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🌱 How a $10 million upgrade will change Jackson’s hospital care

Jackson, Alabama Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good day Jackson! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a $10 million upgrade will change Jackson’s hospital care

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 84 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sunny; pleasant, less humid, temps: high: 83, low: 54.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 87 and low of 58 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Jackson Medical Center expansion aims to improve rural healthcare access (wkrg.com) — Jackson residents are about to see a $10 million expansion of Jackson Medical Center, adding a new emergency department, physician office building, and a new roof to the existing hospital. Funded by local taxpayers, bank financing, and federal support, the 14‑month project aims to keep lifesaving care close to home for Clarke County and surrounding rural communities.
   

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    Friday May 15
  • CCHS Class of 2026 Graduation
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    6:00 pm
    • Saturday May 16
  • JHS Class of 2026 Graduation
    Legion Field Jackson AL
    9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month!
    It’s also Safe Sun Week from May 11-17. This month teaches us about the dangers of too much sun and the importance of being safe in the sun. Skin… (Nextdoor )
  • [5/11/26] A Few Strong Storms Possible Near the Coast Today
    https://ema.alabama.gov/14505/a-few-strong-storms-possible-near-the-coast-today/ (Nextdoor )
  • O'Reilly Auto Parts posted a job opening for Parts Specialist in Jackson. Apply here.
  • Tractor Supply posted a job opening for Team Member - No Experience Required in Jackson. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Jackson here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Baldwin County Public Schools releases Class of 2026 graduation dates, times, and venues (mynbc15.com)
  • No. 13 WSCC softball finishes regular season with four straight wins over Coastal Alabama - South; ACCC Tournament bracket set to begin Thursday (cullmantribune.com)

Ok Jackson! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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