Jackson Magazine

11/14/2025

At Commonwealth Associates’ Jackson headquarters, collaboration looks a little different than it once did. Engineers gather around a computer or log in remotely from hybrid schedules, interns swap ideas with seasoned staff over coffee, and subject matter experts host training sessions that reach colleagues in offices as far away as Florida and Washington. Across the company, conversations span ages and backgrounds, weaving together people at different points in their careers.

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11/13/2025

Your finalists for the for the 2026 Best of Jackson Awards in the credit union category are American 1 Credit Union, Community Choice Credit Union, and TRUE Community Credit Union. Go vote for your favorite today: loom.ly/vPZwrvc

11/12/2025

Our team took advantage of the Jackson County Restaurant Week today with a fantastic lunch at Ironbark Brewing Co., thanks to their partnership with Kibby Cobb Deli. We were all super excited to get our first stamp on the restaurant week card and are already planning to go to other places!

11/12/2025

Cover Story: Limitless Innovation

Perceived problems, viewed from a different lens, can, in fact, be opportunities.

That’s what Joshua Williams found after pivoting from a career in social work into entrepreneurship by starting the Jackson-based commercial consulting company, Limitless Innovation. Williams and his team help companies and organizations work better together through one-on-one leadership coaching, team building workshops, and team training.

Among their missions: bridging gaps between different generations in the workplace.

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11/11/2025

Chelsea State Bank made a generous donation to Faith in Action! Read the entire press release: loom.ly/NOVRRWc

The $2,406 raised for this donation came from Chelsea State Bank (CSB) employees and a bank match as part of their ongoing Blue Jean for Charity Fund.

11/10/2025

The Lead Up: Connecting Generations

The City of Jackson Parks and Recreation Department is proud to bring generations together through both its staff and programs. Our team represents a diverse range of ages and experiences, from long-time employees with decades of service to energetic student workers starting their careers. This blend fosters mentorship, innovation, and knowledge sharing, ultimately strengthening the entire department. By valuing the strengths of every generation, Parks and Recreation continues to build connections, create opportunities, and ensure that everyone has a place in our community.

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11/07/2025

Who will you be voting for in the chiropracter category for the Best of Jackson awards? The finalists are Brent Family Chiropractic, Griz Chiropractic Sports & Wellness, and Smarch Chiropractic. Vote here: loom.ly/vPZwrvc

11/06/2025

The Foreword: Coffee Culture

Coffee has always been more than a beverage — it’s a ritual, a pause button, and often the fuel that keeps the community going. And just as work itself has evolved across generations, so has our relationship with coffee. For some, it’s the classic drip pot brewing in the breakroom. For others, it’s a carefully crafted oat milk latte between Zoom calls or the cold brew powering long afternoons of study and side hustles. One thing hasn’t changed: coffee fuels connection. After all, how many of us have said, “I can’t start my day without it”?

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11/05/2025

You can now cast your votes for Round 2 of the Best of Jackson Awards! Show your support to your favorite local businesses by voting here: https://www.jacksonmagazine.com/awards/best-of-jackson/

11/03/2025

🎉 Round II Voting Is Now Open – Help Choose the Best of Jackson! 🎉

We're shining a spotlight on the businesses that make Jackson special, and your vote helps decide who earns the title in 2026. Whether it's your favorite chiropractor, preschool, or steakhouse, now’s the time to show your support.

Voting is open through December 12 – cast your vote here:
https://www.jacksonmagazine.com/awards/best-of-jackson/

Finalists include:

Best Chiropractor
Brent Family Chiropractic
Griz Chiropractic Sports & Wellness
Smarch Chiropractic

Best Credit Union
American 1 Credit Union
Community Choice Credit Union
TRUE Community Credit Union

Best Employment Agency
Michigan Works! Southeast
US Staffing
Xcel Staffing

Best Pet Groomer
A Tail's A Waggin
Canine to the Nines
Classy Canine Styles

Best Preschool
ABC Academy
Early Impressions
Head Start - Community Action Agency Program

Best Steak
Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse
Knight's Steakhouse & Grill
Roadhouse

Best of Jackson honors the best businesses in Jackson, Michigan each year. Six categories are chosen each year and our readers decide!

11/03/2025

This month's Jackson Magazine focuses on differing generations of employees working together for a shared goal. The stories showcase changes that were made to enhance output, adaptions that were put in place due to new technology, and more!

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10/20/2025

Building From Within: Local Apprenticeship Programs Bolster a Skilled Manufacturing Workforce

A decades-long emphasis on office careers, rather than skilled trades jobs, has left Jackson area manufacturers with a limited pool of potential employees. To address this problem, many manufacturers have decided to advance their current employees rather than hire from “the outside.”

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