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Operating as usual
Jackson College Women hit on all cylinders in dismantling Glen Oaks Community College
Heather Brown said prior to Saturday's game that she was looking for consistency from her first place Jets. What she got was a balanced scoring attack and a 76-61 victory, beginning the second half of the season.
Jackson College vs Glen Oaks CC 33-26 halftime
Jackson College women's basketball team lose to Muskegon Community College 65-62 at home
Heather Brown's squad was hoping for the upset over highly ranked Muskegon Community College. Trailing at halftime 33,-31, the Jets took the lead immediately in the second on a 3pt basket by freshman Morgan Morris. The Jets fought hard, rebounded and played solid defense and built up a second half lead by as many as 12 points. Muskegon, then, went on a 17-4 run to gain a 1 point advantage 61-60 with 1:53 to play. Four free throws in the final minute help Muskegon capture the win. The Jets were unsuccessful in their final possession to tie the game.
Jackson College Men & Women basketball travel to conference rival Lansing Community College.
Jackson Women win; LCC men win
While MSU vs U of M basketball was postponed in Ann Arbor, The Jackson College Jets and Lansing Community College Stars enjoyed an afternoon of conference basketball. Heather Brown's lady Jets dominated the Stars from beginning to the final horn 65-29. The Jets, being hit hard by COVID 19, was without their big presence in the paint, in the form of Jada Patton, but welcomed minutes from Kaycee Shannon.
The Men's game between Jackson College and Lansing Community College was far more competitive, with the Stars edging the Jets 87-80. Hall-of-fame Coach Mike Ingram saw his team take a 51-42 halftime lead, and stretched it to 18 around the 9 minute mark in the second half. However, the Jets refused to lay down and baskets by Brent Miles and Alex Daniels propelled the Jets to a 73-71 lead with 5:58 to go. It was then that the Jackson connection playing for the Stars, Drew Lowder and Tyshan Kelley went to work scoring 10 of the team's final 16 points.
Jackson High Boys basketball come up short against Grand Ledge.
Pastor Hines, Lily Missionary Baptist Church & The City of Jackson embody the spirit of giving, as motorist line up to receive over $67,000 in gifts.
Pastor James L. Hines fulfilled his vision of giving on his birthday, as over 300 residents in their vehicles passed thru several stations at Lily Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday, December 18, 2021, to receive gifts ranging from from frozen turkeys, to detergent, to a delicious hot meal to an envelope containing either $30, $60 or $100 in cash. "It is better to give than receive", said Pastor James L. Hines, quoting Acts 20:35. "Things always turn out good when we follow what God said." "I was somewhat challenged on this day because of the inclement weather. However, I remembered what my late father Pastor Joseph Hines said when I woke up to freezing rain.. "God called you to be faithful not successful."
Agencies ranging from The State Police, City Police and Jackson Sheriff's Dept, Herbal Life, Dunigans, Henry Ford Allegiance Health, The Jackson Blazer, all contributed to help unify Jackson on December 18, 2021
Good Things Going honor Parkside's John Brandon as Teacher of the Month
Good things going, a campaign started by The Walton Agency and headed by Stuart Kail, has named John Brandon as the Teacher of the Month.
"This award means I am making a valuable impact on the community of Jackson.. Through JPS, I am able to influence generations of young people to invest in their education, their character, and our community.", said Brandon. "However, for me, my wife Brenda, is the entire reason I can dedicate myself to teaching. She is my peace, my motivation and my encouragement. I could do nothing without her and my entire family by my side."
"I'm glad John Brandon was recognized and he is receiving this award because he is very deserving", said Parkside Principal Jeremy Patterson. "He has great relationships with students, staff and families. He is a product of Jackson Public Schools and he continues to invest in the students he serves, and beyond."
Below: Brandon receives the award from Walton Agency CEO Ric Walton
Brandon also pictured with Parkside Principal Jeremy Patterson
JHS Senior Olando Trader signs to play football at University of Iowa.
Star Jackson High School defensive back Olando Trader has signed his national letter of intent to play football at the University of Iowa.
"Olando is a very talented kid who has great speed and great strength for an athlete playing wide receiver/defensive back", said Jackson High School football Coach Scott Farley. "He's a super hard worker, great weight room guy who has really matured over his time in high school."
"Next year I will work my butt off to get some playing time at Iowa", said an excited Olando. "I don't look at my future teammates at my position as competition, but rather what can I learn from each one of them."
Olando credits Coach Farley with much of his maturity, saying, "He's not really concerned with wins and losses, as he is with us becoming productive men."
