FBI claims Michigan militia group tried to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
Note: This post contains explicit language by Jonathan Oosting, Kelly House (Bridge) LANSING — Federal officials say six armed men and others piled into three vehicles late Sept. 12, traveling in the dark from a militia member's property in northern Michigan to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's cottage about a half-hour away. Those men, arrested and charged […]
As coronavirus spreads in Michigan, racial and age disparities shrink
by Mike Wilkinson (Bridge) The coronavirus is striking older Michigan residents disproportionately in the past few weeks, raising concerns that an increase in hospitalizations will worsen. From mid-August through mid-September, younger residents — including college students — made up the lion’s share of new COVID-19 cases, some 60 percent of new cases. During that time, […]
Just a boy and his dog
Luke Walsh may be only nine years old, but he has already learned some pretty big life lessons. When he was six, he decided he wanted a dog. And not just any dog! His parents told him he needed to prove he'd be able to take care of a smaller pet for a while so […]
Washtenaw issues mask, occupancy, event size limit, and screening protocol orders
Monday afternoon, the Washtenaw County Health Department released local emergency public health orders to keep COVID-19 prevention and control strategies in place in Washtenaw County, given that Michigan Executive Orders are now uncertain. Washtenaw County Health Officer Jimena Loveluck, MSW, has issued countywide orders on the use of face coverings, social gatherings, bar and restaurant […]
Sharon Township considers 'green' burial practices in cemetery addition
A planned expansion of the Sharon Township cemetery is progressing, with part of the process including the Planning Commission working on revising the township's ordinance to have more green burial information. Sharon Township trustee and sexton, Trudi Cooper, says, "My intention is to slowly begin a conversation about green burial, and later this year to […]
Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café – Acorn is moving to a new location
submitted by Ruth VanBogelen, Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café Board Less than a month ago, the Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café Board of Directors (Acorn BOD) announced that the Patronicity campaign was a success, raising almost $56,000 – and two weeks ago Acorn BOD learned that the MEDC match of $50,000 was approved. The excitement […]
Manchester asks where is my absentee ballot? Will my vote count if I vote by absentee ballot?
Last week, many Manchester residents checked their mailbox and wondered if their absentee ballot should have already arrived. Some residents had received theirs and others hadn’t. We reached out to the clerks of Manchester, Bridgewater, Sharon, and Freedom Townships to ask when their township’s residents should expect to receive requested absentee ballots. Valisa Bristle, Freedom […]
CROP Walk raises more than $3,000 on a drizzly day
A total of 26 walkers with four dogs raised over $3,000 for the CROP hunger walk on Sunday, with more to come in, according to local chair Marlene Uphaus. There were also many virtual walkers who contributed, but chose to not come to the event due to the rain threat and COVID-19. The good news […]
Zion Lutheran Annual Harvest Dinner
submitted by Barb Satterthwaite Zion Lutheran Church, located at the corner of South Fletcher and Waters Roads, is having our annual Harvest Dinner (formerly our Sauerkraut Supper) on Saturday, October 17th from 4 to 7 pm. This dinner is TAKE-OUT only. The menu includes: Roast Pork, Sausage, Kniffles, Sauerkraut, Winter Squash, roll, and a dessert. […]
Dutchmen show their grit to beat East Jackson, 14-13
On Friday night, the Dutch beat the Trojans of East Jackson 14-13 in a nail biter. "The past three weeks have been exceptionally fast-paced for the young Dutchmen, as the season is now in full swing," said head Coach Ben Pack this weekend. After a defensive struggle in the first quarter, EJ scored in the […]
