Michigan GOP approves election reforms. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s veto is next.
By Jonathan Oosting LANSING — Michigan Republicans attempting to tighten voting and election laws are about to get exactly what they want: A veto from Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. The GOP-led Michigan House on Thursday gave final approval to a sweeping plan that would toughen identification rules for in-person voting, require absentee ballot applicants to […]
Michigan schools would decide on opening before Labor Day under House bill
By Tracie Mauriello (Chalkbeat/Bridge Michigan) Mission Point Resort is a bustling Mackinac Island retreat where families swim, golf, play croquet, sip lavender lemonade and dine on seared walleye all summer. Come September, business falls off sharply as vacation season ends and children start school. That drop could happen sooner if state lawmakers repeal a law […]
It’s time for a grand opening party at the Manchester Market
Submitted by Kenny Frost on behalf of Acorn and the team at Manchester Market The team at the Acorn Farmers’ Market & Cafe would like to extend its gratitude to the Manchester community for making our soft opening a success. By announcing only to the local community via social media and the Manchester Mirror, we […]
Planning Commission and Council to consider changes at Market
A grand opening event will be held on Saturday at the Manchester Market, showcasing more than a year’s worth of work and planning on the part of all the involved partners — Super Perky Pantry, Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café, Grand River Butcher, Grand River Bakery, and Iorio Gelato. “I think this store is going […]
October is a month for celebrations at Manchester District Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library (MDL) will observe two month-long celebrations during October: Michigan Library Appreciation Month and TeenTober. Michigan Library Appreciation Month is a statewide observance sponsored by the Michigan Library Association (MLA) and libraries of all types across the state. Its purpose is to highlight the valuable ways […]
Underclass Students of the Month announced for September
submitted by the Manchester Junior/Senior High School In order to promote and acknowledge a positive school environment, the Manchester Junior/Senior High School staff are honoring a student in each grade this year. Recipients will be voted on by the entire junior/senior high school staff. The criteria for the award will be the same as it […]
Dutchmen add another to the “W” column
The Manchester Flying Dutch varsity football team had an interesting week that culminated in a Saturday night homecoming victory over the Hanover-Horton Comets, 24-14. “After a tough game the week before, and having the game postponed until Saturday, it would have been easy for our players to lose their focus and let up,” said head […]
Stories of Wil: Preparing for Homecoming Court
Wil is a 14-year-old boy with Down syndrome. He is the little brother, by 20 months, to twin sisters, Katherine and Elizabeth. Wil’s mom, Christie, knew very little about Down syndrome when Wil was diagnosed shortly after his birth. It didn’t take long for Christie to realize how enriching life with Down syndrome is. Embracing […]
Hoping to avoid Enbridge Line 5 shutdown, Canada asks U.S. to negotiate
by Kelly House (Bridge Michigan) The Canadian government wants a federal judge to halt Michigan’s efforts to shut down the Line 5 pipeline until Canadian and U.S. diplomats can talk it out. On Monday, a lawyer for the Canadian government alerted U.S. District Court Judge Janet Neff that Canada has officially invoked a 1977 treaty, part of […]
New redistricting map would give Democrats an edge in Michigan Senate
by Sergio Martínez-Beltrán (Bridge Michigan) LANSING—Michigan’s redistricting commission on Friday approved draft Senate boundaries that could give Democrats a solid shot at capturing the chamber next year. Democrats would have an edge in 20 of 38 seats, according to a commission analysis of the past 13 elections. That would flip the majority, as Republicans now […]
