From retro to high-tech, Michigan drivers snap up new license plate options
By Roni Kane (Bridge Michigan) In April, Holland resident Michael Alan took the standard blue and white “Pure Michigan” license plate off of his Toyota RAV4’s back bumper and swapped it for a new, maize-and-blue “Water-Winter Wonderland” plate. Water-Winter Wonderland plates were issued to all Michigan drivers between 1965 and 1968, but they made a […]
Oxford students sue in ‘desperate attempt’ to improve safety after shooting
by Yue Stella Yu (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — Twenty current and recently graduated Oxford High School students are filing a federal lawsuit against the school district in what their parents call a “desperate attempt” to force policy changes and transparency from school officials. The lawsuit — filed almost seven months after a shooting at Oxford High School […]
Will Michigan’s grid stand up to heat wave? What to know as temps soar.
by Kelly House (Bridge Michigan) Michigan’s first summer-like heat wave arrived early and intensely this year, as temperatures well into the 90s Wednesday threatened to break records across much of the state. As cities from Detroit to Battle Creek opened cooling centers to provide relief for residents without access to home air conditioning, regional electrical […]
Election petitions due in July for Village Council, City Charter Commission
by Marsha Chartrand This year’s elections in the Village of Manchester will look somewhat different from past years. Village Council representatives have in recent years been elected in even years, for rotating four-year terms. In 2020, three trustees and the Village President were elected. This year, on November 8, 2022, three (3) trustee positions will […]
Don’t miss Third Thursday events this week
It’s coming soon — this week’s Third Thursday in downtown Manchester will be the first of four exciting events this summer, filled with music, hayrides, kids’ activities, food, fun, shopping, and a variety of vendors. This month, the June 16 event will also include a robotics demonstration, historic walking tours of the downtown area, a […]
WCSO — May 2022 report of police services in the village
During the month of May there were 176 calls for service. During this time 67 traffic stops were made, resulting in 29 citations. Noteworthy events in Manchester Village during last month include: On May 3, a Collaboration Deputy was dispatched to Chi-Bro Park for a Malicious Destruction of Property incident. An unknown suspect(s) had damaged […]
Manchester fairy garden tour 2022 winners announced
submitted by Manchester Farmers Market The fairies have landed all over Manchester, and maps are available at Acorn! Join us in a three-mile tour from the west side to the east side of Manchester, exploring beautifully decorated fairy gardens throughout our village. We welcome all fairy folk, gnomes, and nature gifts. All are welcome to […]
Chelsea Hospital, Mood Lifters to offer mental health program for young adults
submitted by Marie Knoerl, Mood Lifters Starting on June 9, young adults living in communities in Chelsea Hospital’s service area have the opportunity to participate in a mental wellness program, entirely online, at a minimal cost to themselves through Chelsea Hospital as part of its response to increasing mental health needs in Michigan communities and […]
Children entering preschool or kindergarten? Hearing and vision screening is mandatory
submitted by Washtenaw County Health Department All children starting kindergarten or preschool must have their hearing and vision tested before starting school. The Washtenaw County Health Department offers free office appointments for hearing and vision screenings throughout the summer for children entering school in the fall. Appointments are currently available through August 2022. Call 734-544-6786 […]
‘Pure chaos’ in Michigan as FBI arrest, forgeries rock GOP governor primary
by Jonathan Oosting (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — Already rocked by a signature forgery scandal, Michigan’s Republican gubernatorial primary was upended again this week by the arrest of candidate Ryan Kelley, the promise of a write-in campaign by James Craig and new conspiracy claims about the upcoming election. It’s “pure chaos,” said Andrea Bitely, a Lansing-based strategist […]
