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Severe storm sweeps through Manchester hours before fireworks

Severe storm sweeps through Manchester hours before fireworks

by Sara Swanson Last Friday, just hours before the fireworks were scheduled to proceed, a severe thunderstorm moved through the Manchester area, knocking down trees…

Solar-powered stop signs going in at the 4-Corners intersection? Probably not.

Solar-powered stop signs going in at the 4-Corners intersection? Probably not.

by Sara Swanson Michael Sessions, City of Manchester manager, reports that in light of multiple concerns brought to the city about vehicles failing to stop…

Wash your produce! Cyclosporiasis outbreak reported in Michigan

Wash your produce! Cyclosporiasis outbreak reported in Michigan

from Michigan Department of Health and Human Services  As cyclosporiasis cases continue to rise, with…

Grass Lake Rd resurfacing complete!

Grass Lake Rd resurfacing complete!

submitted by Washtenaw County Road Commission On June 24, 2026, the contractor working on behalf…

Senior Citizens Council looking for local handypeople for minor home repairs

Senior Citizens Council looking for local handypeople for minor home repairs

by Sara Swanson We reported last fall that the Manchester Senior Citizens Council is able…

Last Thursday’s Gazebo Concert moved indoors

Last Thursday’s Gazebo Concert moved indoors

submitted by Brenda Bancroft Last Thursday’s Gazebo Concert took a quick detour from the gazebo…

Adopt one kitten, get one free right now at HSHV

Adopt one kitten, get one free right now at HSHV

submitted by Humane Society of Huron Valley Kitten season is in full swing, and the…

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Michigan lawmakers pass $84B budget, 67 bills in marathon session

Michigan lawmakers pass $84B budget, 67 bills in marathon session

by Simon D. Schuster, Bridge Michigan LANSING — After working for nearly 24 straight hours, Michigan lawmakers on Friday morning passed…

Medicare rolls out $50 GLP-1 drugs. ‘Pandemonium’ ahead for Michigan doctors?

Medicare rolls out $50 GLP-1 drugs. ‘Pandemonium’ ahead for Michigan doctors?

by Robin Erb, Bridge Michigan  Some Medicare beneficiaries will be able to get weight loss drugs at just $50 a month…

Mallory McMorrow ends Senate campaign, narrowing Michigan Democratic primary

Mallory McMorrow ends Senate campaign, narrowing Michigan Democratic primary

by Lauren Gibbons, Bridge Michigan  State Sen. Mallory McMorrow has suspended her campaign for US Senate, leaving Haley Stevens and Abdul…

Ever tried Claude.AI? Meet the Michigander who inspired its name

Ever tried Claude.AI? Meet the Michigander who inspired its name

by Blace Carpenter, Bridge Michigan  In 1948, mathematician and Gaylord native Claude Shannon theorized that information could be transmitted using ones…

U-M shrinks pay for Dearborn, Flint chancellors as it doubles it in Ann Arbor

U-M shrinks pay for Dearborn, Flint chancellors as it doubles it in Ann Arbor

by Kim Kozlowski, Bridge Michigan The University of Michigan has doubled the pay of its presidents in recent years, but reversed…

Dam safety reforms, millions for repairs advance in Michigan Legislature

Dam safety reforms, millions for repairs advance in Michigan Legislature

by Kelly House, Bridge Michigan  Both Michigan legislative chambers have voted to overhaul dam safety laws and funnel millions of dollars…

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Calendula: an edible, medicinal, and beautiful flower!

Calendula: an edible, medicinal, and beautiful flower!

by Sara Swanson, Manchester Seed Library This year the Manchester Seed Library is participating in One…

How to handle winter driving emergencies

August 2025 Gardening Advice

July 2025 Gardening Advice