Stories of Wil: A new flight path
Submitted by Christie Taylor Wil is a 13-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 […]
Michigan lawmakers expand unemployment benefits, pass business COVID liability
by Jonathan Oosting (Bridge) Michigan’s Legislature worked deep into the morning Wednesday, as Republican leaders announced a deal with Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to continue expanded unemployment insurance eligibility and provide businesses with new legal protections against COVID-19 lawsuits. Unemployment insurance was among the most pressing issues of the marathon session, which saw the House work […]
After possible Ice Age discovery, group urges halt to Line 5 tunnel
by Kelly House (Bridge) As Michigan considers allowing Enbridge Energy to build a tunnel for its oil pipeline under the Straits of Mackinac, a group wants to halt the process, citing the possible discovery of archaeological artifacts near the pipeline. The recent discovery, first reported by Detroit Free Press, was made by a group, most […]
Proposal 1 ballot measure would change rules on Michigan parks fund
by Kelly House (Bridge) Lansing Parks and Recreation Director Brett Kaschinske is proud to oversee a system that boasts more parks per capita than almost every major U.S. city. But with 111 parks in the city’s ownership, he said, finding money to update and improve them has become a bigger priority than adding more land […]
Obituary: Edwin T. Walz
Edwin Thomas Walz, 80, passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Chelsea. He was born on July 30, 1940, in Norvell, Michigan to Oscar and Daisy B. (Mellatt) Walz. Eddie married the love of his life, Judith Kirk, on June 10, 1961, at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church in Manchester. […]
Obituary: David J. Heslip
David James Heslip, 69, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2020. He was born on June 10, 1951, in Tecumseh, Michigan to James and Elva (Cannon) Heslip. David was a Manchester High School Alumni, graduating in 1969 and a member of the FFA (Future Farmers of America). After graduation, he attended the Michigan State University Agriculture […]
Despite challenges, Bezeau sees the bright side when telling Manchester’s story
Starting his 25th year in public education this fall, Dr. Brad Bezeau is jumping head first into a new job under very tough circumstances. But he’s “a pretty positive person,” he says, and that’s exactly how he is approaching the position of Superintendent of Schools at Manchester Community Schools … in the middle of a […]
Carrying on a tradition: Everything’s coming up orchids
Kristen Uthus was a professor of Ecology and Biology at the University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan University, when she happened to meet Dr. Glenn Lehr in 2012 at the Farmer’s Market in Manchester. “He had a small display of his orchids at the market, and I was fascinated,” she explains. “So, he invited me […]
Local potter to open outdoor studio
submitted by Phil Cecconie David Nelson of David Nelson Pottery is announcing the opening of his new outdoor studio/gallery on Saturday, Oct. 17, located at 319 Morgan St. in Manchester. What was once just an unsightly asphalt parking space in the front corner of the building, has been transformed into a small courtyard adjacent to […]
Absentee ballots arriving at Manchester Township homes
submitted by Heather Barthell The ballots are on the way. Danell Proctor, Manchester Township Clerk, began mailing them to area residents the week of September 28. She expected requests to run high for November’s general election and has already seen a spike for absentee ballot requests. “It’s going to be very busy,” Proctor said. As […]
