Obituary: Bill Richardson
William E. Richardson, aged 76, passed away peacefully at his home in Colorado Springs, CO on December 2, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born to William Murray Richardson and Dealoris Emily (Steele) Richardson on June 25, 1947 in Tecumseh, Michigan, William “Bill” was a loving, dedicated husband, a loving father, and a proud grandfather and […]
Michigan bet big on online gambling. We’re now No. 1
by Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) Michigan is the No. 1 state for online gambling after an explosive 22% jump last year, according to data compiled by the American Gaming Association and released this week. Bettors wagered a combined $1.92 billion through online gaming in Michigan last year — about $115,000 more than in No. 2 […]
Michigan’s 4-year high school graduation rate rises for second year
by Lori Higgins (Chalkbeat) and Isobel Lohman (Bridge Michigan) The state posted new graduation and dropout rates for the Class of 2023 last Friday morning. The statewide high school graduation rate was 81.77% in 2023, the second year in a row the rates have increased and a promising sign that students are continuing to recover from […]
What to know about the April 8 total solar eclipse in Michigan
by Janelle D James (Bridge Michigan) The total solar eclipse coming on April 8 will be the first one visible from Michigan in 70 years. While most people will have to drive or fly to see it, a small part of the state does fall on the edge of the eclipse’s path. A total solar eclipse occurs when the […]
Senior citizens still hoping “home” is just around the corner
by Marsha Chartrand “Our main purpose is just to keep the services going and eventually to be able to provide new services to the seniors and to the community,” said Pat Vailliencourt, speaking about the proposed senior center at 912 City Road that is still in the planning stages with City Council. When initial cost […]
State grant provides $300,000 toward lead line replacements
by Marsha Chartrand The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) recently announced $65.9 million in MI Clean Water Grants to help communities upgrade water infrastructure and protect health and the environment. The City of Manchester was the recipient of a $300,000 grant, earmarked by State Sen. Jeff Irwin and obtained through the […]
Sen. Jeff Irwin holds coffee hour in Clinton
by Marsha Chartrand At a coffee hour hosted by the Clinton Township Public Library on February 17, State Senator Jeff Irwin, who represents the City of Manchester, Manchester Township and Bridgewater Township, started off talking about Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s recently released budget projections for the 2024–25 fiscal year, noting that this early start would help […]
Obituary: Margret Louise Heckaman
Margret Louise Shankland Heckaman, 95, of Manchester, passed away February 21, 2024. Margret’s family and friends will gather from 2 to 4pm Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Emanuel Church of Christ in Manchester, Michigan. Her funeral service will immediately follow at 4pm. Reverend Gene Blair will serve as celebrant. Margret was born on June 27, […]
Whitefish are on brink in Michigan. Can they learn to love rivers to survive?
by Kelly House (Bridge Michigan) MANCELONA — Northern Michigan’s beloved whitefish are in peril. For decades, the fish have struggled to breed on the rocky reefs of lakes Michigan and Huron, where their eggs are under attack by invasive species and other threats. Some scientists fear a collapse in just a few years, which could […]
How to get free tuition from Michigan colleges and universities
by Isabel Lohman (Bridge Michigan) Many people looking to attend college or university in Michigan can attend school for virtually free. Several Michigan schools offer tuition-free guarantees that use a combination of federal, state and university funds to pay for tuition. Students may have other costs such as supplies and housing. The new Michigan Achievement Scholarship, […]
