SUMMARY: Jackson Public Schools is hiring year-round, with a peak hiring season currently underway. They seek teachers—especially in mathematics, special education, and English—instructional assistants, custodians, bus drivers, child nutrition workers, mechanics, electricians, and other support staff to maintain facilities and support student learning. Bus drivers need a CDL, which the district helps applicants obtain. The district also encourages retired teachers to return under a 2024 state law allowing retirees to work full-time without losing benefits. A job fair will be held Thursday at Kirksey Middle School, 5677 Highland Drive. Applications can also be submitted online at the district’s website.

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SUMMARY: The town of Lost Rabbit celebrated Independence Day with a family-oriented block party featuring a water slide and neighborhood parade. Melissa Rushing of the Social Event Committee expressed pride in their unique community, emphasizing the importance of events that bring people together. She highlighted the town as a special gem in the state, offering a safe and enjoyable environment for families to celebrate. Coordination was smooth, with the community actively participating and contributing to the event’s success. The celebration concluded with fireworks and joyful laughter from families, reinforcing the communal spirit and holiday enjoyment in Lost Rabbit.

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SUMMARY: Northeast Jackson residents are concerned after a vehicle got stuck in a ditch due to erosion along Wychwood Boulevard near Oakwood Boulevard and Fern Crest Drive. The ditch, located by a creek that fills during rain, caused a resident’s daughter to become stuck recently. Councilman Ashby Foote, representing Ward One where Oakwood is located, acknowledged the issue. He submitted photos of the erosion to the city administration about four weeks ago and asked that it be prioritized by the Public Works Department. Although repairs are pending due to the administration transition, Foote plans to submit the project to the new mayor and urges caution when driving in the area.

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