"We are super excited", said Olando's mom Kristi Trader. "We didn't know where he was going at first. We looked at schools in the MAC and SEC but playing in The Big Ten is a dream come true for Olando. So, as his mom, we are super excited and on a scale of 1-10, it's an 11"
Pictured below Kristi Trader and son Olando
Vikings vs Hanover Dec 14, 2021
Viking Boys and Girls look for first win of the 2021-2022 season
The Jackson High girls basketball team found the going quite rough against a solid Western Panther team Tuesday night at Western High School. Trailing early in the first quarter by double digits, the lady Vikings had difficulty scoring but continued to play hard. The Viking boys led at halftime 21-11 over Hanover Horton, 16 minutes away from their first victory
first half pictures from both games included
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Daniel Mahoney, a Jackson native has been elected Jackson’s first black mayor after defeating John ...
Jackson Juneteenth Celebration.
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The Jackson Vikings Varsity Basketball team played its home opener Thursday night, in what has...
Jackson Vikings prepare for 2021 Abbreviated Season.
For the past couple weeks, the Jackson High School basketball team, as well as others schools, have been limited to conditioning and drills. Monday, February 8 was the first day contact was allowed, giving the hungry for action, young inexperienced 2021 Vikings an opportunity to impress Coach Milton Barnes. "We are young with a lot of potential", said Coach Barnes. "We have speed and we have depth." See the next issue of The Blazer for the season outlook.
How awesome!
Hey Jackson! Do you have a sweet tooth? Are you having cravings? R.J.’s Heavenly Delights has you covered! They are open, so make sure to check them out for all of your sweets needs!!! R.J.'s Heavenly Delights is located at 1194 N West Ave.
Pictured below is their “Strawberry cheesecake”
The Blazer is saddened to learn Benny Poole has passed away today.
A Jackson Legend has Transitioned: The Great Benny Poole
1929-2020.
Benny Poole, a great saxophonist whose career as a musician began in the 1940's.
"Jackson has lost a historical figure and a trailblazer unparalleled. He bridged the gap between the white and black community like no one has done before or after. He would connect with the Mayor, Pat Patrick , Les Stanford, Roger Penske and children at the King Center all in the same day, all with the same level of attention. There will never be another Benny Poole, we must keep his memory alive." -(Pastor Lee Hampton, as well as Vice President of Jackson College)
Benny Poole will be missed through and through by the Jackson Community.
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Alan Wade had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Jackson Native, and Indianapolis Colts standout safety Khari Willis.
Black Lives Matter Street Painting on High between Milwaukee and Francis.
Photos By Alex Curling Sr.
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Our community has so many generous people and so many people in need. I get to connect them… [seeing both sides]... which ultimately makes our community stronger.”
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Sparked by the death of George Floyd, the unmerciful shootings of Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor, hundreds of Jackson citizens, on separate occasions, marched against police brutality and racial injustice in peaceful protests in Jackson over the last week, the most recent being on Saturday June 6,...
Make sure you attend!!
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Peaceful Protesting at the corner of High street and Martin Luther King Jr. street. (Francis)
Peaceful Protesting in Support of George Floyd, Black LIves Matter, and protesting against racial injustice in America.
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Community of Jackson Michigan coming together in support of George Floyd Black ,Lives Matter movement, and to protest against the racial injustice in America...
What's your thoughts?
In reference to the stimulus check. An unnamed person told me that the Friend of the Court applied their entire stimulus check( $1200) to the balance of their child support. They were already paying monthly and were up to date on their payments. I thought this was unfair. What's your thoughts?
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We reached out and asked some families for encouraging words, and how life has changed for their family during this Covid19 outbreak.
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Marion Elizabeth Rogers Departed life on Friday April 3, 2020 at the age of 90, at home with her children. She was born on March 20, 1930 in Jackson, Michigan to the late William & Agnes Cotton. Marion was united in holy matrimony to James Rogers.
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Peaceful Protesting at the corner of High street and Martin Luther King Jr. street. (Francis)
Kyla Johnson tells us what Martin Luther King Jr. Day means to her.
Mouth Watering... 😋
The Juwan Howard era as Michigan basketball Head Coach officially began with a 79-71 victory over Appalachian State at Crisler Center Tuesday night. 3/5 of the Fab Five were in the house including Howard, Jimmy King and Jalen Rose, to support their teammate's Michigan college coaching debut. The Blazer had an opportunity to speak with Rose.
Michigan wins the tip!
Sonic Landscapes Recording Studio
237 N Jackson St