Foam recycling set at WWRA January 14-16
submitted by Shawn Personke, Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority (WWRA) will host a winter Foam Recycle Weekend on January 14 to 16, 2022, continuing last year’s successful foam events that brought in over 2000 pounds of #6 foam. Bill Christen, WWRA volunteer and a long-time foam recycler, has a keen idea on […]
24/7 hotline for Washtenaw County substance use treatment support starting January 1
submitted by Sally Amos-O’Neal, Washtenaw County Community Mental Health (WCCMH) Beginning January 1, Washtenaw County residents who want substance use treatment support can call a 24/7 hotline, 734-544-3050, to receive an immediate screening, referral to a community-based provider, or guidance on how to get connected to services. The calls will be answered by licensed mental health and […]
Manchester Mirror’s Top Ten for ’21
It’s that time of year, when everyone takes stock of the past 12 months and looks ahead to what’s next. New Year’s Resolutions and “Top 10” lists are everywhere, and the Manchester Mirror is no exception. We have taken a look back at 2021 — the good and the bad — and determined what stories were […]
WCSO: November 2021 report of police activity in the Village
During the month of November, there were 139 calls for service. During this time, 71 traffic stops were made, resulting in 19 citations. Noteworthy events in Manchester Village during the month include: On November 18, a collaboration deputy responded to the 200 block of Wager Street for a report of a fraud. The complainant reported that […]
Letter to the Editor: Luminaria thanks
December 27, 2021 To the Editor: A special THANK YOU to all who participated in the Manchester Luminaria once again making the Village light up with peace and goodwill on Christmas Eve. Driving back through Manchester in the evening it was delightful to see the path lighted all the way down Main Street and up […]
Michigan nursing home staff shortage raises peril, adds to hospital woes
By Robin Erb, Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) MOUNT CLEMENS—The dining room at the Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility is empty these days. There is no one to staff it. A few doors down, veteran nurse Nora Kopek administers more than 400 COVID-19 tests a week to residents, staff, guests and vendors — no longer […]
Michigan OKs electricity rate cut to attract automotive battery factories
By Paula Gardner (Bridge Michigan) Michigan’s two largest utility companies now can offer large-scale industrial customers lower rates, a move that proponents say will boost the state’s chances to attract billions of dollars in advanced manufacturing investments. Members of the Michigan Public Service Commission on Wednesday voted unanimously to approve requests that DTE Energy and Consumers Energy made in […]
Feds authorize ‘game-changer’ anti-COVID pill as omicron hits Michigan
By Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) With the nation scrambling to blunt the spread of COVID, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave emergency authorization Wednesday to the first pill to fight the virus. The prescription-only treatment, Paxlovid, is a combination of two tablets, nirmatrelvir and ritonavir, which work together to gum up and ultimately stop the virus’ ability […]
Obituary: Ethel M. Wahr
Ethel Margaret Wahr, 96, of Grass Lake, went to be with her Savior on December 31, 2021. Ethel’s family held a private gathering and graveside committal with interment at Norvell Cemetery next to her beloved husband. A public gathering will be determined at a later date. She was born on October 29, 1925, in Manchester, […]
Obituary: Shirley Flint
Shirley L. (Ahrens) Flint, age 91, formerly of Manchester and Brooklyn, mom, grandma, and sister, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2021. Shirley was the daughter of Elmer Ahrens and Edith (Bruestle) Slane, born to them on September 15, 1930. She graduated with the class of 1949 from Manchester High School. She wasn’t just a […]
