MTFD to host Fire Prevention Week open house on Sunday
submitted by Jeff Mann, captain, the Manchester Township Fire Department The Manchester Township Fire Department is hosting an open house on Sunday, October 12, from 1pm to 3pm to promote “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.” The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA® ) — the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW™) […]
Another successful Manchester PTO Fun Run
submitted by Melissa Yekulis, teacher, Luther C. Klager Elementary School The weather was perfect last Friday, September 26, when Riverside and Luther C. Klager students participated in the annual Fun Run. Fun Run is a fundraiser sponsored by the PTO that supports both buildings in the school district. The Fun Run started with a chance […]
Chief: Michigan church shooting ‘an evil act and does not define Grand Blanc’
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here (https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).” by Robin Erb and Lauren Gibbons, Bridge Michigan GRAND BLANC — A marquee at Grand Blanc High School last Monday read: “WeAre#GB.” This tight-knit community […]
Michigan schools budget: free meals, record funding, safety upgrades
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here (https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).” by Lauren Gibbons and Isabel Lohman, Bridge Michigan Michigan approved a $24.12 billion education budget early Friday morning, agreeing to record high per-pupil funding, no-cost […]
10-digit dialing required in Detroit as 679 joins iconic 313 area code
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here (https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).” by Janelle D. James, Bridge Michigan Starting Tuesday, Detroit residents will need to dial all 10 digits, including the area code, for local calls, even […]
Farm Bureau hosts agricultural “trick or treat” at Council Grounds
by Marsha Chartrand Looking for a unique, free event in the area to add to your Halloween season? Families can experience the Washtenaw County Farm Bureau’s agriculture-themed, trick-or-treat-style event on Tuesday, October 21, from 6:30pm to 7pm, at the Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds — Building D, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd., in Ann Arbor. Enjoy Michigan’s […]
Michigan church shooting: At least 4 dead, plus suspect. Grand Blanc mourns
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here (https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).” by Lauren Gibbons and Robin Erb, Bridge Michigan GRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP — A Michigan community mourned Sunday after a gunman rammed his truck into the […]
Case may decide if Michigan schools must tell parents of kids’ gender identity
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here (https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).” by Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) A federal judge last week allowed a west Michigan lawsuit to proceed that could have broad implications for whether public […]
Obituary: Christine Honer
Christine Ethel Honer, 81, from Manchester, Mich., passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at her home surrounded by family. Christine’s family and friends will gather from 4 to 7pm, on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Eineder Funeral Homes — Manchester Chapel and from 10 to 11am, on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at the Emanuel […]
PHOTO: New business in downtown expected today!
by Marsha Chartrand New signage for the front and refurbishing of the old Peoples Bank clock glass has made ready the bank building at 135 E Main for a “soft opening” for Bank Michigan on Monday morning. Rick Northrup, CEO of Bank Michigan, was on the scene from his office in Onsted, and he shared […]
