Final Passport event includes a special fund-raiser for Riverfolk
There’s nothing like Michigan in the fall. Fresh apples and cider are the perfect accompaniment to the turning of the leaves. Tour the historic Alber Orchard and Cider Mill this Saturday to learn about cider production, and enjoy a presentation on the Bethel Church Road area settlement and Native American trails provided by the Manchester […]
Varsity celebrates its first win of the season
The Manchester Flying Dutchmen are flying high on the crest of a tsunami-level rout of the East Jackson Trojans Friday night. “We came out sluggish in the first half, but turned things around in the second,” said head coach Ben Pack. “I was pleased to see our players play up to their potential. We play […]
Chamber Corner: What is the Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce?
Submitted by Tammy Melcher for the Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce Many people ask what is the Manchester Chamber of Commerce (MACC), and what do they do? The Chamber is a group of business owners and individuals who are committed to promoting, supporting, and improving the Manchester business community. We believe that when you have […]
Freedom Township draws large turnout at Sept. 18 safety event
submitted by Carol Westfall, Freedom Township resident Nearly 60 residents sat under tents at the Freedom Township Hall on a beautiful September day and listened to 20 local, county, state, and federal safety experts, as well as employees of six pipeline companies, discuss safety issues and answer questions. This event was organized by Freedom Township […]
WCSO: August 2021 report of police activity in the Village
During the month of August 2021 there were 153 calls for service. During this time, 82 traffic stops were made resulting in 15 citations. Noteworthy events in Manchester Village during the month include: On August 6, a collaboration deputy responded to the area of E. Austin and City Road for a report of a hit-and-run […]
5 Healthy Towns Foundation issues request for proposal for regional planning
Submitted by 5 Healthy Towns The 5 Healthy Towns Foundation is accepting proposals for regional interventions that address isolation, food access, and/or physical activity opportunities in the 5 Healthy Towns service area (Chelsea, Dexter, Grass Lake, Manchester, and Stockbridge.) Up to $500,000 will be made available over the next three years to support interventions that […]
Stories of Wil: From Monday to Friday in 60 minutes
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 […]
Few incumbents are safe in Michigan’s draft congressional district maps
by Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) Michigan’s congressional delegation could face sweeping changes in 2022 that have nothing to do with shifting political winds. The first draft maps designed by a nonpartisan citizens redistricting commission appear to pit seven of Michigan’s 14 incumbents against one another, which could force them to square off in primaries, move or run […]
ERs nearly full; Beaumont asks patients to go elsewhere if possible
by Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) Worsening staff shortages, coupled with a surge in patients with a litany of medical needs, prompted Beaumont Health last Wednesday to begin asking the public to seek emergency care elsewhere when possible. The Southfield-based system also temporarily closed down 180 beds throughout its eight-hospital system, stepped up a call for blood […]
5 things on the minds of Michigan businesses eyeing Biden vaccine mandate
by Paula Gardner (Bridge Michigan) Michigan’s large employers join businesses across the U.S. in awaiting details on President Joseph Biden’s plan to set COVID-19 vaccination mandates that would affect about half of the state’s workers. The vaccine requirement — which also allows employees to submit to weekly testing if they are unwilling to get a […]
