Treasure hunters and car lovers are in for a big weekend: the Jackson Antique & Collectible Show returns October 2–3, and this year it is joined by the Cruising for the Cause car show. Two events, one destination — here is what to expect. Jackson Antique & Collectible Show: Oct 2–3 The Antique & Collectible […]
Albion College has parted ways with head football coach Travis Rundle, the school announced. Stephen Wasil has been named interim head coach, stepping in to lead the Britons as the program moves through the transition. What is known about the change The college confirmed Rundle’s departure and the appointment of Wasil on an interim basis. […]
Jackson’s City Council covered a lot of ground at its September 22 meeting — and several of the votes will land directly in residents’ mailboxes and neighborhoods. From rubbish fees to the Shaw Road bridge and new housing parcels, here is what was decided and what it means for you. Rubbish fees on the table […]
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is closing the 27 Mile Road bridge over I-94 in Albion from October 5 through October 30 for repair work. Drivers who rely on this crossing should plan alternate routes now — the closure will cut a key north-south connection for nearly four weeks. Closure details What: Full closure […]
The City of Jackson is kicking off a new Master Plan process, a 12–16 month effort that will set the community’s long-range vision for land use, neighborhoods, transportation, and economic development. For residents and local businesses, this is the document that will quietly shape zoning decisions, corridor investments, and development priorities for years to come […]
Quick answer: Economic development corporations (EDCs) exist to make their region’s economy healthier — and they do their best work with small businesses. For a Jackson County owner, an EDC can mean mentoring, financing connections, workforce training, tax incentives, and a front door into state and federal programs you would never find alone. What an […]
Quick answer: The 1099 workforce — independent contractors instead of employees — keeps growing across Michigan. For Jackson MI businesses it means flexibility and lower overhead, but also real responsibility: classify workers correctly, handle the tax paperwork, and understand where contractor freedom ends and employment law begins. What “1099” actually means A 1099 worker is […]
Quick answer: Downsizing works best as a sorting project, not a moving project. Decide what truly matters, pass key pieces to family now, photograph what you cannot keep, and store the rest properly — climate-controlled, inventoried, and labeled. The goal is preserving memories, not warehousing guilt. Start with the heirlooms, not the boxes The hardest […]
Quick answer: The most productive partnership in Jackson MI real estate is between agents and funding professionals. Referrals, joint marketing, cross-education, and collaborating on difficult deals create a pipeline where both sides win — and buyers get financing clarity before they fall in love with a house. Why this partnership works A buyer with no […]
Quick answer: A private equity fund pools investor money to buy, improve, and eventually sell private companies. Running one takes a clear investment strategy, an experienced team, rigorous due diligence, disciplined risk management, and patience — investments typically take years to mature. What a private equity fund actually is Think of it as a professionally […]
