Suit: Michigan home for troubled girls a ‘house of horrors,’ rife with abuse
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here.” by Jordyn Hermani (Bridge Michigan) Former residents of a Michigan home for at-risk girls say they suffered serious psychological, physical and sexual abuse in the […]
Jocelyn Benson: Ban Michigan utility spending to influence politicians
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here.” by Lauren Gibbons (Bridge Michigan) Michigan Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Jocelyn Benson said Friday she wants to ban regulated utilities from spending to “influence or elect […]
Should Michigan follow Mississippi and retain 3rd graders to boost literacy?
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here.” by Isabel Lohman (Bridge Michigan) With Michigan ranking below most other states in fourth-grade literacy, some education advocates are calling on the state to bring […]
Local track & field star awarded Hall of Fame
by Marsha Chartrand Eric Walter, a graduate of Manchester High School and a famed performer at local fairs, festivals, and parades, was recently awarded as a Hall of Fame national track star at Siena Heights University in Adrian. The March 21 ceremonies recognized the final awardees, since the University is set to close in June. […]
Horning Farms’ Craft Show growing by the year
by Marsha Chartrand Horning Farms, located at 11834 Pleasant Lake Rd, is hosting its fourth annual Spring Craft Show on Saturday, May 9, from 11am to 3pm. Stop by to view booths featuring local artists and craftsmen. Admission is free. From delicious baked goods to lovely silk flower arrangements; fresh local honey to beginner rocket […]
Three months, 7 bills: Michigan lawmakers moving slow as campaign season looms
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here.” by Jordyn Hermani (Bridge Michigan) Michigan’s politically divided Legislature is off to another historically slow start, sending Gov. Gretchen Whitmer just seven bills through the […]
Beyond books: Michigan libraries reinventing role as reading wanes
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here.” by Janelle D.James (Bridge Michigan) A visitor walking into one of Michigan’s nearly 400 public library systems may leave with more than a book. They […]
Michigan betting that space is next frontier to create jobs
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here.” by Paula Gardner, Bridge Michigan When the US this month sent its first crewed rocket mission into space in 50 years, Michigan-made products went along […]
Meet the team: Track and Field season preview
submitted by Michael Coltre, Coach, Manchester Track and Field The weather has started to improve, everything is muddy, and the grass is starting to turn green. Yes, folks, another spring sports season is upon us! Extra excitement surrounds our Manchester Track and Field team as they are set to compete on their brand-new Track and […]
Manchester Dutch Track and Field schedule
submitted by Michael Coltre, Coach, Manchester Track and Field 2026 Track and Field Varsity Season Schedule Friday, April 10, 2:45pm — Napoleon Invitational – EQ* Tuesday, April 14, 4:30pm — at Grass Lake vs Leslie Double Dual Friday, April 17, 2:30pm — Ralph Rice at Parma Western – EQ Tuesday, April 21, 4:30pm — at […]
