Michigan police probe alleged voting equipment breach in Roscommon County
By Jonathan Oosting (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — Michigan State Police are investigating allegations of unauthorized voting equipment access in Roscommon County that may be related to ongoing attempts to undermine the 2020 presidential election, a spokesperson confirmed Friday. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson requested a probe on Thursday, with her office saying it had received […]
A Grand Rapids lake and the consequences of Michigan’s road salt addiction
By Kelly House (Bridge Michigan) On the surface, Church Lake looks like a shining example of the glacier-carved lakes that are Michigan’s pride, its clear shallows teeming with heron, turtles, frogs and fish. “It’s what’s lurking underneath that’s the issue,” said Ellen Foley, a graduate researcher studying the lake’s chemistry. Meters beneath its vibrant surface, […]
Disc golf coming to Manchester this summer
The Manchester Village Parks Commission has tossed around the idea of a disc golf course in one of the village parks for several years. It seems like this year, that idea may finally come to fruition. “We decided to jump on it quickly, before the opportunity was gone!” said Jeff Wallace, Village Manager. Commissioners had […]
Dutchmen start off the month on a winning note
After a rough month following the holiday break, the Flying Dutchmen are finding their groove and started off February with a 60-52 win over the East Jackson Trojans last Tuesday night. “We played our most complete game of the year,” said coach Zach Neal. “We played as a team with 20 assists on 24 made […]
Manchester Township winter taxes are due on February 14
submitted by Kim Thompson, Manchester Township Treasurer Winter property taxes are due no later than February 14, 2022. After February 14th, an interest penalty fee will be charged. Payments are posted as received, not the date on which the check is written or postmarked. Many residents have been experiencing slow mail delivery; please take that […]
Rescheduled Valentines events at Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café
After last week’s “big snow,” it was obvious that Thursday night’s Tea Towel maker event would need to be rescheduled to accommodate the needs of the leader and attendees. So, this Friday, February 11 at 5 pm, the talented Joy Matthews will bring her Apple Heart tea towel class to Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café. […]
Free ice skating party offered to area teens
Calling All Teens! It’s going to be a long winter, so what better way is there to deal with it than to get out and find some fun, physical activity by joining local teens at the Arctic Coliseum (501 Coliseum Drive, Chelsea) for free skating? Whether it’s winter or summer, ice skating can be a […]
Tax case concludes between 5 Healthy Towns Foundation and City of Dexter
submitted by 5 Healthy Towns Foundation After nine years and more than 20 judicial actions, the courts have finally brought a conclusion to property tax disagreements between 5 Healthy Towns Foundation and the City of Dexter. In 2012, 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) bought the Dexter Wellness Center from a for-profit business. Prior to the […]
St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea launches new Urgent Care inside hospital Emergency Department
submitted by St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea announced the launch of a new Urgent Care, conveniently located inside the hospital’s Emergency Department. Upon arrival to the Emergency Department and Urgent Care entrance, patients will be evaluated by St. Joe’s Chelsea medical personnel to determine whether they require an emergency room or an urgent care visit, […]
Obituary: Mary Alice Krzyzaniak
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Mary Alice Krzyzaniak (née O’Reilly), our loving and devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many whose lives she touched, on January 20, 2022. She went to her heavenly home while resting peacefully at her residence in Manchester, Michigan, surrounded by her devoted sons. […]
