A Jackson native, I started my career as a broadcaster with Radio Free Europe in Prague. My work has taken me literally around the world. And, now, back to my home state and hometown.
- Jackson County Commissioners approve more than $1 million in cuts from the 2025 budget, including $615,000 to the Sheriff’s budget.
- Last-minute efforts to identify more funding to further reduce cuts to the Sheriff fail to garner support.
- Commissioners blame the failure of the November jail operations millage for the shortfall.
- WATCH THE VIDEO for statements by Commissioners.
- BONUS VIDEOS: Commissioner Corey Kennedy and Sheriff Gary Schuette discuss budget cuts and next steps.
(The following is a transcription of the full broadcast story)
New developments in a story we’ve been following for months.
Tuesday, the Jackson County Board of Commissioners officially approved budget cuts to law enforcement, courts, and more.
A last-minute push by County Commissioner Tony Bair to find funds for the Sheriff’s …