JTV News

"Joe to Go" Kicks off United Way Campaign

United Way of Jackson Executive Director Ken Toll, Campaign Co-Chair Kathy Schmaltz and Board President Mike Shore kicked of the 2006-07 United Way campaign on today's show. The goal of $2,468,000 was announced. The campaign kick-off will be Friday, September 8 with the new "Joe to Go" event. Volunteers from United Way of Jackson County will be providing coffee and doughnuts for Jackson residents in exchange for donations of cash or canned goods. The “Joe to Go” community fundraiser will take place on Friday, September 8 from 7 to 10 am at several area locations. Proceeds will be used to support the Salvation Army’s Emergency Needs program and the Jackson County Community Warmth Initiative, a collaboration of faith based and health and human services organizations that provides utility payment assistance to residents in need. “Joe to Go” will be available at six locations; the United Way of Jackson County headquarters at 729 West Michigan Avenue, the Target parking lot on West Avenue, Airport Lanes on Wildwood (across from the airport), the Jackson County Community Foundation at One Jackson Square, Kennedy’s Kibby Cobb Market on Kibby Road, and at the Spring Arbor Fire Station in Spring Arbor. “We’d like folks to stop by and get a coffee and doughnut and at the same time help those in need in our community”, said Kathy Schmaltz, volunteer and campaign co-chair for the United Way of Jackson County. “Many of our friends and neighbors are facing some difficult times right now, and this is an easy and convenient way we all can help out.”

Bart Hawley will be serving coffee and donuts at the United Way headquarters from 8am to 9am. Come on by!

Dr. David Halsey was a guest on today's show to invite viewers to sign up for the JDRF "Walk to Cure" event September 16 at Ella Sharp Park.
This is the 8th year for the Jackson fundraiser looking to raise money for research and treatment of Juvenile Diabetes. To get more information, call Bob Craft at 787-0077 or visit www.jdrf.org.

Today's Trivia Question: This year is the 125th United States Open Tennis Championships. What tennis player has played the most and won the most U.S. Open matches?

Jimmy Connors

Friday's guests include: Randy Smith, Baker College; Photographer Dale Fisher; Kay Roumell, "Oh, These Irish Hills"; Gary Jones, Waterloo State Park; Jackson Womens Golf Hall of Fame first inductee Gerry Marston Hagen; Man-about-town Ric Walton.

JTV Announces New Show Premiere

Dr. Jane Grover, JTV Medical Correspondent appeared on the show today to announce the premiere of a brand new program on JTV this fall called "Housecall". Dr. Grover will host this new weekly half-hour magazine show covering health, fitness, nutrition and medical news. Each week a variety of topics will be covered with guest experts and in-depth reports. Viewers will have an opportunity to have questions answered on the "Ask the Doctor" segment. "It is going to be a fun program to work on and to watch" said Dr. Grover. "Housecall" premieres Friday, September 15 at 3, 7 and 10pm.

Andrea Rosynek invited viewers to attend Thursday's Fall Expo 2006 at DBI Business Interiors. DBI is a locally owned office supply and contract furniture company located at 325 West Michigan Avenue, downtown Jackson. The hours are 11am to 2pm with demos, samples, refreshments, prizes and manufacturer representatives on site. Come by and see how DBI can provide solutions for your office.

Today's Trivia Question: Tonight, Katie Couric makes history as the first lone female anchor of the CBS Evening News. Three other women have done this as co-anchors…who?

Barbara Walters (with Harry Reasoner) on ABC
Connie Chung (with Dan Rather) on CBS
Elizabeth Varga (with Bob Woodruff) on ABC

Wednesday's guests include: JCC's Marian Burlingham and Marcia Cole; AAUW's Pat Furstenau; Shirley Keena and Linda Ferguson with the Alzheimer's Memory Walk; Pet of the Week with Jessica Mitchell; Movie reviews with Dave DeBaker

High School Football Returns this Weekend

High School Football returns to JTV this weekend with three great games airing all weekend long. The "Artesian Wells Sports Weekend" presents a double-header of games Saturday and Sunday at 1pm and 7pm. Our first week's schedule:

Saturday
1pm Napoleon at Columbia Central
3pm Jackson at Dearborn (time approximate)
7pm Napoleon at Columbia Central
9pm Jackson at Dearborn (time approximate)

Sunday
1pm Lumen Christi at Coldwater
3pm Napoleon at Columbia Central (time approximate)
7pm Lumen Christi at Coldwater
9pm Jackson at Dearborn (time approximate)

JTV is the World Leader in High School Sports Television carrying more games than any other station in the world.

