Mike’s Musings: Will daily newspapers become extinct?
There was a time when nearly every newspaper in Michigan was locally owned. The publisher lived in town. The owner attended Rotary meetings, served on charity boards, sponsored Little League teams, and understood firsthand what mattered to the community.Today, many…
Defendants in two high-profile murder cases appear in court
By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer Several defendants in two high-profile murder cases from last year appeared in court Friday, June 12, for various hearings and motions. Jackson County Circuit Judge John McBain presided over the proceedings in 4th Circuit Court.…
Community celebrates Steve Tucker’s return as the executive director of the Michigan Theatre
By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer The Michigan Theatre of Jackson was packed Thursday evening, June 11 for a free community-wide event to celebrate the return of Steve Tucker as executive director of the theater. Tucker mingled with guests in the…
Utility presentations dominate Albion City Council meeting
By MAGGIE LANOUE Contributing Writer Utility rate reviews and an energy infrastructure briefing occupied nearly 75 minutes of the June 15 Albion City Council meeting before council members completed a full agenda of city business, public comments and unanimous votes.…
Recreation programs expand this summer as the City of Albion revises funding strategy
By MAGGIE LANOUE Contributing Writer Recreation was one of the major topics discussed during the Albion City Council study session on June 15, as council members reviewed a new approach to distributing recreation millage funds and coordinating programs throughout the…
Mike’s Musings: Summer Vacation for Congress? Must Be Nice
As millions of Americans head off to work each morning, balancing family budgets, worrying about rising costs, paying taxes, and trying to keep their businesses afloat, there is one group of people who seem to operate under a completely different…
Jeff Daniels honors Steve Tucker at Michigan Theater
By Elizabeth FersztContributing Writer Chelsea-native, actor Jeff Daniels took the stage at the Michigan Theater of Jackson (MTJ) on Thurs. June 11, at 5-7 pm in a community-wide, free celebration of the return of Steve Tucker, Executive Director of the…
Mike’s Musings: Mental Health: A Crisis We Can No Longer Ignore
I used to think alcoholism was the biggest problem facing Americans. Along with drugs it certainly is a disease that affects many of us. However, mental health is a much bigger problem and when you combine it with alcohol. you…
Mike’s Musings: Time to Abolish MEDC
For decades, politicians from both parties have defended the Michigan Economic Development Corporation with the same promise: targeted incentives and subsidies will attract jobs, revive communities, and create prosperity. It sounds appealing. If government can selectively help businesses expand, why…
Three juveniles arrested in Jackson after pursuit in stolen vehicle; handgun recovered
By KATHRYN PALON Contributing Writer Three juveniles were arrested Sunday after authorities recovered two stolen vehicles and seized an illegal handgun following a vehicle and foot pursuit, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office said. The investigation began about 7:05 a.m. Sunday…
Jackson’s own Morgen Baird to race in NASCAR Truck Series
By JEFF STEERS Contributing Writer A local driver from Jackson will be part of the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series on Saturday, June 6 at Michigan International Speedway. Alro Steel will sponsor the No. 2 Ford F-150 in the truck series…
Albion invests in equipment as construction season hits full stride
By Maggie LaNoue Contributing Writer Albion’s 2026 construction season is well underway, and Public Services Director Jason Kern brought council up to speed May 18 on equipment upgrades designed to make the department more efficient and recover more of its…
Work continues to stabilize downtown Albion building
By Maggie LaNoue Contributing Writer Between Lopez Taco House and Dickerson Music in downtown Albion, sits an empty storefront with a fading BBQ sign in the window. Many people pass it without realizing the narrow building at 203 N. Superior…
Jackson’s 102nd Colored Troops participate in Miami at massive Memorial Day Celebration
By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer The 102nd Colored Troops of Jackson, led by their co-founder Maurice Imhoff participated in a nationally televised event in Miami, Florida Memorial Day weekend, May 23-24. “Over 800,000 people attended the event (the Hyundai Air…
Mike’s Musings: Rules to live by
I often seek out thought provoking words of wisdom on the internet. Just last week I came across this (by anonymous) and thought I would share it with you. It might not mean much to those that are in their…
Juvenile charged in the May 5 Napoleon schools swatting case
By KATHRYN PALON Contributing Writer A 14-year-old was charged in a nine-count juvenile petition alleging involvement in a series of false threats, including a “swatting” call, that led Napoleon Community Schools to lock down on May 5 and cancel classes…
Green appears in court; final PTC rescheduled for Aug 28
By ELIZABETH FERSZT Contributing Writer Antonio Green, 20, appeared before Hon. Susan Jordan, in the 4th Circuit Court May 15, for a final pre-trial conference, on charges of open murder for the shooting death of Mia Sims, 18. Sims was…
Plainwell man arrested after Albion police find guns, ammo and suspected meth
By KARA DECHALK Contributing Writer Albion Department of Public Safety officers responding to a suspicious situation in the 1000 block of Hall Street on May 19 found two firearms, ammunition and suspected methamphetamine, authorities said. Information given by the initial…
A Crown Comes Full Circle: MOHS Holds First In-Building Prom in 50 Years
By Linda LaNoue Contributing Writer Imagine your first prom in your own school, in your own community, surrounded by people who show up just for you. That is exactly what unfolded Saturday, May 16, at Marshall Opportunity High School. Two…
Reflections in a Jackson Graveyard
. By Ken Wyatt Mt. Evergreen Cemetery in Jackson is the resting place of some notable figures in both Jackson and Michigan history. They each played a role in that terrible national conflict that exacted the lifeblood of some 700,000…
