Olivia Pageau

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Multimedia Journalist at WSYM-TV (Lansing, MI)

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NEW CHAPTERS BEGIN: Jackson area students celebrate their new careers with signing day

2 days ago | fox47news.com | Olivia Pageau

JACKSON, Mich — It's signing day for Jackson area students, but they aren't joining a sports team. For dozens of Jackson grads, their careers start now, and they're kicking off their careers with a signature. Video shows a signing day celebration for graduating seniors at the Jackson Area Career Center. Students who signed are either going into the workforce or are continuing their education in a trades program. WATCH to see what these students plan to do, post-grad.
How a dentist on wheels is making a difference, one smile at a time

2 days ago | kake.com | Olivia Pageau

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How a dentist on wheels is making a difference, one smile at a time

3 days ago | kesq.com | Olivia Pageau

By Olivia PageauClick here for updates on this story JACKSON, Michigan ( WSYM) - Whether it be because of time or money, getting to the dentist can be hard. In Jackson, there's a dentist aiming to solve both of those challenges. Video shows Jazmyn Ragland, Dental Hygienist and Executive Director of New Smiles, New Beginnings in Jackson. New Smiles, New Beginnings offers free or discounted dental services to underserved communities in Jackson.
How a Jackson dentist on wheels is making a difference, one smile at a time

3 days ago | fox47news.com | Olivia Pageau

JACKSON, Mich — Whether it be because of time or money, getting to the dentist can be hard. In Jackson, there's a dentist aiming to solve both of those challenges. Video shows Jazmyn Ragland, Dental Hygienist and Executive Director of New Smiles, New Beginnings in Jackson. New Smiles, New Beginnings offers free or discounted dental services to underserved communities in Jackson. Ragland's dental office is on wheels, and offers cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments.
Travel back in time on Jackson County's Free Museum Day

6 days ago | fox47news.com | Olivia Pageau

Video shows three museums participating in Free Museum Day on May 10. There are 13 museums participating, some of which are the Mann House in Concord, Conklin Reed Organ Museum in Hanover, and Ye Ole Carriage Shop in Spring ArborYou can find a full list of all participating museums here. Each year, Jackson County's Free Museum Day is like jumping into a history book.
'I think of him often': Jackson law enforcement honors local heroes lost in the line of duty

1 week ago | fox47news.com | Olivia Pageau

JACKSON, Mich — Twelve. The number of Jackson County officers, deputies, and troopers who have died in the line of duty over time. "I think of all of them," says Chief of Police Christopher Simpson. "I certainly think of James Bonneau, because I was in the Honor Guard. I carried him. I saw his dad here today. It strikes me to go back to when that happened, that night, and I think of him often."Video shows the Jackson Law Enforcement Memorial on Wednesday.
Four homes to be given away to families, with disabilities, in Jackson

1 week ago | fox47news.com | Olivia Pageau

Video shows lots to be used to build four accessible single-family homes in the City of Jackson. The City is utilizing $800,000 of funds from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. Jon Hart, Executive Director of disAbility Connections in Jackson, shares what it means to have an accessible home. Follow the City of Jackson to see when applications become open. Soon, lots like ones on Mason Street will see new housing.
NOW HIRING: Connecting Jackson students to careers in trades

1 week ago | fox47news.com | Olivia Pageau

Video shows a career fair for the students at the Jackson Area Career Center. The event was hosted by the Home Builders Association to connect local businesses with students looking for summer jobs or a job post-graduation. Students got to explore opportunities in trades outside of high school. "I've kind of become a jack-of-all-trades going through (the) Career Center," says senior Timothy Stauffer.
Where do Jackson neighbors go for a quick meal that's easy on the budget?

2 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Olivia Pageau

Video shows neighbors answering where they like to grab a quick, budget-friendly meal. According to CNN, McDonald's just experienced the biggest drop in sales since the height of the COVID pandemic. Neighbors in Jackson say they love local options for something quick and convenient. On a road trip, after practice, those golden arches are always waiting, but are consumers still "Lovin' it"?
"Cuts to Medicaid are cuts to care." Hillsdale Hospital voices concern

2 weeks ago | fox47news.com | Olivia Pageau

Video shows Jeremiah Hodshire, President & CEO of Hillsdale Hospital. The House has outlined budget cuts in general. The non-partisan Congressional Budget Office says cuts to Medicaid would need to be included to reach those levels of cuts. Hodshire says cuts to Medicaid would have major impacts on rural hospitals, like Hillsdale, whether the patients have Medicaid or not. According to the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, just over 27% of Michigan's total population is enrolled in Medicaid.