Retiring Jackson Police Officer Shane LaPorte has filed to run for Jackson County Commission, 8th district, which represents half of the city of Jackson. LaPorte plans to work on improved cooperation between the city and county, economic development and community image if elected. Other guests: Joshua DeLara, The Craft Agency; American 1 Teen Idol contestant Taylor Flood; Jackson County Parks Director Scott Robbins with Catina Lowe, American Cancer Society Relay for Life and volunteer Sue Stevens; Diane Cerquiera, Friends of the Animals.