Stories of Wil: Tunes of the Territory
submitted by Christie Taylor 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 […]
Gov. Whitmer urges Michigan schools to mask up, stops short of mandate
By Ron French, Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) With COVID-19 cases climbing and the return to classes less than a month away, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued guidance Wednesday urging — but not mandating — Michigan schools require masks for students and staff. The new guidance follows U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations that everyone […]
Michigan animal shelter blames economy for rising dog surrenders
By Makayla Coffee (Bridge Michigan) Loud barks and rustling cages erupt as a visitor enters the Shiawassee Humane Society The mid-Michigan animal shelter in Owosso is rapidly filling, its kennels teetering on the edge of its capacity with dogs ready for adoption — in many cases, after owners had to give them up because they couldn’t […]
Michigan buyers ask: Where are the cars? Microchip shortage decimates inventory.
By Paula Gardner (Bridge Michigan) If you’re looking for a new vehicle, you might find a dealer lot with many of them. You might even see one that you like. But as summer wears on, the odds get worse that you’ll be able to buy one. U.S. auto producers are still feeling the squeeze from […]
2022 Manchester Area Historical Society calendar now available
Over the last several months, the Manchester Area Historical Society (MAHS) has collected and published about 20 different stories of history-related “tidbits” about Manchester, and there are many more to come. These well-researched anecdotes will help to keep you informed about the movers and shakers of Manchester long ago. From noteworthy people, to iconic businesses, to […]
Sports equipment from the Wellness Center
submitted by Manchester Community Schools The Manchester Wellness Center, 5 Healthy Towns, and Manchester Community Schools invite all of our Manchester youth to check-out the “Sport Port” sports equipment check-out in the Wellness Center located at 710 E. Main Street located behind Riverside Intermediate School. Students of any grade can check-out fishing equipment, youth golf sets, […]
Young adults can gain career insights from Sneak Peek Speaker Series
The SummerWorks Career Sneak Peek Speaker Series, slated for August 9 through August 13, will feature 20 speakers from Michigan-based organizations to share their career experiences with Southeast Michigan young adults, ages 16-24. SummerWorks is Washtenaw County’s Summer Youth Employment Program, a 10-week summer employment and mentorship program that pairs local employers with young adults. […]
Take advantage of the fall planting season
Searching for plants for wildlife habitat, soil erosion control, water retention & filtration, wind buffers, reforestation, carbon sequestrations, shade trees, pollinators, or simply for natural beauty? Look no further than the Washtenaw County Conservation District’s Fall Tree and Native Plant sale. Fall can be a great time for planting, as the cooler temperatures and moist […]
August 2021 Gardening Advice
submitted by Jennifer Fairfield, Garden Mill and Manchester Community & School Gardens The weather in July certainly made gardening challenging. I don’t know what I liked the least — the heat, the humidity, the rain, or the mosquitoes! I’m glad things seem to be settling down a bit, at least for a little while, anyway. […]
Stories of Wil: I Wanna Hold Your Hand
submitted by Christie Taylor 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 […]