Today's Trivia Question: Who was the first person to be U.S. President of 50 states?

Dwight Eisenhower

It was in 1959 that Hawaii became the 50th state. Nixon was the Vice President at that time.

"Striking With The Pros" Bowling Events This Weekend

The 1st Annual Striking with the Pros bowling season kick-off will be held this weekend at Suburban Lanes on Ann Arbor Road and Airport Lanes on Wildwood Avenue. The events begin Friday evening at Suburban Lanes with a skills challenge with the pros starting at 7pm. There will be a $5 charge to watch the pros demonstrate their tricks and skills. Saturday, Suburban Lanes will have a coaching clinic. You can have a private two hour session from noon to 2pm with a pro for $35. At 3pm, Airport Lanes will host a Beat the Pro "369 strike" format tournament starting at 3pm. The cost is $25 to enter. The Greater Jackson chapter of the USBC is hosting the events along with Suburban Lanes and Airport Lanes. Chapter President Jerry Boobyer was a guest on today's show. Among the pros participating are Brian Voss (pictured above), Bob Learn, Jr., Mika Koivuniemi, Dale Niemela, Jeff Lizzi and others.

The Battle of Chickamauga will be presented in two parts at this year's Cascades Civil War Muster. The battle will begin at 2pm on both Saturday, August 26 and Sunday, August 27th. Muster President Paul Thomas appealed for volunteers to help with this year's event, the 22nd annual muster. This is the midwest's largest muster and is completely free to all spectators. Complete details on the website.

Today's Trivia Question: What eighties TV show starred Tom Hanks in women's clothing?

Bosom Buddies

Friday's guests include: State Senator Mark Schauer; Pro Bowler Bob Learn, Jr.; Signing Friends of Jackson; Entertainment Newsletter Editor Kate Lambert Lee and more.

Ganton Car Show Sunday

Lloyd and Judi Ganton visited the show today to invite viewers to the 3rd annual Classic Car Show Sunday at Arbor North Retirement Community on Springport Road. Over 100 classic and antique cars will be on display. Free food includes hot dogs and ice cream. There will be prizes, raffles and entertainment. All car owners will be eligible for prizes and trophies. Tours of the facility are also available. The hours are 12 Noon to 4 pm(pictured: One of the classic cars on display at the Ganton Car Museum)

The Lansing Lugnuts, John Richmond and Richmond Brothers hosted the JTV Staff for an outing at Oldsmobile Park this week. The crew had a great time as they watched the Lugnuts beat the Battle Cats 2-0. Thanks for a super time!

(John Richmond, Big Lug and Bart)

Today's Trivia Question: According to the RIAA, who is the biggest selling recording artist of all time?

Elvis

Today marks the 29th anniversary of Elvis' death.

Tomorrow's guests include: Jeff and Dar Watts from Tri-County Water Conditioning; Jackson County Community Foundation President Shelly Saines, New officers of the Salvation Army Majors John & Karen Mallett...and more!

Thanks for your patience while our blog editor took some summertime off!

New Middle School Principal Introduced

Jackson Catholic Middle School's new principal Steve Coryell was introduced to viewers today. Steve joins JCMS from Arkansas, where he served as principal for six years in Catholic schools. He also has taught in Texas, Nebraska and Iowa. Before entering the education field, Mr. Coryell worked for Electronic Data Systems and Enron. He holds bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Mr. Coryell and his wife, Marsha, have recently moved to Jackson. They have three grown children and are looking forward to being closer to Marsha's family in Michigan.

Our election interviews continued today with Bob Ross, candidate for State Representative in the 64th District. Bob is a Republican on the Tuesday primary ballot.

