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Allegiance Health CEO Recognized as State Health Care Champion

June 29, 2015

For influencing health care across the state, the Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA) recently honored Allegiance Health President and CEO Georgia Fojtasek with the association’s highest achievement award—the 2015 Meritorious Service Award. Fojtasek has worked diligently to help shape policy on the national, state and regional levels that would improve access and quality of care for residents of Jackson and the surrounding counties, including the underserved. “Georgia has always understood that improving the health and well-being of the people of the Jackson region required her service locally, regionally and nationally,” said MHA Board of Trustees Chairman Tom DeFauw. “I am honored to receive the award on behalf of Allegiance Health,” said Fojtasek. “Our accomplishments are the direct result of decades of commitment by staff, physicians and governance members, including volunteer community trustees. Many of our achievements are also the result of partnerships formed between Allegiance and other community organizations that shared our vision for supporting residents of this region in becoming the healthiest in Michigan.” Fojtasek has led Allegiance Health since 1994 with a passion for elevating the quality and safety of care, as well as improving the health and well-being of the people of the Jackson area. She…

June 29, 2015

Kids ‘N’ Stuff is partnering with the Association of Children’s Museums and the Institute of Museum and Library Services to offer reduced admission for qualifying individuals as part of the Museums for All program. Through this program, Kids ‘N’ Stuff is able to offer $1.50 admission to those who present their EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer) card and a valid form of ID. Kids ‘N’ Stuff joins 27 other museums across the country to make sure everyone can experience the best museums have to offer, all for the lowest and most-affordable prices ever. To find other participating museums, visit: www.Museums4All.org. "We believe cost shouldn’t be a limiting factor for families wanting to come visit the museum,” states Kids ‘N’ Stuff Executive Director, Audrey Dean. “The hope is to allow access for everyone and truly make Kids ‘N’ Stuff a Museum for All.” Kids ‘N’ Stuff Children’s Museum offers an interactive experience for parents and children to play and learn together. Young visitors have so much fun they don’t even realize they are learning problem solving, life skills, math, and more! Every area within the museum offers a new learning experience. Kids ‘N’ Stuff Children’s Museum regular hours are Mondays 3-7 pm…

DDA Wishes Jonathan Greene Well Upon Exit

June 25, 2015

After over 6 years of service, the DDA and Executive Director Jonathan Greene are parting ways, though Greene is not actually leaving Jackson. In 2013, the City of Jackson approached the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) about sharing staff resources. Greene became the Economic Development Director for the City of Jackson while also maintaining Executive Director duties. In 2014, Greene was promoted to Assistant City Manager and continued his previous responsibilities as Economic Development Director and Executive Director of the DDA. Arrangements to share staff are not new to the DDA and City of Jackson. Several times since the DDA’s inception in 1979, the Executive Director of the DDA has also been a City of Jackson employee with other responsibilities. All parties were happy to once again work together and maximize resources. From Greene’s perspective, the opportunity to advance his career and still serve the DDA was an opportunity he could not resist. “I think it’s natural to want to advance and progress. In 2013, when the arrangement started, I felt it was a great opportunity to grow while still being part of downtown. The relationship between the DDA and the City of Jackson is great. We’ve really needed to be…

Coney Island Hot Dog History Featured on New JTV Series

June 25, 2015

Coney Island legends Tommy Boadgieff (left) and Richard Todoroff look over notes prior to taping a segment of “True Story” on location at Jackson’s Virginia Coney Island. JTV, the Jackson, Michigan television station announces the premiere of a new monthly series: “True Story” Friday, June 26 at 3:30, 7:30 and 10:30pm. “True Story” will explore the long-told stories of Jackson’s notorious personalities, urban legends and unique history in a new half hour series that will include first-person accounts, archival footage and historic photographs. The first episode in the new series explores the history of the Coney Island Hot Dog and confirms the long-held belief that the Coney Island was invented in Jackson in 1914. The program features interviews with Richard Todoroff and Tommy Boadgieff, relatives of the Coney inventor along with Eli Potter, proprieter of Virginia Coney Island. Jackson’s history as a railroad hub attracted many immigrants eager to begin a new life in a prosperous and bustling metropolis. The railroad traffic inspired several new residents to open restaurants to meet the needs of hungry travelers and rail workers. In the show, viewers will learn about the early days of the Coney, how it got its name and how its…

