Jackson News

Authorities investigating after physician assistant at Jackson prison found injured on floor of supply closet

2013-05-24T14:46:00Z

Adrianne Neff was conscious, but confused and disoriented and went to by ambulance to Allegiance Health, Marlan said. She was treated for a possible concussion and three lacerations on her palm, face and head, he said. She was released Thursday night.

Teen walking on street says car with four subjects pulled up, one with a gun demanded cash

2013-05-24T18:15:00Z

Blackman-Leoni public safety officers are investigating an armed robbery of a teenager who was walking down the street when a vehicle with four suspects pulled up next to him, pointed a gun and demanded money.

Two arrested for damaging vehicle belonging to ex-girlfriend's current boyfriend

2013-05-24T18:10:00Z

Blackman-Leoni public safety officers arrested two suspects who damaged a vehicle of a former girlfriend's current boyfriend, officials report.

DeWitt-based consumer fireworks company opens new store in Jackson

2013-05-24T18:00:17Z

Each Pro Fireworks store offers more than 300 kinds of aerial and ground fireworks that were illegal to sell or possess in the state until last summer.

Preliminary examination begins in child abuse case against Randy and Bobbi Jo Stevens

2013-05-24T17:39:55Z

A preliminary examination started in the child neglect case against Randy and Bobbi Stevens. Randy Stevens also faces a charge of arson.

U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg to host job fair featuring more than 20 employers in Jackson

2013-05-24T17:30:46Z

The job fair will take place from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, May 29 at Commonwealth Commerce Center, 209 E. Washington Ave.

Consumers Energy reminds drivers to look out for utility workers while traveling this Memorial Day weekend

2013-05-24T17:00:59Z

As drivers gear up and get on the road this Memorial Day weekend, the Jackson-based utility is urging them to slow down in utility work zones.

Advice to prevent teen pregnancy: Start telling kids basics about sex when they're young

2013-05-24T16:30:00Z

When one reader told Horning her life was an "exception" as a former teen mom, she said that was not always the case.

Jackson County Deputy Administrator Adam Brown 'happy' to stay in Jackson

2013-05-24T16:00:00Z

He interviewed with Ingham County officials Thursday, May 9.

Ground Round Grill & Bar's surplus assets to be liquidated in online auction following restaurant's closure

2013-05-24T15:30:37Z

The restaurant at 1051 Boardman Road, has lost its lease, and will be open until Sunday, May 26, management said this week.

MLive Jackson Team of the Week: Meet the Jackson High School baseball team

2013-05-24T15:15:00Z

We interviewed coach Jon Hastings and several players on the Vikings and learned quite a lot, including that the team likes to refer to itself as the Dirtbags.

Hayes State Park gets new archery range, pirate ship playground

2013-05-24T15:00:00Z

On June 4, at 4 p.m. the park's new archery range and a playground structure will introduced to the general public at 1220 Wamplers Lake Road, Onsted, Mich.

Jackson County Sheriff's Office: Officers investigate theft of diesel fuel, respond to rollover accident where driver tried to avoid deer

2013-05-24T14:45:44Z

Jackson County Sheriff's Office is investigating an attempted theft of diesel fuel from a construction area.

Jackson Police Department: Officers investigate break-in with two stolen vehicles; suspect jumps off roof attempting to flee

2013-05-24T14:25:06Z

Jackson Police Department reports officers responded to a complaint of a subject on a roof. When they arrived, the subject jumped off the roof and attempted to flee the area.

Editorial: After turbulent two years, Jackson city government might earn goodwill by just being willing to talk

2013-05-24T14:00:14Z

It's one thing for elected leaders to push unpopular ideas once in a while, but at some point the public needs to hear — and believe in — the agenda that leaders are carrying out.

Jackson City Councilman Andrew Frounfelker claims city licensing fees will drop next month

2013-05-24T13:45:00Z

Jackson officials held a meeting this week to parse through a number of the city's licensing fees, and alterations will be presented to the City Council in June, according to City Councilman Andrew Frounfelker, 5th Ward.

Jackson-area obituaries: Duane Keeling, 76, retired from Goodyear after 29 years

2013-05-24T13:30:57Z

Jackson-area obituaries for Friday, May 24, 2013.

Junior Achievement gears up for its 18th annual Grand Prix 'Race for Education'

2013-05-24T12:30:00Z

For the 18th straight year, Junior Achievement is holdings its annual Grand Prix "Race for Education" to support economic education for kids in Jackson. From noon to 5 p.m. on June 1, there will be constant racing action and numerous activities at Kia of Jackson, 3500 Page Ave.

The Jackson 5: Single hauler trash ordinance nixed, county passes STD fee, Northwest Schools plan for major construction

2013-05-24T11:00:00Z

Before heading off for the Memorial Day weekend check out five stories you may have missed this week and get the scoop on what to expect next week.

Jackson Current: Preliminary exam begins in infant death case, city could lose state grant funding, peek at Irish Hills

2013-05-24T10:30:48Z

Amanda Redman, 30, is charged with manslaughter in the April 2 death of 27-day-old Amillia Redman.

Tears, cheers mark graduation, prom for special needs students at Lyle Torrant and Kit Young centers

2013-05-24T10:00:59Z

Seventeen students graduated and danced the night away at prom on Thursday, May 23 at First Church of the Nazarene.