Red Cross Blood Drives. You can help your community meet a vital need. The next American Red Cross Blood Drives in our community are:
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Free Methodist Church
120 E Main St
Spring Arbor, MI 49283
10:30 AM – 04:15 PM
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
First Presbyterian Church
743 West Michigan
Jackson, MI 49201
1:00 PM – 06:45 PM
Monday, April 13, 2020
Christ Lutheran Church
4250 Page Avenue
Michigan Center, MI 49254
12:00 PM – 05:45 PM
Thursday, April 16, 2020
Jackson American Legion
3200 Lansing Avenue
Jackson, MI 49201
12:00 PM – 05:45 PM
Thursday, April 16, 2020
First Church of the Nazarene
3905 Clinton Road
Jackson, MI 49201
12:00 PM – 05:45 PM
Monday, April 20, 2020
St. Joseph Social Center
717 N. Waterloo Street
Jackson, MI 49202
12:00 PM – 05:45 PM
Monday, April 20, 2020
Hanover Horton High School
10000 Moscow Road
Horton, MI 49246
09:00 AM – 02:45 PM
The American Red Cross faces a severe blood shortage due to the coronavirus outbreak prompting an unprecedented number of blood drive cancellations. This shortage is part of a national situation. Even the U.S. Surgeon General has noted the critical need. “You can still go out and give blood. We’re worried about potential blood shortages in the future. Social distancing does not have to mean social disengagement,” said U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams. Healthy individuals are needed to donate to help patients counting on lifesaving blood. Donating is a safe process with numerous precautions regularly in place. Please visit www.redcrossblood.org to learn more or to schedule an appointment.
Support Local Restaurants with Takeout. Many Jackson area restaurants are offering takeout, delivery and curbside delivery during the shutdown. Support your favorite restaurant by ordering takeout. JTV has a listing of restaurants offering takeout and/or delivery here. If you don’t see your favorite restaurant, check their Facebook page for menu and hours. Takeout and delivery are available 7 days a week.
Dahlem Environmental Education Center. All trails remain open from dawn to dusk daily including our dog friendly Butterfly trail off Wickwire Road. The one thing all health authorities agree on is the beneficial effects of getting out in nature during these stressful times. It is safe to go outdoors! Our beautiful wooded 300 acres and five miles of trails offer a wonderful antidote to being confined indoors. Please come out and enjoy the beauty of our trails.
Jackson County school districts are all providing free lunch and breakfast to those 18 and under during the school shutdown. A complete list can be found here.
Experience Jackson Announces a 2020 Giveaway for a Trip to Jackson, Michigan
Jackson, Mich. – Come experience why Jackson, Michigan is a wonderful midwestern destination for your next weekend getaway this spring or summer. Stock up on your outdoor gear at Knutson’s Sporting Goods before hitting the lakes and trails, explore the amenities of downtown Jackson and wrap all the fun into one whole weekend by staying a of couple nights at one of our hospitable hotels.
Experience Jackson strongly supports efforts to stay healthy and limit exposure to the Covid-19 virus, however we understand many people will crave a chance to get out and take vacations after it is safe. No matter where you live, we encourage you to enter our giveaway for a chance to win an exciting adventure to Jackson, MI to use anytime you choose through 2020. Enter for a chance to get out of the house and experience a much-needed vacation to Jackson, MI while also supporting the recovery of our local economy by helping businesses and attractions during this trying time in our nation’s history.
Prizes for this giveaway are valued at $500 and consist of the following:
One (1) Grand Prize (courtesy of Experience Jackson)
- Two-night stay at your choice of Jackson County hotels (up to $250 value total)
- $150 gift card to Knutson’s Sporting Goods
- $100 gift certificate to use at businesses in downtown Jackson
Entries will be accepted Thursday, March 19th through the end of the day on Sunday, April 19th. Entering the giveaway is easy. Visit www.ExperienceJackson.com for full details, entry form and official rules.
“With more than 100 public lakes, pristine trails and a lively downtown, Jackson, Michigan has plenty to offer visitors, and we’re excited for this fun opportunity to showcase that.” said John Crist, Interim President and CEO of Experience Jackson.
Experience Jackson’s Mission is to strengthen the positive perception of Jackson County as a must-visit destination to increase revenues and stimulate economic development and growth for the community.
The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.
Prevention Steps include:
· Clean your hands often. Scrub with soap for at least 20 seconds. Use hand sanitizer if you cannot wash.
· Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
· Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care. Call ahead before going to your healthcare provider. Learn what to do if you are sick
.· Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. Immediately wash your hands.
· Clean and disinfect frequently-touched surfaces.