JHS Student Wins Congressional Art Competition

June 24, 2015

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-07) welcomed Zachary Binroth, the winner of the 2015 Congressional Art competition for the 7th District, to Washington, D.C. today. Zachary is a senior at Jackson High School and he received first place for his charcoal drawing entitled “Interference.” It features a woman who is spouting knowledge and a boy who struggles to remember everything he must learn. Zachary is the son of Michael Binroth and Alma Moncivais-Binroth, and his art teacher at Jackson High School is Linda Jacobs. He will attend the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in the fall. His winning artwork will be part of a yearlong display in the Cannon Tunnel to the U.S. Capitol along with other pieces from high school students around the country. “Every year I am impressed with all the dedicated and creative students that call Michigan’s 7th District home. Congratulations to Zachary for winning this year’s competition and I’m confident with his talent and work ethic he has a bright future ahead,” said Congressman Walberg. Second place was awarded to Matthew Hurst, a junior at Monroe High School, for his graphite drawing entitled, “Lending a Hand.” It is a series of many hands…

Fresh Food Initiative Begins

June 22, 2015

The Fresh Food Initiative, a partnership on the Food Bank of South Central Michigan and community organizations begins this week. Fresh food will be available for distribution starting Monday, June 22 and continuing every Monday through August 31. Compassionate Ministries of Jackson Executive Director Terry Williams and David's Promise Director Rebekah Moilanen are hosting one of seven sites for the program. Compassionate Ministries is located at First Church of Nazarene, 3509 Clinton Road in Jackson and each Monday distribution begins at 9:30am at their site. Other locations (with varying times) include The Salvation Army (9:30am), Parma Elementary School (8:45am), First Evangelical Church of God in Christ (10:30am), Family Worship Center (4:30pm), Concord High School (8:30am) and Jeruel Baptist Church, Munith (5pm). Monthly distribution, on the 4th Monday of each month, year-round will occur at First United Methodist Church (5pm). The program is open and free to all in need and you are asked to bring your own box or bag to carry your food.

Network TV Pilot Filming in Jackson

June 19, 2015

"Just Brett & Lilly" is the title of a new network television show being filmed in Jackson this month. The show chronicles the story of a single father raising his daughter and stars Brett Hayworth and Lilly Hayworth as the real life father-daughter team. Residents of Jackson, the Hayworths appeared on today's Bart Hawley Show to discuss the progress of the pilot's production. Several days of filming have already occurred at various locations in Jackson, with more shoots planned later this month. In addition to Brett and Lilly, actor and singer Robert Davi has filmed scenes in Jackson for the pilot. Several networks are interested in the series and Brett hopes to have a deal soon. Other guests: Paula Freehling, Jackson Area Career Center Counselor of the Year with Western High School counselor Becky Callender; Janet Meyer, Jackson KidzArt and Club Scientific; Jackson Speedway owner John Lefere with Mark Joseph, owner, Sparky's Fireworks Outlet, Entertainment news with Dave DeBaker; Ric Walton, Walton Insurance Group.

Community Events Featured on “Summer Spectacular”

June 18, 2015

Many of the major community events of the summer will be featured on the new summer series "Tripp's Auto Shop & Collision Center presents Summer Spectacular" weekends on JTV. Among the events planned for the series are The Jackson County Rose Parade, American 1 Teen Idol, Jackson Symphony Orchestra Summer Pops, Hot Air Jubilee and the Civil War Muster. Phil Tripp, president of Tripp's Auto Shop and Collision Center said he is excited to be bringing these great family summer events to the community. Over the years, Tripp's Auto Shop and Collision Center has generously sponsored many major events in the communities they serve. Watch for JTV all summer at these events, then tune in to JTV on the weekends for complete coverage. This weekend, The Jackson County Rose Parade will air at 1, 3, 7 and 9pm both Saturday and Sunday on the "Tripp's Auto Shop and Collision Center presents Summer Spectacular".

Mayoral Candidate John Wilson on Neighborhoods

June 17, 2015

John Wilson, candidate for Jackson mayor appeared on today's Bart Hawley Show to talk about his campaign and priorities. Wilson's number one campaign issue is the city's neighborhoods and the condition of streets in neighborhoods. If elected, Wilson would bring back leaf pickup to be performed by city crews. Other guests: Lumen Christi baseball players Josh Iocca and Joey Mehelich with coaches Phil Clifford and Jamie Sweeney; Financial Planner Doug Barber, Rehmann; Scott Vitale, Childrenz Challenge; Kim Conant, Salvation Army; Jackson College Assistant Professor Tom McMillen-Oakley; Pet of the Week with Sue Lovell, Cascades Humane Society.

Selby Track Classic to air this weekend on JTV

June 11, 2015

JTV will air the James R. Selby Track and Field Classic this Saturday and Sunday at 1pm, 3pm, 7pm and 9pm. Jackson High's Corey Pryor was named Male Outstanding Performer of the meet. He finished 1st in the 110 High Hurdles, 300 Hurdles and was a member of the winning 400 Relay. On the girls side, Kaniya Weatherspoon of Napoleon was named Female Outstanding Performer. She won the Long Jump, 400 and 200. To watch online at the above times click here Coverage of the Selby Track and Field Classic on JTV is brought to you by Tripp's Auto Shop and Collision Center.

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