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Jackson, Michigan Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hey hey Jackson! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See what’s inside Jackson Crossing’s brand-new humane society adoption center
  • Why a Jackson judge let a tethered teen murder suspect stay home
  • How could Consumers Energy’s new rate hike hit Jackson customers?

Also on today's calendar: Life Drawing and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 81 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 82, low: 62.
  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 84 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Jackson Crossing Mall Welcomes New Tenants (99wfmk.com) — A new Cascades Humane Society adoption center opens today inside Jackson Crossing Mall, with a ribbon-cutting hosted by the Jackson Chamber of Commerce at 12:30 p.m. The satellite location will feature adoptable small animals and rotating “Daily Dogs,” expanding the shelter’s visibility beyond its Carmen Road headquarters in Jackson and making pet adoption easier for local shoppers.
   

2. Judge clarifies tether restrictions after teen murder suspect walks dog out of bounds (mlive.com) — A Jackson County judge tightened tether rules for a 13-year-old murder suspect, clarifying he cannot leave the walls of his home except for approved appointments, court and church. The teen remains free on GPS monitoring while facing juvenile charges in the January shooting death of 16-year-old Isaiah Ramos-Bostwick in Jackson. His next court date is set for July 1.
   

3. Consumers Energy files $456 million electric rate hike request with MPSC, AG Nessel vows to intervene (wzzm13.com) — Jackson-based Consumers Energy is seeking a $456 million electric rate increase starting in April 2027, tied to its 2027 Reliability Action Plan for grid upgrades. The proposal includes more investment in reliability and a higher low-income credit, while Michigan’s attorney general vows to challenge the hike before state regulators.
   

4. Rep. Schmaltz: Keeping you safe means having enough law enforcement (gophouse.org) — A proposed $2.5 million state investment would help Jackson College reopen a modern police and law enforcement training academy, giving local residents a nearby path into public safety careers. Lawmakers and college leaders say the program would address severe officer and corrections staffing shortages while serving Jackson, Lenawee, and Hillsdale counties with accessible, ethics-focused training.
   

5. Coming off 2025-26 season with Griffins and Red Wings, Mazur wants to take ‘massive leap' in his game this summer (nhl.com) — A Jackson native is pushing to elevate his game after a strong but injury-interrupted season with the Grand Rapids Griffins and a late call-up to the Detroit Red Wings. He says overcoming multiple lower-body injuries has strengthened his mental toughness and work ethic, and he’s determined to turn that experience into a major leap forward this summer.
   

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  • New book series just went live!
    Lucas just launched his new series "strange and tender" a multi book series of short stories! Almost all of them take place here in Jackson. … (Nextdoor Crest / E South)
  • Hey everyone, I’m looking to take on more work this week.
    Lawn mowing, weeding, power washing, yard cleanups, weedwacking& more! Message me for a free estimate. (Nextdoor High/Coler)
  • The Henry Ford Health System posted a job opening for Housekeeper II-Discharged Beds - 40 hours - Afternoons - Afternoons - Jackson, MI in Jackson. Apply here.
  • Dayton Freight Lines, Inc. posted a job opening for Part Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator in Jackson. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Jackson here.

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: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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