10/30/2025
Congratulations to Shayna Murphy, Election Services Director and Vickie Godwin, Voter Services Director on their graduation from the 2025 Citizen’s Academy. Very proud of both of you!!!
🎓🌟 Congratulations to Our 2025 Citizens Academy Graduates! 🌟🎓
Last night, the Jackson County Board of County Commissioners proudly recognized this year’s Citizens Academy Class of 2025! Over the past several months, these dedicated residents have gone behind the scenes of local government, learning how each department works FOR Jackson, FOR Future, FOR You.
This year’s class represented a record level of engagement, and we couldn’t be more proud of their curiosity, commitment, and community spirit. From road projects to public safety, utilities to community services, these citizens invested their time to understand how their local government serves every corner of Jackson County.
✨ Graduates recognized at the Board meeting:
Beau Alday, Susan Blount, James Gibson, Gail Hill, James Kirkland, Jet Kirkland, Keith Koppelman, Susan Koppelman, Jesse Lusk, Shannon Lusk, Willie Mack, Ashley Merrill, Shayna Murphy, Rebecca Robinson, James Sallas, Randy Smith, Sylvia Stephens, Deanna Strickland, Charlene Trickey-Durham, Thomas Wood, and Tresa Wood.
🎓 Also completing the program but not pictured:
Victoria Albritton, Timothy Bennett, Vickie Godwin, Terri Hardin, Brenda Hoagland, Rana Oliver, Darvin Owens, Lisa Owens, Tyler Schaeffer, and Paul Smith.
Thank you all for your dedication to learning, your thoughtful participation, and your desire to help move Jackson County forward. Because of citizens like you, our community can be stronger and more connected! 💙