Conversation with New JPS Superintendent Jeremy Patterson
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — Jeremy Patterson is set to take over as Jackson Public Schools’ Superintendent in June. Patterson is a 1993 JPS graduate who has also worked in the district for much of his career. He
Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Lenawee County
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — A tragic motorcycle crash in Lenawee County has left one person dead and another seriously injured. According to the Sheriff’s Office, a 34-year-old woman from Hillsdale and a 36-year-old male passenger were riding
Hispanic Heritage Festival Cancelled, Citing Current Political Climate
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — The Jackson Hispanic Heritage Festival has been cancelled for 2025. The Festival Committee announced the decision on social media, and they cited the “current political climate” that they say challenges the safety, unity,
Jackson Public Schools Announces New Leadership Appointments
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — Jackson Public Schools has recently announced multiple hirings within the district. Destiney Davis has been named the new Principal of Cascades Elementary. Over the years, Ms. Davis has taken on a variety of
Upcoming Irish Hills Bombshells Roller Derby Bout at Optimist Arena
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — The Irish Hills Bombshells Roller Derby squad is gearing up for their bout against Ann Arbor on Saturday, May 10, at Optimist Arena with doors opening at 5 p.m. The Bombshells’ own BabeZilla
Jackson Reads is Giving Away Books to Kids on Free Museum Day
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — Jackson Reads! with the Jackson County I.S.D. is once again teaming up with Ella Sharp Museum on Free Museum Day to give out thousands of free books to children at Ella Sharp Museum
McKibbin Media Group Hosting 12-Hour Charity Radiothon Friday for YMCA Kids
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) – K105.3 is proud to announce its annual 12-Hour Charity Radiothon, taking place on Friday, May 9, to benefit the Jackson YMCA Youth Programs. This special event honors the legacy of Jamie McKibbin on
Federal Grant to Support Major Street Improvements on Jackson’s East Side
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — The City of Jackson has received a $4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to support major street improvements on the city’s east side. The funding will go toward the East
Swatting Incident Puts Middle School on Lockdown
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — A Jackson middle school was briefly placed on lockdown Wednesday afternoon after a threatening prank phone call triggered a police response. Officials say the Middle School at Parkside went into lockdown around 1:15
Jackson County Law Enforcement Memorial Honors Those Who Were Slain While On Duty
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM) — The TRUE Community City Square in downtown Jackson was the site of the 2025 Jackson County Law Enforcement Memorial on Wednesday afternoon. The event was attended by many citizens and law enforcement officials