Today's Trivia Question: According to the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America), what is the best selling album of all time?

The Eagles Greatest Hits

Friday's guests include: Airport Manager Kent Maurer; Auto Dealer Bob Frahm; Weekly movie reviews with Dave DeBaker; and Ric Walton.

Hammond Hardware Grill Winner Announced

The Weber Gas Grill Giveaway concluded today as Mary Jane Otten of Jackson was chosen at random from all entries as the Grand Prize Winner. Mary Jane registered to win at Hammond Hardware and was one of several hundred who filled out entry blanks. On today's show (left to right) Bob Prater of Kelly Fuels (the new owner of Hammond Hardware), Manager in Training Russ Schulcz, Jim Hammond and John Hammond talked about the 50th anniversary of Hammond Hardware and the plans for growth. Thanks to all who entered to win!

Be sure to tune into a new episode of "The Jackson Show" starting today. Highlights of the Hot Air Jubilee include balloon flights, airshow and GT stunt riders. JTV's Adrien Sharp high atop the Blackman Township ladder.

Today's Trivia Question: In the first season of The Brady Bunch, how many people lived in the Brady house?

9

Dad, Mom, Alice, Greg, Marsha, Peter, Jan, Bobby and Cindy lived in the house together with a dog and a cat.

Racing Legends Honored this Weekend

Racing Legends Bobby Allison (left) and Al Unser, Sr. will be inducted into the Jackson Victory Circle Hall of Fame at festivities this weekend. Leading up to the IRL Firestone 400 Sunday at Michigan International Speedway, RaceWeek has two more big events. Friday night, its the RaceWeek Street Party in downtown Jackson. All IRL Drivers will be signing autographs, classic and antique cars will be on display, entertainment includes three bands on the outdoor state, driving simulators, kids tents, food, fireworks, the JAMA Go Kart Challenge and more. It starts at 5pm and lasts until 11pm. Allison and Unser will be honored Saturday Night at the Victory Circle Celebration barbecue at the Jackson Harness Raceway. Tickets are available from the Greater Jackson Chamber of Commerce. Allison and his wife Judy, along with longtime family friend John Lefere were on the show today.

Today's Trivia Question: What is the number one travel destination for American Honeymoon couples?

Hawaii

Michigan Shakespeare Festival Begins

The 12th annual Michigan Shakespeare Festival takes to the stage tonight at 7:30 at Baughman Theatre at Jackson Community College with the production of "Hamlet". Artistic Director John Neville-Andrews previewed the festival on today's show. In addition to Hamlet (which Neville-Andrews directs), "A Midsummer Night's Dream" and "Rats" will also be presented. For ticket information, call 517-796-8600 or visit the website.

Today's Trivia Question: On this day in 1969, Apollo 11 landed two astronauts on the moon. Who are they?

Neil Armstrong and Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin

Friday's guests inclue: State Senator Mark Schauer; Musician Steve Berkemeier; Chamber of Commerce President Susan Milhoan; Ric Walton and more!

RaceWeek Preview

This Friday marks the start of the 6th Annual Jackson RaceWeek Festival. Jim Jansen previewed the week of events inviting viewers to make plans to participate in any or all of the fun activities. Check out the website for complete details. Everything kicks off this Friday with the Jackson RaceWeek 24 at Jackson Speedway. JTV will be airing segments all weekend from the track. We encourage everyone to come and watch as 24 teams race for 24 hours starting at 8pm. Jackson Speedway is located at Page Avenue and U.S. 127. Next Friday, as part of the Friday niight Street Party, JAMA Executive Director Bill Rayl hosts the Go Kart Challenge. Ronnie Johncox from Technique Inc. challenged the JTV team for the championship. JTV will be on the track for that as well.

Relay for Life '06 is just 16 days away. Mary Ball announced the theme for the 15th annual fundraiser is "Hope gone Wild". Along with Mary, Cindy Abbey, a cancer survivor appealed to viewers to attend and support the 24 hour team walk. It will be held at the Cascades August 4 and 5th.

Back with live shows this week following a trip to New York for a family wedding. Bart's brother-in-law Don Lundberg married Jennifer and a good time was had by all.