Michigan schools hired 874 mental health staffers — under program set to end
by Isabel Lohman (Bridge Michigan) Distance learning. Disrupted routines. Death of loved ones. Such were the realities for students in 2021 when Michigan lawmakers approved a $240 million program to help schools hire more counselors, social workers, psychologists and nurses in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. New data obtained by Bridge Michigan shows schools across the state […]
Whitmer under fire for ‘intentional attack’ on Michigan government watchdog
by Jordyn Hermani (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — A government watchdog responsible for auditing state departments and programs is staring down a potential $8.3 million cut, and the head of that agency has one question: Why? Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s office is not saying why her budget proposes to slash funding to Auditor General Doug Ringler’s office, […]
Dead wolf mystery in south Michigan deepens, prompts criminal probe
by Kelly House (Bridge Michigan) Michigan officials have opened a criminal probe after an endangered wolf wound up dead in southern Michigan, 300 miles from its known habitat, killed by a hunter who says he thought it was a coyote. Lt. Andrew Turner, a district supervisor for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement […]
Digital Dislocators are State Finalists!
submitted by Andy Galicki, Manchester Digital Dislocators I don’t know if any of us really know what to say about this weekend, but it truly was an adventure that we will remember forever. The Digital Dislocators competed in the DTE Energy Foundation Division, and even though we experienced a few bumps along the way, when […]
Obituary: Arthur Louis Melcher
Arthur Louis Melcher, 92, passed away at home under hospice on April 11, 2024. Arthur was born on November 16, 1931, in Detroit, Michigan to Lewis and Martha (Feiblekorn) Melcher. Arthur married the love of his life, Marjeanne Davidson, on June 18, 1955 in Allen Park, Michigan and they enjoyed nearly 69 wonderful years together. […]
Youth wrestling state championship results
submitted by James Tobias, Head Coach — Manchester Wrestling Club May 21–24 was the MYWAY state wrestling championship. Manchester youth wrestling had 12 kids competing: Graysen Chambers, Cole Norgaard, Brody Brooks, Elijah Simpson, Logan Velez — 4th place, Logan Lawson, Thomas Dyer — 3rd place, Dylan Dyer, Skylar Morgan — 6th place, Vince Budd — […]
Call for Wellness Projects — Manchester Wellness Coalition
submitted by Ray Berg, Manchester Wellness Coalition If you are passionate about helping Manchester Eat Better, Move More, Connect with Others in Healthy Ways, or Avoiding Unhealthy Substances, the Manchester Wellness Coalition (MWC) would like to hear from you. Beginning April 1, 2024, MWC has a $25,000 budget to support local wellness projects that impact […]
A heartfelt thank you to the CRC volunteers
submitted by Carol Wotring, executive director Manchester Community Resource Center April is National Volunteer Month. And Manchester’s Community Resource Center has some terrific volunteers! I’d like to introduce you to a few of them: Francisca Fernandez wanted to make a difference in our community. She enjoys meeting new people and began volunteering in the food […]
Obituary: Elizabeth Annie Gonyer
Elizabeth Annie Gonyer, 83, of Manchester, passed away at Hospice of Lenawee on Sunday, April 7, 2024. Liz’s family and friends will gather on Monday, April 22, 2024, from 10am to 11am at Community Bible Church, 8400 Sharon Hollow Rd, Manchester, Mich. Her memorial service will immediately follow at the church at 11am. Burial of […]
