundays at 3 pm. Tickets available online at centerstagejackson.org. Other guests: Jackson Public Schools Food Services Director Brant Russell; Michael Bannasch on his Highpointing experiences; Kelly Burroughs, National Scoliosis Month; Andrew Sargeant, Jackson Recreation Department. We continue our visit to St. Joseph, MI and Harbor Shores Golf Course and Community.
The Concord girls softball team will face Grosse Pointe Woods University Liggett Tuesday at Adrian College at 5 p.m. The winner will face the Ubly/Portland St. Patrick winner on June 14th at 1:30 p.m. at Bailey Park in Battle Creek in a state semifinal. The Concord boys baseball team is making its second straight trip to the quarterfinals. The boys will also play Grosse Pointe Woods University Liggett at Adrian College at 5 p.m. According to Concord Athletic Director Matt Lehman, fans only need one ticket for both games and there is a hill between the fields to watch both games.
This week on SoundWave, host Victor McDermott welcomes Stella!, an all-female roots Americana quartet hailing from Southeast Michigan. And Hakim Crampton provides an inspirational spoken word performance on Art Beat.
The Bart Hawley Show begins a week of shows featuring St. Joseph, Michigan today. Julia Gourley, Executive Director of The Krasl Art Center offers a tour of the grounds and gallery located on the bluff overlooking Lake Michigan. In-studio guests include: 64th District State Representative Earl Poleski; Lee Hampton with JCC's Juneteenth Celebration, June 15th at 6:30 pm at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre; The Green Market at Allegiance Health's Travis Fojtasek; Movie reviews with Dave DeBaker and weekend plans with Ric Walton.
The owner of Grand River Marketplace, John Burtka, along with manager Jennifer Kennedy update viewers on the plans for opening the new brewery, winery and deli in downtown Jackson. While a date has not been announced, the grand opening is still targeted for late June. The Grand River Marketplace will include a craft brewery, winery, lunch deli and restaurant. Entertainment will be featured both inside and outside during evening hours. Watch Facebook for further updates. Other guests: Monica Moser, President and CEO of the Jackson Community Foundation; Melissa Peters from the Jackson District Library, with the Summer Reading Kick-off Saturday, June 15 at the Carnegie branch; Assistant Athletic Director Ryan Frost from Spring Arbor University's summer sports camps; American 1 Credit Union's "Kids Fest" with Jessica Lutz.