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As crowds shrink and costs rise, Jackson County Fair organizers get creative
JACKSON, MI – New attractions are coming to the Jackson County Fair in 2024 in an ongoing effort by officials to reverse a trend of declining attendance and revenue. Jackson County Fair attendance has seen a steady decline in recent years, according to figures obtained by MLive/Jackson Citizen Patriot through a Freedom of Information Act request. Attendance peaked at 209,944 in 2021 after the COVID-19 pandemic but dropped to 152,843 in 2022 and 138,087 last year, the numbers show.
Jonesville’s Grosvenor House to celebrate sesquicentennial anniversary
JONESVILLE — This fall, the historic Grosvenor House in Jonesville will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary. Finished in 1874 and turned into a museum in 1977, the house still features its historic decorations, original architectural designs, and antique technologies. “We have a board that takes care of running the house, which is 150 years old...
2 Republicans vying for Summit Township supervisor in August primary
JACKSON COUNTY, MI – A Republican is challenging the incumbent supervisor in Summit Township in the August primary election. Supervisor Todd Emmons was elected to the position in 2020 and has previously served on the township’s board of trustees. He is seeking re-election on Tuesday, Aug. 6. and faces John Griffin, who is currently a trustee on the Summit Township board.
Learn about Jackson's 100 Homes Program at community event on Saturday, Aug. 3
The City of Jackson’s 100 Homes Program is on a mission to build 100 new single-family homes on vacant lots over the next two years by providing down payment assistance and connecting buyers to homebuilders. Community members looking to get involved in this innovative effort in Jackson have an upcoming opportunity. The City’s Human Relations Commission (HRC) is hosting a Community Housing Event on Saturday, Aug. 3, 9-11:30 a.m. at the MLK Recreation Center for the community to learn more about the 100 Homes Program.
National Night Out event planned on Wednesday, Aug. 7
Jackson residents have an opportunity to strengthen bonds with fellow neighbors and public safety at an upcoming community event. The City of Jackson’s National Night Out celebration is planned for Wednesday, Aug. 7 at the MLK Recreation Center from 6-8 p.m. National Night Out is a nationwide program that...
City accepting nominations for Volunteer, Diversity and Inclusion awards
An annual awards event that honors Jackson residents and organizations making a difference with volunteering, diversity and inclusion is now accepting nominations. The City of Jackson Human Relations Commission (HRC) is hosting its Harold White Sr. Awards Breakfast on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 7:30 a.m. at the Commonwealth Commerce Center. Award...
BUSINESS BEAT: Zuzga leaves Marshall to be Barry County Administrator
MARSHALL, MI (WTVB) – Former Quincy Village Manager Eric Zuzga is leaving the City of Marshall as their Director of Community Services. His last day with the City of Marshall will be August 16, 2024. Zuzga has accepted the Barry County Administrator’s position and will be starting at the...
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