Indiana Jackson County Sheriff's Office Hit by Ransomware, Disrupting Dispatch and Reports Last week the Jackson County Sheriff's Office in Indiana was hit by a ransomware attack that rendered its network and report filing systems inaccessible. Police operations were disrupted, with dispatchers using Seymour Police computers and officers reverting to manual reports while officials refuse to pay the ransom and work to restore services. #JacksonCountySheriff #SeymourPolice

Indiana’s Jackson County Sheriff’s Office disrupted by a ransomware attack, forcing use of Seymour Police systems and manual reports. Officials refuse to pay ransom while working to restore services. #JacksonCounty #IndianaLaw #PoliceDisruption

GOP to Name Clampitt Replacement: Who Will Represent WNC? | WNC Times Local GOP to select Mike Clampitt's replacement for NC House District 119. Learn about the process and who might represent WNC.

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Commissioners approve letter supporting Medford’s South Stage Road extension BUILD grant application Jackson County commissioners voted to approve a letter of support for the City of Medford’s BUILD grant application to advance the South Stage Road Extension project and fund NEPA work; county staff and Medford officials outlined route options, environmental concerns and property acquisition implications.

Jackson County commissioners have thrown their support behind Medford’s ambitious South Stage Road Extension project, aiming to enhance connectivity and spur growth in the region.

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Jackson County commissioners approve letter urging state to begin delisting gray wolves west of Highways 395, 78 and 95 The Board approved a letter asking Oregon to initiate delisting of gray wolves west of Highways 395, 78 and 95, updating a 2018 request and citing Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife management; the motion passed unanimously (3-0).

Jackson County commissioners are pushing for a significant change in wildlife management by urging the state to delist gray wolves from federal protection—what could this mean for the ecosystem?

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There is a big difference between coping with problems and governing effectively.

Coping means adjusting after things break. Governing means building systems that work to prevent crises.

Let's strive for effective systems and a stable government.

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County approves U‑STEP agreement to add offset right‑turn lane at US‑52 and 395th Avenue The board approved a funding agreement to incorporate an offset right‑turn lane into a 1.6‑mile county road rehab on 395th Avenue; the county will be lead agency and be reimbursed by the city and DOT (U‑STEP cost share ~55% DOT / 45% city).

Jackson County is making safety a priority with a new offset right-turn lane at US-52 and 395th Avenue as part of their upcoming road rehabilitation project!

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Streaks of light above construction barrels in a work zone at night.

US-127 intermittent lane closures at Michigan Avenue for permit work March 1 in #JacksonCounty www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-ou...

Jackson County commission debates data-center rules: decommissioning, e‑waste, enforcement and noise limits At a lengthy work session, the commission discussed a draft ordinance for high-density computing facilities (data centers), focusing on decommissioning standards, e‑waste compliance with Iowa Code chapter 455B, whether the county can issue shutdown orders, parking and noise limits (50 dBA proposed). Commissioners requested revisions and legal review before a joint hearing with supervisors.

Jackson County is at a crossroads as commissioners debate new rules for data centers that could reshape land use, e-waste management, and community safety.

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The image depicts a young boy in the midst of an outdoor activity, possibly working on leatherwork. He is wearing overalls and a straw hat while handling what appears to be strips of leather or some kind of material that he's shaping with his hands. In the background, there are various farm tools scattered around, including plows and other machinery which suggest this scene takes place in an agricultural setting or shed where such work might occur. The image is monochromatic and evokes a sense of historical context through its composition and subject matter. Additional information about this photograph can be found at the provided URL: Young Farm Boy - Dorothea Lange Collection, indicating that it's part of her archive documenting various aspects of American life during the early to mid-20th century. The specific mention suggests a focus on younger siblings or less privileged children involved in labor and resourcefulness amidst their rural environment.

Young farm boy. Younger brother trying to make a holster from the leather of an old coat. Oregon, Jackson County, near Medford

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Jackson County lays out five-year road and bridge plan, flags $6.7M Iron Bridge replacement County staff presented the draft five-year road program highlighting two FY27 federal bridge projects, a $2.53M road rehab on 395th Avenue, locally funded bridges and a proposed $6.7M Iron Bridge replacement whose timing depends on federal BUILD grants and county funding trade-offs.

Jackson County is set to invest in critical infrastructure with a proposed $6.7 million Iron Bridge replacement and exciting road rehabilitation projects that could reshape the community!

