Michigan is burning through EMTs and paramedics, leaving shortages
by Ted Roelofs (Bridge Michigan) In a remote pocket of the Upper Peninsula west of Marquette, Bay Ambulance Inc. normally counts on a staff of six paramedics to handle emergencies across 1,500 square miles of territory. That’s now down to four paramedics ─ a loss that can add critical minutes to emergency response times, while […]
Thank you, livestock buyers!
submitted by Denise Blumenauer, Manchester Community Fair It was a record year at the livestock auction and the livestock clubs would like to thank all of the buyers and sponsors at the 2021 Manchester Community Fair. Many of these kids use this money for future college expenses. Lamb Club Buyers: Other lamb buyers included: Manchester […]
Eric McCalla leaving for new position in Wayne-Westland schools
Manchester Junior-Senior High School principal Eric McCalla has been popular with students and staff during his four year tenure. Two weeks ago, he announced that he would be leaving Manchester Community Schools to take a position as Assistant Principal at Wayne Memorial High School in the Wayne-Westland district. “I’ll be serving in one role instead […]
Manchester Township board discusses broadband potential
submitted by Sybil Kolon All board members were present at the August 17 township board meeting. Also present were fire chief Bill Scully and county commissioner Shannon Beeman. Beeman provided an update on Washtenaw County’s broadband task force. Several townships have requested that the county dedicate $15 million of the county’s American Rescue Plan funds […]
Fairy Festival this week at Acorn’s Outdoor Market
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café is excited to announce the annual Fairy Festival at Acorn’s Outdoor Market this week … Come and join us for some Fairy Fun this Thursday, August 26, from 3-6:30 pm at Acorn’s Outdoor Market located at 455 W. Main Street! Fun-filled […]
Auction opens, chef’s menu announced for Farm to Table Dinner event
submitted by Shawn Personke for 5 Healthy Towns Calling all farmers’ market fans! The virtual auction benefiting the sixth annual 5 Healthy Towns Farm to Table Fabulous Feast has opened. And ticket sales for the dinner event supporting the Chelsea, Grass Lake, Dexter, Stockbridge, and Manchester farmers’ markets are now on sale. “We have so […]
Obituary: David F. Bonkowski
David Frank Bonkowski, 84, passed away Thursday, August 26, 2021 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. David’s family and friends will gather Wednesday, September 1, 2021 from 10 – 11 am at Eineder Funeral Homes — Manchester Chapel. His funeral service will follow at 11 am with. Fr. Bosco Padamattummal officiating. Burial will be at St. […]
Stories of Wil: True Blue Happiness
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 […]
Letter to the Editor: Crazy Cash thanks you for your support
August 22, 2021 To the Editor: More than 20 years ago the Manchester Kiwanis Club was looking for a fundraising event that would not only meet the needs of our community but would also bring several of our amazing volunteer groups together. When we created Crazy Cash we had no idea just how successful it […]
COVID boosters likely coming to Michigan in September. What to know.
by Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) COVID booster shots will be widely available starting Sept. 20, the White House announced Wednesday, as the Delta variant continues to tighten its hold across the nation and in Michigan. At least for now, boosters are recommended for anyone who received the two-dose Pfizer and Moderna shots, and will be available […]
