Gebauer named Washtenaw 100 Officer of the Year
by Marsha Chartrand “I’m pleased to announce that our own Sergeant Joel Gebauer was awarded as the 2024 Outstanding Law Enforcement Officer of the Year for Washtenaw County last night at the Washtenaw 100 Dinner,” said City Manager Michael Sessions in a communiqué to Manchester City Council and staff on Friday, October 25. Gebauer was […]
St. Thomas Christian Preschool opens for 3 and up
submitted by Elissa Holleran Weidmayer Jesus said, “Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it.” And He took them in His arms and blessed them, […]
Michigan winter may be warm — and wet
by Jenelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) Michiganders wary of bitter cold winters may be in luck this year, because temperatures in parts of the state are expected to be warmer than average. But heavier precipitation could still bring snow. Much of the eastern part of the state, including the Thumb, has a 33%-40% chance of […]
Women run Michigan but remain outnumbered in Lansing. Parity may wait
by Lauren Gibbons (Bridge Michigan) Women candidates in Michigan have made historic gains in recent election cycles, sweeping statewide offices and boosting numbers in the state Legislature. But with the Nov. 5 election fast approaching, advocates say their hopes for a women-majority Legislature may have to wait as they instead seek to hold ground this cycle. “Unless […]
Michigan per-capita income lags again; ‘it’s the lowest we’ve ever been’
by Paula Gardner (Bridge Michigan) Michigan continues to lag the nation in per capita income, ranking toward the bottom of states in the measure of prosperity, according to new figures compiled by the federal government. The state’s per capita income increased to $61,144 in 2023 from $58,009. Michigan remains 12.4% below the national rate, which rose to $69,815 from $66,220 […]
Rain garden to add beauty, functionality to Kirk Park
by Marsha Chartrand Manchester is very fortunate to have one of its own helping to create a new landscape close to downtown that will improve the future of the entire community. Lisa DuRussel is a landscape architect, professor, and member of the University of Michigan Ginsberg community. She is a trailblazer in the ecological and […]
Sharon Church invites community to help pack beans and rice for Haiti
submitted by Sharon Church Please join Sharon Church for a hands-on mission project supporting I92 Ministries on November 8, 2024, at 7pm in the Fellowship Hall at 19980 W Pleasant Lake Rd. We invite the community to help our team of volunteers fill bags with beans and rice for shipment to Haiti. If you’re interested […]
Free, family-friendly concert at Sharon Church
submitted by Sharon Church Mitch McVicker is coming to Sharon Church on November 6, 2024, at 7pm. McVicker’s vocational musical journey began by working with the late, great Rich Mullins. They performed concerts and wrote songs together. McVicker’s concert is a little bit Mark Twain meets MacGyver. His quirky and inventive approach features insightful song […]
Chelsea Hospital establishes grief and loss support group
submitted by Chelsea Community Hospital Experiencing grief? Please join us with the Chelsea Hospital Behavioral Health Navigators for a 10-week grief and loss support group. Participants will join in learning activities while creating positive and supportive relationships with each other during our 10-week time together. This group hopes to allow a safe place to share […]
Youth & Adult Mental Health First Aid virtual trainings set
submitted by Chelsea Community Hospital Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among youth. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to support youth in your community. Learners complete a two-hour, self-paced online course and participate in one 5-hour, in-person, […]
