ABOUT JACKIE

Hailing from Kalamazoo, MI, Jackie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication from Ferris State University, where she was active in cross-country, track, and the theatre program. Her career highlights include serving as a reporter for the FOX 17 Morning News Team for two years and as a midday host on 97.9 WGRD for over four years. Currently, she can be heard during mid days on WLAV and on weekends on 105.3 Hot-FM.

In her personal life, she is an avid runner, reader, actress, and pageant competitor. She is also a wife and mother to her daughter, Greenleigh, and has held the title of Mrs. America. Actively engaged throughout Grand Rapids, she interned for a morning radio show during college, showcasing her long-standing commitment to the community.