Events of Monday, October 29, 2018

Blackman Township Informational Meeting on Road Improvement Bond.   Blackman Charter Township will be asking voters to approve an $18,985,000 Road Improvement Bond Proposal on their November 6 ballot. If approved, the township plans to revitalize all local roads. The total cost of is estimated to be approximately $28,000,000. The Jackson County Department of Transportation would fund 30% of the project, and Blackman would fund the remaining 70%. If approved, the Road Improvement Bond Proposal would authorize the township to issue bonds for $18,985,000, which is the 70% match required to make the project a reality.  The  meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. in the Northwest Early Elementary School Cafeteria, 3735 Lansing Avenue.

Red Cross Blood Drive.  12 p.m. – 5:45 p.m., Trinity Wesleyan Church, 620 Robinson Road, Jackson.  As influenza activity picks up, the American Red Cross is urging healthy donors of all blood types to give blood to ensure a strong blood supply for patients in need.

Holiday Silent Auction.  Stop by the Hanover Branch of the Jackson District Library for the Friends of the Library Holiday Silent Auction! This is a perfect opportunity to get your shopping done early and acquire some wonderful, creative gifts for everyone on your list.  The auction is during the Branch’s open hours:  Monday: 1 to 6pm.  For more information, please contact the Hanover Branch at (517) 905-1399.