Residents can help craft the future of parks and recreation in Jackson. The new City of Jackson Parks and Recreation Master Plan is moving forward with a public review period from Sunday, Dec. 3 to Wednesday, Jan. 3. Read on...
The seat was vacated in Sept. upon the resignation of former Councilmember Karen Bunnell. Hunt was appointed to the seat following a process that saw eight Ward 5 residents interviewed by the council. Read on...
The trail section from W. Prospect Street to S. West Avenue received a new 12 foot wide concrete path, replacing an aging asphalt pathway that had uneven surfaces and deteriorating pavement. The trail was widened to allow for safer sharing of the trail. Read on...
The program intends to construct 100 single-family houses on vacant lots for qualifying home-buyers, along with providing down-payment assistance. Read on...
With more than 170,000 rides given already this year, the Jackson Area Transportation Authority (JATA) isn’t slowing down anytime soon. A millage in the City of Jackson generates $500,000 a year for JATA, keeping rides affordable and service expansive. Read on...
The City of Jackson has been hard at work this year improving streets, parks, trails and water infrastructure for the community. Here is a breakdown of projects making an impact in neighborhoods across Jackson. Read on...
CodeRED messages about weather warnings, amber alerts and active threats are sent to every mobile device in a targeted area from the county dispatch center. However, when it comes to notifications from the City, you have to sign up to get our messages. Read on...
The City is currently looking for residents to fill 28 vacancies on 10 boards and commissions. Applicants may be residents or non-residents of the City of Jackson depending on the opening. Read on...
Families wanting to make sure their children travel safely can take advantage of the Car Seat Inspection Program from the Jackson Fire Department. Firefighters launched the program last year to provide monthly car seat checks for the Jackson area. Read on...
