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No new trial for man convicted in fatal dispute over truck, appellate court rules
JACKSON COUNTY, MI – A man convicted of fatally shooting another man following a disagreement about a camper trailer and a truck will not be getting a new trial. The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed April 25 the conviction of Darvin Cole, found guilty of manslaughter for shooting to death Scott Chuck Charles Aug. 6, 2021, in Blackman Township.
If you see jets following planes over southern Michigan, don’t be alarmed
Southern Michigan residents should not be alarmed if they see a fighter jet closely following a civilian aircraft Monday morning. The Ohio Air National Guard’s 180th Fighter Wing is conducting an air defense training exercise in the skies over northern Ohio and southern Michigan Monday, April 29. Fighter jets are being scrambled to intercept and follow another aircraft, according the Ohio Air National Guard Public Affairs Office.
Sheriff’s Office says young drunk driver drove with tree stuck in truck
When an 18-year-old driver pulled into a gas station Monday morning and passed out, it wouldn't be long before Ingham County Sheriff's deputies woke him up. The reason -- a large tree that was smashed into, and stuck in the front of his truck.
Man pleads no contest to robbing bank while on parole for other heists
JACKSON COUNTY, MI – A man accused of robbing several banks in Jackson while he was on parole for bank robbery has taken a plea deal. Thomas Carl Pryor Jr. pleaded no contest April 19 to one count each of armed robbery and bank robbery in return for prosecutors dismissing one additional count, court records show.
Events of Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Astronomical Observatory Night. 9 PM to 11 PM. Students, employees and the community are invited to come and do some stargazing through our telescope! Jackson College Central Campus. Technology Help for Seniors. 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. William Atkinson Hall, Room 218 Join us on Jackson College Central Campus (2111...
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
All new Tuesday JTV News presents The Morning Show. Today, Andy and Bart’s guests: Kriss Giannetti, Assistant Superintendent for Communications and Jackson Police Officer Dave Stallworth, Jackson Public Schools. Zoe Lyons, Jackson Director, MDHHS. Beth Kuiper, Executive Director, Jackson Downtown Development Authority. 9 AM and 11 AM. All new...
Meet the Teacher: ‘Career-switcher’ found her true calling in the classroom
JACKSON COUNTY, MI -- Amy King’s working life took her across several states and professions until she found her true place as a math teacher. King, 51, currently teaches math to sixth graders at Paragon Charter Academy in Jackson. This marks her fifth year with the academy and 13th year overall in education.
1 dead, 1 injured in ORV rollover crash
LENAWEE COUNTY, MI – One man was killed and another person was injured in a rollover off-road vehicle crash, Michigan State Police said. The crash was reported around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, in a field at 7464 Scott Highway in Blissfield Township. Police said the 33-year-old man...
Dexter Stamping Co. closing, Hotel Tavern in spotlight and other Jackson-area business news
JACKSON COUNTY, MI – Dexter Stamping Co. closes in Jackson, while a new Meijer is opening in Hillsdale. Here are those stories and other recent Jackson County-area business news you may have missed. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
Here is the boys track leaderboard in the Jackson area
JACKSON -- Here is what the boys track and field leaderboard looks like in the Jackson area for April 29. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Work has begun on a new school to join all Western elementary students in one building
PARMA, MI -- Ground has been broken and construction has begun on a new centralized elementary school building in the Western School District. Due in part to warmer-than-average winter weather, construction crews were able to begin initial foundation work at the future Western Elementary School site in February, Superintendent Mike Smajda said.
‘Walk, Roll and Stroll’ aims to keep Jackson active
JACKSON, MI - A popular annual program aiming to get Jacksonians on their feet will stroll back into local parks soon. Residents of all ages and fitness levels are once again invited to participate in the free “Walk, Roll and Stroll” series this spring and summer. In six separate events, participants will follow a non-competitive, three-mile route through local parks, with shorter routes also available, city officials said in a news release.
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