Poll: 3 in 10 in Michigan reluctant to take a free COVID-19 vaccine
by Robin Erb (Bridge) If a COVID-19 vaccine were approved and available for free, 3 in 10 Michiganders would probably take a pass, according to a new survey. That’s a concern for health officials who say Michigan can’t beat the potentially deadly virus until the state develops herd immunity against it. Residents surveyed who said […]
Edenville Dam owners file for bankruptcy, blaming regulators for floods
by Mike Wilkinson, Kelly House (Bridge) Companies that operate a mid-Michigan dam that failed in May have filed for bankruptcy protection, blaming the regulators for the tragedy and nearby homeowners for failing to help pay for repairs. Facing a host of class-action lawsuits after massive floods damaged 2,500 homes around Midland, Boyce Hydro LLC and […]
Obituary: Robert C. Dunn
Robert Carter Dunn, 63, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2020 at his home in Manchester. He was born on November 2, 1956, in Welch, West Virginia to Jerry and Nina (Parson) Dunn. Rob graduated from Brighton High School in 1979. Rob worked for Martinrea in Manchester for the last 29 years, where he developed numerous […]
Obituary: Eugene N. Liedel
Eugene N. “Sonny” Liedel, 82, of Manchester passed away on Friday, August 7, 2020 in Ann Arbor. Born on August 23, 1937, in Monroe, he was the son of Eugene Carl and Ruth Hester (Morey) Liedel. On February 9, 1963, he was united in marriage to Flora Ann Brewer. Eugene served his country as an […]
Manchester Township sets virtual meeting, 8/11
Amid the corona virus crisis, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued Executive Order No. 2020-15 allowing local governments to hold meetings through remote access technology. The Township of Manchester regular meeting will be Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at 7:00 pm via telephone conference calling. To attend Manchester Township Board Meeting, the public may call 313- 209-3070 […]
Cisco — Home and safe at last
Thanks to the many neighbors, friends, and complete strangers who took an interest and continued to help search for Cisco, the Earhart family’s lost dog, he is home with his family and readjusting to his “new” life. “We couldn’t have done this without the help and generosity of so many folks in the surrounding areas,” […]
Farm to Table event to benefit five local farmers’ markets
The fifth annual 5 Healthy Towns Farm to Table Fabulous Feast is back. Well, not exactly back. Let’s say, “Interrupted!” Like so much of life in 2020, this event – celebrating Eating Better and Eating Local – has been modified to meet the challenge. “We’ve moved to a virtual auction,” said Suzi Greenway, chair of […]
Stories of Wil: This is how we teen
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 Down syndrome is. Embracing […]
Postal delays could cause trouble for Michigan’s primary election
by Riley Beggin (Bridge) Michigan is one of 13 states with an absentee ballot request deadline close enough to the election that there’s a “high risk” ballots won’t be delivered to voters before the election, according to an audit by the U.S. Postal Service’s internal watchdog. The findings came shortly before a national policy change […]
Michigan gym owners: Keeping us closed amid COVID harms public health
by Jonathan Oosting (Bridge) LANSING — Michigan gym owners fighting for their livelihood amid a continued closure order from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer argue they could reopen safely – and help fight COVID-19 at the same time. Exercise is one of the most effective ways to prevent underlying medical conditions such as obesity and high blood […]
