S. West Avenue between W. Franklin Street and W. Washington Street in #JacksonMi will have the northbound lane closed from Wednesday, June 28 through Thursday, June 29 for an urgent sewer repair. The southbound lane will stay open. Learn more: cityofjackson.org/CivicAlerts.as…

We're excited to announce that the City of #JacksonMi has received $6.7 million in federal funding to fully reconstruct S. MLK Drive from E. Morrell St. to South St. The funding comes from the Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant. More info: peters.senate.gov/newsroom/press…

Firefighters soared above #JacksonMi today, practicing rescues at the Blake Building. The joint training gave Jackson, Summit and Napoleon firefighters experience in rope rescue training. This is used for people trapped in a high place that can't be reached by a ladder truck.

The Boil Water Advisory for City of #JacksonMi water customers has been lifted. cityofjackson.org/CivicAlerts.as…

After a successful first year, organizers of the #JacksonMi Hispanic Heritage Festival are getting ready for their second event in Horace Blackman Park on Sept. 16! Learn more about the festival and how it is helping build community in Jackson. cityofjackson.org/CivicAlerts.as…

Jackson's street construction season is in full swing! Check out the infrastructure improvement projects that we have planned for this year. cityofjackson.org/CivicAlerts.as…

Check out that fresh pavement! N. Perrine Street in #JacksonMi reopened this week after a two month construction project that brought new underground water infrastructure, new street surface and sidewalk repairs.

#JacksonMi City Hall is closed on Tuesday, July 4 for Independence Day. Regular business hours will resume on Wednesday, July 5. Have a great holiday!

We are nearly one month away from the Tuesday, Aug. 8 Primary Election in #JacksonMi. Check out everything you need to know about voting in this election from the City website. cityofjackson.org/CivicAlerts.as…

New investment is coming to Optimist Park in #JacksonMi. Construction is bringing a new basketball court, playground, trees, and landscaping to the park. The reshaping is happening due to the sale of adjacent commercial property. More info: cityofjackson.org/CivicAlerts.as…

Construction is now underway on Wildwood in #JacksonMi. This section of the street between Steward and Wisner is getting a new street surface, along with sidewalk, curb and driveway repairs. Crews are targeting getting this project complete in early Aug. Only westbound lane open.

Great ongoing work from People for the Parks and Trails of Jackson, MI in #JacksonMi.

Nominations are now being accepted for the Harold White Sr. Awards! You can nominate a person or organization from #JacksonMi making a difference in volunteering, diversity and inclusion. More info: cityofjackson.org/DocumentCenter…

ALERT: Avoid the area of Cooper Street and North Street in #JacksonMi. There is a large structure fire that's bringing possible breathing and health hazards to the area. Public safety advises closing windows and turning off air conditioning if you are near the smoke plume.

UPDATE: The fire at a vacant commercial property on North Street in #JacksonMi is contained. Fire crews will remain on the scene to monitor. The street is CLOSED to traffic until further notice. The fire dept is checking air quality and have not found any immediate concerns.

Update on the W. North Street commercial building fire in #JacksonMi. Street remains closed and U.S. EPA in Jackson testing fire debris for environmental impacts. More info from the City website: cityofjackson.org/CivicAlerts.as…

UPDATE: Tests from both the EPA and EGLE confirmed that the debris that fell on properties from the fire does not contain any hazardous materials. More information on this developing situation from the City website: cityofjackson.org/CivicAlerts.as…

By expanding its walking, biking, and rolling infrastructure, the City of Jackson, Michigan Government and #JPSVIKINGS has made it possible for students and residents to use active transportation methods for decades to come. Read the Case Study: buff.ly/481MBid

The event is free and open only to city of Jackson residents, as it is funded by the city, officials said. mlive.com/news/jackson/2…

The seat was vacated Sept. 30 after the current council member resigned after moving out of the city. mlive.com/news/jackson/2…