Michigan unemployment surges; record 1 in 10 workers have filed claims
by Jonathan Oosting (Bridge) LANSING — More than 300,000 Michigan residents filed unemployment insurance claims last week, an unprecedented surge amid the coronavirus pandemic that has forced business closures, prompted mass layoffs and overwhelmed the state filing system. Both Michigan and the United States posted record jobless claims for the week ended Saturday, March 28, surpassing […]
Beaumont chief blasts Michigan for lack of hospital data during coronavirus
by Robin Erb (Bridge) John Fox, CEO of Beaumont Health, the state’s largest hospital system, lashed out Sunday at a lack of communication among hospitals and state health officials as Michigan struggles with a surge of patients during the coronavirus crisis. With COVID-19 cases and death counts rising steeply, particularly in metro Detroit, Fox cited […]
Supporting health care workers in times of crisis
As the COVID-19 crisis continues into its third week in Michigan, residents are thankful for those on the front lines of the crisis, particularly those working in the health care profession. While many of us are home in quarantine, with children and/or other family members, and trying to stay safe, others are working each day […]
Congregations find new ways to connect in the age of COVID-19
During these strange days of self-imposed quarantines, cancellations, and closures, life for those who regularly attend church services is being deeply affected by the recent and rapid changes to this integral part of their lives. Most local churches have closed their doors and have shifted to online platforms. Even the few who had determined to […]
Village DPW, water crew, and admin staff remain on the job
As “critical infrastructure workers,” Village of Manchester employees in water, wastewater treatment, public works, and their support staff will continue working through the COVID-19 crisis. While the doors of Village Hall are locked to ensure social distancing, administrative staff, DPW, and water treatment workers will continue to work in the office. Phones are answered at […]
5 Healthy Towns suspending coalition activity for at least 60 days
5 Healthy Towns, which funds many interventions in Manchester, most recently including school gardens, MCS kids' summer camp, Acorn Farmers Market and Café, Run Manchester, Link Crew at the High School, Dance Manchester, the Manchester Farmer’s Market, SRSLY Manchester, the Community Garden, Adaptive Movement and Safe Routes to School, is suspending its coalition activity during […]
What to do if you don't receive census info in the mail
Manchester residents should have by now received their census information in the mail. For Bridgewater, Freedom and Sharon Township residents, this should be a paper form to fill out and return. For Manchester Township residents, including Village residents, this should be a postcard inviting you to complete the census online or by phone. But, because […]
Healthy Thoughts for 5 Healthy Towns: Lessons from the Spanish Flu
Submitted by Amy Heydlauff, CEO, 5 Healthy Towns In 1918, the entire world suffered a pandemic now referred to as the Spanish Flu. Over the last few weeks, news outlets frequently compare COVID-19 (Coronavirus) to the Spanish Flu. So, I decided to do a bit of research. The Spanish Flu occurred during World War I. […]
Senior Newsletter THE TRUMPETER – April 2020
The April 2020 edition of Manchester’s Newsletter for Seniors, THE TRUMPETER, is now available. Download it here: 4 Apr 2020 Tru Pg1 -3x Download the calendar here: 4 April 2020 Tru Pg4 X
How to get mental health & addiction help during COVID-19
Anxiety and stress due to COVID-19 can affect everyone, but especially people at higher risk, those with pre-existing mental health conditions, those with substance abuse issues, health care providers and first responders, children and teens. The CDC states that stress during an infectious disease outbreak can include fear and worry about your own health and […]
