Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Jackson County!

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Jackson County is a great place to celebrate with your favorite authentic Mexican dishes! Cinco de Mayo is celebrated to  commemorate the Mexican army's victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla, on May 5, 1862, under the leadership...

Five things to do in Jackson County for Mother’s Day

One the most important days of the entire year is coming soon: Mother's Day! It's time to celebrate motherhood! If you're wondering how you can give your mom some extra recognition, look no further than Jackson County! We have some exciting things to do to make this...

Check out what Batar has to offer!

Watch this video below as Jordan Richart from the visitor center spends a little time at Batar, which is now open! This destination restaurant, sweet shop, retail store, and venue provides a top-of-the-line dining, shopping and gathering experience. The next time you...

All the Easter Egg Hunts you’ll find in Jackson County

The Easter Bunny is making its way through Jackson County this weekend! Check out all the opportunities your family will have to find some eggs the Easter Bunny leaves behind! Tom Judd Memorial Eggstra Special Easter Egg Hunt  Time/Location: 9 a.m. April 3, at Emerson...

Your Guide to Outdoor Dining in Jackson County

Spring is here, warmer temperatures are on the way, so it's time to enjoy a meal outside in Jackson County. You'll be able to find bold flavors, good times, and some diverse menus to try something new along with a menu of your favorites! Dining outside creates a...

Camp in Jackson County!

It's time to schedule that camping trip! Your outdoor adventure isn’t as far away as you may think as Jackson County has quality camping options among its scenic landscapes. Many look forward to spending quality time outdoors in Jackson County each year, so now is the...

Take the Jackson County Sandhill Crane tour

Sandhill Cranes are a very popular bird and thousands come to Jackson County each winter. Many residents and visitors enjoy watching and photographing these birds, which usually group together in the fields in Jackson County. The Jackson County Visitor Center has put...

RECIPE: Carmel corn with Plumer & Bowers Farmstead popcorn

Ingredients:  3 quarts of Plumer & Bowers popcorn, popped (top with butter and salt if you want, we did!) 1 stick butter 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup white syrup 1/2 tsp baking soda Instructions: 1. Pop popcorn ahead of time 2. Spreay large paper sack...