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 […]
Making art accessible
Open in the Manchester Mill since February, Danielle Felczak is “super happy to be here,” doing what she most loves to do here in her adopted hometown. “It’s surprisingly delightful,” she says of her new business, Adorned Art Tattoo Collective, and its location overlooking the River Raisin. “I wasn’t sure what to expect, but people […]
Freedom township board invites public to safety event
In 2017, Freedom Township formed a committee headed up by Freedom Township Planning Commissioner, Matt Little, with the goal of creating an emergency preparedness plan tailored for the township. Little and his team worked to create a detailed plan of action for the township to better prepare for possible challenges and emergencies that might occur […]
Final Third Thursday event of the season this week
Come downtown this Thursday evening for the last 3rd Thursday event of the season! This Thursday, September 16th from 5 to 8 pm, come enjoy entertainment, food, shopping, kid activities, and more! Spend time downtown enjoying live rockabilly music by John Louis Good and the Rose City Troubadours on the Mill porch, belly dancing performances […]
Emanuel UCC to offer ham dinner
After taking the summer off for ice cream, the congregation of Emanuel Church will once again be offering their monthly public dinner meals this fall. Take a break from the kitchen, while still letting your family enjoy a “home-style” meal, by heading for Emanuel Church from 4:30 – 7 pm on Wednesday, Sept. 22. This […]
Dutch edge closer to the “W” column
The varsity Flying Dutchmen improved their performance in Friday night’s road game hosted by the Napoleon Pirates, but have yet to bring home a win this season. The gridders fought hard, said head coach Ben Pack, before falling to Napoleon in the final minutes of the game. Kannon Duffing retained his status to lead in […]
Varsity soccer team starts off the season strong
Submitted by Scott Somerville The Manchester High School boys varsity soccer team kicked off the regular season on August 23 and have played five games through the second full week of the school year. The first game, against the visiting Royals from Blissfield, initiated the season with an impressive 6-1 victory for the Flying Dutchmen. […]
