How do Michigan universities compare on COVID outbreaks? Hard to tell
by Sammy Sussman (Bridge) ANN ARBOR—The University of Michigan’s COVID-19 Data webpage is sleek, interactive and fashioned in the school colors of maize and blue. On the site, students, parents and the public can see the number of coronavirus cases reported on campus each week since March, COVID tests given per week and positivity rates […]
Michigan officials have dwindling faith in an accurate census count
by Bisma Parvez (Bridge) The 2020 Census has had all the cards stacked against it: a pandemic that has caused confusion on where to respond and stopped most in-person events, a shortened timeline, an executive order calling for the exclusion of undocumented residents, an increased mistrust of government, and so much more. So it should […]
Militias, far-right groups recast selves as mainstream at Lansing gun rally
by Jonathan Oosting (Bridge) LANSING — Michigan militia members say they are trying to take their movement mainstream, fashioning themselves as a private security force willing to defend against protests over racial injustice and police brutality that have turned violent in some parts of the state and country. Dozens of armed members from various militias, […]
Cruising in (your choice of) a Corvair
Ron Mann’s first car was a white four-door 1963 Chevrolet Corvair, bought brand-spanking new off the showroom floor at Tirb Chevrolet (131 Adrian Street). But it wasn’t his last Corvair–not by a long shot. He has bought and sold several more Corvairs over the years, a hobby he considers “relatively inexpensive” as collector cars go. […]
“Tiny houses” set for review by Manchester Township planning commission
The Sept. 3 joint meeting of the Manchester Township board and planning commission continued its discussion of planning issues with planner John Enos talking about a rather new topic of tiny homes. Currently the township has no ordinances specifically regulating tiny houses. In the past they may have been called “accessory dwellings” or “mother-in-law lodging,” […]
Manchester Township votes to file lawsuit
by Sybil Kolon, Community Reporter Corps The September 8 township board meeting was held in person at the Carr Park pavilion. All board members were present, as well as fire chief Bill Scully and zoning administrator Carl Macomber. A few other members of the public were present, including Village President Pat Vailliencourt. The minutes of […]
Freedom Township officials, Rep. Donna Lasinski discuss local issues
submitted by Carol Westfall On a beautiful Sunday afternoon, September 13, more than 40 area residents turned out for the Pleasant Lake Property Owners (PLPOA) annual meeting held on the lawn of Freedom Township Hall. Representative Donna Lasinski (D-52) and other local officials discussed lake and Freedom Township developments. Rep. Lasinski relayed her efforts to […]
Boys’ varsity soccer starts off season with two wins
submitted by Scott Somerville The Manchester High School Boys Varsity Soccer Team kicked off 2020 competition on September 9 with an away match vs. Michigan Center. On a pleasantly cool summer evening, the Flying Dutchman overcame a 0-1 deficit with 13 minutes left in the second half to win 2-1. After senior Adam Pringle converted […]
Senior meals continue this fall
submitted by Betty Cummings, Manchester Area Senior Citizens Council, Inc. Delicious, nutritious meals are once again being served at 12 noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Emanuel United Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, located at 324 West Main Street in beautiful downtown Manchester. The Manchester Area Senior Citizens Council, Inc., sponsors the meals that are […]
