

Honoring Lt. Colonel Dean Young — A Life of Service and Spirit
Honoring Lt. Colonel Dean Young — A Life of Service and Spirit In celebration of Veterans Day 2025, County Culture is proud to honor one of Jackson County’s oldest, and most inspiring, veterans, Lt. Colonel William Dean Young of Newport. Young’s story began in 1953 during the Korean War when he joined the 1st Cavalry. Since he was a “sole surviving son” and not allowed in a combat zone, Young was sent from Korea to Japan to serve his remaining two and half years of his first


From South Africa to Jackson County: The Story of Monica and Conraad Visser
It is a love story that proves sometimes the most unexpected journeys lead you right where you are meant to be.


I CHOOSE JACKSON COUNTY: Jennifer Keedy’s Life as a Coach’s Wife and Lifelong Cheerleader
It was the beginning of a legendary chapter for both the Greyhounds and the Keedy family.
Jennifer’s role went far beyond being a coach’s wife. She was the emotional backbone of the team’s extended family. From Thanksgiving meals with players to late-night hospital visits with injured athletes whose families couldn’t be there, Jennifer never hesitated to step in.













































