Seven things to know about Gov. Whitmer’s debt-free college plan
by Ron French (Bridge) Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is pushing an ambitious revamp of Michigan’s college scholarship program. Administrative officials are working out details, and more changes likely would be at least debated in the Republican-led Legislature, which may or may not approve the proposal. Here’s what you need to know: Free community college for […]
Look to sales tax on gas to help fix Michigan roads, report suggests
By Lindsay VanHulle (Bridge) Michigan policymakers looking to find money to fix the state’s crumbling roads should consider untying the sales tax from gasoline sales, according to a new road-funding analysis released Tuesday. Doing so would allow lawmakers to increase the state gas tax by roughly 15.5 cents per gallon — replacing the estimated $894 million […]
Michigan environment roundup: PFAS found in 119 Michigan water systems
by Jim Malewitz (Bridge) Bridge Magazine is committed to sharing the best environmental journalism in and around Michigan, an effort called #EnviroReads. In Bridge’s Michigan Environment Watch, we share a roundup of recent stories on the Great Lakes or other issues. If you see a story we should include next time, use the hashtag #EnviroReads […]
Potential RV park for Manchester Township?
In October 2018, The Doan Companies submitted a site plan review to Manchester Township for a proposed Recreational Vehicle (RV) resort, to be known as ‘Hidden Lakes’ RV Resort, including 173 RV campsites and 24 individual cabins, with clubhouse and proposed RV storage area, to be built on a 61-acre property (Parcel Number P -16-01-100-008), […]
New pharmacist settling in at Manchester Pharmacy
In the middle of the coldest winter Manchester has seen in a very long time, Ilyad Basseri arrived from Virginia expecting the stereotypical ‘chilly’ Northern reception he’d been led to expect. “What I learned very quickly is that ‘southern hospitality’ is alive and well right here in Manchester,” he says with a smile. “In fact, in many ways […]
Rita Townsend to turn 100 on March 3rd
The key to longevity, says Rita Townsend, is to “treat your friends like you want to be treated and find the good in every person.” No wonder she’s lived to be 100 years old. Despite many hardships in her life, this petite lady, a 67-year resident of Manchester, has been living by this Golden Rule […]
Senior Grant Tungate hits 112 career wins, qualifies for state finals
The senior year is always an exciting one, as students seem to reach an increasingly varied set of milestones each week. Student athletes, too, are no exception to this phenomenon. The Class of 2019 had one of its student athletes reach a significant milestone earlier this season, as Grant Tungate–son of Tara Bunn and Marty Tungate–won his 100th career match earlier this month, while wrestling at 135#. […]
Wrestlers ready as season begins to wind down
It’s been a banner year for the Manchester High School wrestling team. So far this year, three juniors and one senior have hit the 100-win mark in their wrestling career. The wrestling team this year has claimed both District and Regional titles and is preparing to compete at Team State competition next weekend in Kalamazoo. Coach […]
142nd Alumni Banquet set for June 15
submitted by Paul Heinrich, Class of 1969 The Manchester Alumni Association is proud to announce the 142nd Alumni Banquet, to be held on Saturday, June 15th, 2019 at Manchester High School which is located at 20500 Dutch Drive. Social hour will begin at 5 pm with dinner being served at 6:30 pm. The classes of […]
Manchester Community Dance set for March 2
There’s going to be a community dance–and you are invited! Just what, exactly, is a community dance? Traditionally, it’s an opportunity to gather together and share a fun activity in your own community. That sounds easy enough, but what is not so easy is getting the word out and making the entire community feel welcome. […]
