JACKSON, MICH. (August 8, 2024) – Global bakery manufacturer and ingredients distributor Dawn Foods has named Cherie Good its Head of Corporate Giving. Good will lead Dawn’s Corporate Giving Program globally, focusing on hunger prevention and health, education, and community vibrancy.

Joseph R. Williams, President and CEO of County National Bank (“CNB”), is pleased to announce that Branch Officer Kris Fedorow is now managing retail operations for both the Somerset Center and Hanover branches. Rachel Emery, VP – Retail Administration Officer, said, “We are excited for Kris to take this next step in her career. She is an experienced banker who provides exceptional service and personalized solutions. In this expanded leadership role, Kris will lead both the Hanover and Somerset branches.”

JACKSON, MICHIGAN (AUGUST 2, 2024) – On Saturday & Sunday, August 24th & 25th, the Jackson Civil War Muster returns for its 37th year. This living history event, open to people of all ages, is held at Cascades Park, located at 1401 S. Brown St. Jackson, MI 49203.

(Brooklyn, MI)-WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging is thrilled to announce that its Collaboration to Develop a New Dementia Caregiving Webinar received a 2024 Aging Achievement Award from USAging, one of the highest honors presented by USAging to its members. The partnership with the statewide collaborative of Area Agency on Aging Program Coordinators worked together to update the content and maintain sustainability of our 3-part Dementia Caregiving Webinar to help support caregivers. This program was among 22 local aging programs to receive Achievement honors during USAging’s 49th Annual Conference and Tradeshow, July 8–11 in Tampa, FL. An additional 16 agencies received Innovations Awards.

[Horton, MI, August 1st, 2024] – Lomar Machine & Tool Co., a leader in custom machinery innovation, design and build is pleased to announce a partnership with SKW Automation, a skilled provider of automation integration solutions. This collaboration aims meet growing industry demands for robotic incorporation into production processes by leveraging both companies’ expertise. SKW operations are now located Lomar’s 5881 Coats Road facility.

Jackson, MI – July 30th, 2024 – The Jackson Area Transportation Authority (JATA) is excited to announce a job fair in partnership with Michigan Works Southeast, to be held on Monday, August 12th, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Downtown Jackson Transfer Center. This event aims to connect job seekers with a variety of career opportunities within the public transportation sector.

JACKSON, MI — AWARE is pleased to announce the appointment of Christi O'Neil as its interim Executive Director, effective August 7, 2024. Christi brings over 25 years of distinguished leadership experience in K-12 education, making her exceptionally suited to lead AWARE during this critical period.

JACKSON, MI, July 30, 2024 – TRUE Community Credit Union is excited to announce the addition of Eric Esser as Vice President of Residential Lending, and Brandy Telfer as Vice President of Commercial Lending.

Jackson, MI - The da Vinci School District is thrilled to announce Kristi Neelis as its new Superintendent, effective July 1, 2024. Ms. Neelis brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the district to this leadership role.

CNB Community Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQX: CNBB), the parent company of County National Bank, today announced earnings for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024. Earnings during the second quarter of 2024 totaled $2.9 million, an increase of $395,000 or 15.5% compared to the $2.5 million earned during the three months ended June 30, 2023, predominately as a result of an increase in net interest income somewhat offset by an increase in noninterest expense associated with compensation and benefits, data communications, and fixed asset costs. Basic earnings per share for CNB Community Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) increased to $1.35 during the three months ended June 30, 2024, up $0.17 from $1.18 for the second quarter of 2023. For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the Company reported net income of $5.7 million, an increase of $239,000, or 4.4%, from the $5.4 million earned during the six months ended June 30, 2023, predominately resultant from an increase in net interest income and a decrease in the provision for credit loss partially offset by increases in employee, data communications, and fixed asset costs. Basic earnings per share increased to $2.61 during the six months ended June 30, 2024, up $0.09 from $2.52 for the first six months of 2023.