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Forward believes that the brewer in Shiner and the ranger at Lake Texana both serve our state. In #LavacaCounty, the heritage is the economy. #OpenPrimaries would allow the community to elect leaders who prioritize small business support and cultural preservation over partisan bickering. #RankedChoiceVoting would help the diverse towns work together. In #JacksonCounty, the environment is key. #RankedChoiceVoting empowers the community to support candidates who prioritize lake management and coastal infrastructure. It ensures that the "Texana" spirit remains strong.

From Shiner Bock to Lake Texana. 🍻🚤 Lavaca & Jackson Counties are the weekend vibes of Texas.

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Jackson County warned of roughly $50,000 road-aid shortfall after state payment change County officials told the fiscal court that the second scheduled state county-road-aid payment will be 25% (about $360,000) rather than the expected 30% (about $410,000), creating an estimated $50,000 gap that could be made up in June but is not guaranteed, with potential consequences for road maintenance plans.

Jackson County faces a $50,000 shortfall in road-aid funding, putting critical maintenance plans at risk as officials scramble to make up the gap.

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Auditor reports clean opinion for Jackson County schools; federal spending in 2025 about $6.1 million The district's auditor told the board the financial statement audit yielded an unmodified/clean opinion, no internal control or compliance findings were reported, and federal awards spending in 2025 totaled about $6,100,000; the single-audit threshold was noted to be changing from $750,000 to $1,000,000.

Jackson County School Board celebrated a clean audit report with no compliance issues, highlighting a significant $6.1 million in federal spending for 2025.

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The image is a black and white photograph depicting an old-fashioned, uninhabited country home situated in what appears to be fruit-growing countryside along the Rogue River. The house features prominent architectural elements such as gabled roofs with shingles and decorative trim on its façade and chimney. A weathered fence surrounds the property, contributing to the rustic ambiance of the scene. In the foreground is a wooden structure that resembles an old-fashioned well or perhaps part of a boundary marker for the fenced area. The landscape includes various trees such as pine in the background with dense foliage obscuring much detail but providing context suggesting this home sits within a wooded region typical of rural environments around Medford, Jackson County. The absence of modern elements and its preservation suggest it might be considered historical or preserved due to cultural significance rather than for everyday residential use.

Southern Oregon. Jackson County, near Medford. Old-fashioned country home, now uninhabited, in fruit country along the Rogue River

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Land For Sale - McCune-Cemetery Road T2, Jackson, Ohio - Buckeye Land Sales - Ohio Land Sales Wooded 18.4 acres with a nice elevated build site for a new home or cabin tucked back in the woods. A new culvert and gravel driveway entrance were recently installed, providing good access to the pro...

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Jackson County adopts consultant‑recommended ambulance fee schedule, board cites budget strain Jackson County commissioners voted to adopt a consultant‑recommended ambulance fee schedule that sets commercial billing at 300% of the Medicare allowable rate for rural ZIP codes, citing collection performance and budget shortfalls for Fire & Rescue.

Jackson County has just approved a controversial new ambulance fee schedule, raising charges to 300% of Medicare rates to tackle budget shortfalls—what does this mean for local residents?

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County official reports lobbying on proposed PSAP bill, urges careful local governance design A county official told supervisors Feb. 10 they traveled to Des Moines to lobby on a proposed bill that would replace 9-1-1 service boards with local emergency management commissions and create a single PSAP per county; the official warned against designating elected sheriffs as the automatic PSAP lead.

A county official is raising alarms about a proposed bill that could reshape 9-1-1 governance, warning that naming elected sheriffs as the default leaders could complicate emergency response.

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Hospital president briefs Jackson County Commission on pensions, Crestwood acquisition, staffing and capital projects The hospital president told commissioners the pension is now about 89% funded after moving trustees to Regions, described recruitment and specialty shortages, previewed a Crestwood acquisition that could add regional capacity and said the hospital will receive roughly $634,000 next year from the rural hospital investment program for capital purchases.

Jackson County Hospital is making strides with a pension plan that's nearly fully funded and an upcoming acquisition that promises to enhance regional healthcare capacity!

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#JacksonCounty #AL #CommunityTransparency

Jackson County approves cloud-based mass-notification system with sirens after budget amendment The Jackson County Commission approved replacing its Code Red emergency alert with a cloud-based mass-notification system that includes sirens and authorized a general-fund transfer to cover the first-year cost; EMA staff said the cloud system will reduce siren-activation delay.

