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Balloons launch as Hot Air Jubilee kicks off in Jackson
JACKSON, MI – Thousands watched as hot air balloons launched at the Hot Air Jubliee in Jackson on Friday, July 19. The Jubilee at Ella Sharp Park is a community event put on by sponsors and volunteers. Pilots like Angela Madden and Craig Campbell are participating this weekend. If...
2 Republicans seek Summit Township treasurer seat in August primary
JACKSON COUNTY, MI – Another Republican is challenging the incumbent Summit Township treasurer in the Aug. 6 primary election. Philip Moilanen is seeking re-election, after serving four years. He will face Dave Heins, who currently sits on the township’s Board of Trustees. The winner in the primary will...
Jackson County spending $38K on campaign to pass jail millage
JACKSON COUNTY, MI – The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is putting in extra effort to pass a millage, similar to one that previously failed, to address the county’s crumbling jail. To encourage voters to approve a tax increase, the county has budgeted $38,000 on an educational campaign...
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