DNR announces fishing regulations for Michigan’s 2022 season
by Zahra Ahmad (Bridge Michigan) LANSING—Expanded underwater spearfishing, catch limits and size restrictions are among Michigan’s new fishing laws. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources this week announced most of the changes will go into effect April 1. Fishing licenses go on sale online March 1 and are valid for a year. Here is a direct […]
Manchester Township discusses spending ARP funds, solar farm, and establishes Mike Miner Day at Oak Grove Cemetary
submitted by Sybil Kolon, Community Reporter Corps The Manchester Township board held a workshop meeting before their regular board meeting on Feb. 8. Clerk Danell Proctor and Trustee John Seefeld were absent, but two members of the public were present. Most of the meeting was about how to spend the American Rescue Plan Act funds. $135,000 has […]
Vaccine clinic, free masks & test kits coming to Manchester
February 15, 2022 Update: This clinic has been rescheduled from Feb 17th, 1pm to 3pm to Feb 24, noon to 2pm. See new flyer below. Washtenaw County Health Department in collaboration with the Community Resource Center and Sharon United Methodist Church will be hosting a Free Community COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic on Thursday, February 17 from […]
The New York Times digital access now available free with a MDL library card
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library (MDL) now offers digital access to The New York Times (NYT) from any computer or device free with a library card. This brand new service provides basic digital access to the current day's paper and includes email newsletter subscriptions. Established in 1851, The New York […]
Letter to the editor: Acorn store manager stepping down
February 11, 2022 Greetings Acorn Shoppers, When I first saw the job posting of Acorn Store Manager in October of 2020, I was still reeling from my abrupt departure from Manhattan. I had been back in Michigan for about 4 months, but as we all recall, the real-time unfolding of exactly how disruptive and calamitous […]
Chelsea Adult Learners Institute announces winter/spring classes
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Adult Learners Institute As the sleet slithers down the window pane, the heating bills mount, and your arthritis wreaks havoc on whatever is left of your holiday cheer, you might want to think of something pleasant. The Detroit Lions pulling off another three-game winning streak next season comes to mind. OR, […]
February 2022 Gardening Advice
submitted by Jennifer Fairfield, Garden Mill and Manchester Community & School Gardens With winter halfway over, it’s time to start really planning for our gardens. If you haven’t already, it’s time to go through your seeds to see what you have left over and what you will need for the upcoming season. To Do Indoors […]
Phoenix Waters named to Dean's List at Lourdes University
Manchester High School graduate, Phoenix Waters has made the Dean’s List for the Fall 2021 semester at Lourdes University. The Dean’s List recognizes full time students who maintain an average of 3.50 or better while carrying 12 of more semester hours of study. Established in 1958, Lourdes University is a private Franciscan university in Sylvania, Ohio. Lourdes University is […]
Public notice: Bridgewater Township
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING SYNOPSIS 3-Feb-22 The regular monthly meeting of the Bridgewater Township Board of Trustees was called to order by Supervisor Fromhart at 7:14 p.m. Four board members were present (quorum) with 0 citizens in attendance. No citizen participation. Board approved the 6-Jan-22 meeting minutes as amended. Board approved the agenda as […]
Public notice: Bridgewater Township
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW MEETINGS PUBLIC NOTICE The Bridgewater Township Board of Review for 2022 will be held at the Bridgewater Township Hall, 10990 Clinton Road, Manchester, Ml 48158 on the following dates: Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 7:00 pm - Organizational Meeting Monday, March 14, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and […]