Jackson County is revolutionizing public safety by replacing its emergency alert system with a cutting-edge cloud-based platform that can trigger local sirens instantly!

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54 Dogs rescued, 30 found dead in Eagle point Woman’s residence By Katie Erno

54 Dogs Rescued from Alleged Abuse Case in Jackson County
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McCune-Cemetery Road T1
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UT Institute of Agriculture to host Western Tennessee Grain & Soybean Conference Feb. 5 in Dyersburg The Western Tennessee Grain & Soybean Conference will be Thursday, Feb. 5, at the Dyer County Fairgrounds in Dyersburg (8 a.m.–1:30 p.m.). Tate Cronin said the event emphasizes research-based presentations and farm financial management amid two difficult production years.

Join us on February 5 for the Western Tennessee Grain & Soybean Conference, where vital insights into farm financial management and innovative agricultural practices await!

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#JacksonCounty #TN #FarmFinancialManagement #CitizenPortal #AgriculturalEducation #DyersburgAgriculture

Madison County officials defend storm response, urge better coordination with TDOT County highway and elected leaders described a large ice event as a federally declared disaster, detailed equipment and salt use, and pressed for earlier coordination with the Tennessee Department of Transportation after uneven state clearing left local routes icy while nearby counties were clearer.

Madison County officials are calling for urgent changes in how state routes are prioritized after an unprecedented ice storm left local roads dangerously icy while nearby areas were cleared.

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Jackson County weighs options for regional dispatch, EMA levy after city briefing City manager Josh Bolt told the Board of Supervisors that moving dispatch to a consolidated regional model could be costly and urged county review of per‑capita EMA levies, possible hospital support and legal guidance before committing funds for fiscal year 2028.

Jackson County is at a crossroads as city officials weigh costly options for regionalizing 9-1-1 dispatch services, impacting the budget for 2028.

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Snow on construction barrels.

US-127 intermittent lane closures at Territorial Road for permit work early Sunday morning, Feb. 8, in #JacksonCounty www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-ou...

Commission approves range of procurement and administrative items, including new inmate communications vendor The Jackson County Commission approved procurement and administrative measures: negotiating a low bid for an AG Complex parking lot resurfacing, a contract with IC Solutions for inmate tablets and services, purchase/resale of Caterpillar graders, a Project Blue Sky change order pending EDA consent, a Dewberry task order, Microsoft licensing renewal, fee waiver for the Education Foundation, initiation of an RFQ/RFP for insurance consulting, and authorization to negotiate with the top‑ranked county attorney firm.

Jackson County commissioners just approved a series of pivotal administrative moves, from negotiating new inmate communication services to innovative funding for infrastructure improvements!

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#JacksonCounty #FL #EducationFoundation #JacksonCountyProcurement #PublicSafety

Jackson County Commission approves courthouse study contract, rescinds landlord solid-waste rule and amends marina residency policy At its Jan. 28 meeting, the Jackson County Commission approved a contract to study courthouse renovations, rescinded a prior policy making property owners responsible for renters' garbage accounts, and amended park marina rules to limit living aboard to no more than 10 nights in a 30‑day period; several other routine items were also approved.

The Jackson County Commission is shaking things up with a new courthouse study, a reversal on garbage responsibility for landlords, and updated marina residency rules!

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#JacksonCounty #AL #CommunityPolicy #PublicSafety #InfrastructureDevelopment

Residents and supervisors raise alarm over regional disability services consolidation At a Jan. 27 Jackson County Board of Supervisors meeting, disability-services coordinators and residents said a regional reorganization — including a proposed name change to Eastern Iowa Disability Alliance, quarterly meetings and reduced local coordinator hours — is leaving rural counties uncertain about access to care.

Residents in Jackson County are raising serious concerns that a reorganization of disability services could leave rural communities without vital access to care.

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Jackson County denies special-exception request for Wynwood RV Resort after residents cite safety and school proximity After a lengthy public hearing with dozens of residents, the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners denied a request for a special exception and general development order for the Wynwood RV Resort on Pontiac Loop, citing safety, traffic and incompatibility with the residential neighborhood.

The Jackson County Board has denied a controversial RV park proposal after residents raised serious safety concerns due to its proximity to a local elementary school and park.

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