Farmers Market plans last three events of season
by Marsha Chartrand As October falls and temperatures start to dip, it’s a great time to stock up on produce that can be stored or preserved. And don’t forget the hearty breads and pastries of autumn; a warm mug of coffee or tea; and the handcrafted gift items you’ve been eyeing and saving for these […]
Michigan election challengers face new rules to deter delays, disruptions
by Hayley Harding, Votebeat (via Bridge Michigam) Michigan poll challengers face stricter rules going into the November election, part of a wave of new requirements that aim to prevent some of the disruptions that marred the ballot counting process four years ago. Poll challengers — distinct from poll workers and poll watchers — are individuals […]
What’s in a name? Tom Izzo runs for Michigan House. No, not him
by Lauren Gibbons (Bridge Michigan) Michigan State University basketball coach Tom Izzo is not running for office. But voters in Michigan’s 74th state House district will see a Lansing man with that name — same spelling, different pronunciation — on their ballots running as a Republican against incumbent state Rep. Kara Hope, D-Holt. Tom Izzo […]
Audit finds DTE Electric and Consumers Energy outages ‘worse than average’
by Jenelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) DTE and Consumers Energy had “worse than average” service interruptions, restoration delays, and tree trimming cycles compared to other utility companies, according to an audit conducted by an independent party. The Michigan Public Service Commission said it hired Liberty Consulting Group, based in Pennsylvania, to audit both companies in 2022 “amid […]
Football: Rolling on through the Conference, Dutchmen grab another victory
by Marsha Chartrand Manchester rolled over its competitors from Napoleon in Game 4 of the season on Homecoming Friday night 36–14. The Dutch started play with Bubba Duffing returning a 30-yard kick from Napoleon and were off rushing to a series of first downs that led to their first touchdown and two-point conversion, completed by […]
WCSO — August 2024 police services monthly report
As reported by Lt. Alan Hunt, WCSO During the month of August 2024 there were 123 calls for service in the City of Manchester. During this time, 73 traffic stops were made, resulting in 5 citations. Noteworthy events in the City of Manchester during the month included: On August 2, a Collaboration Deputy responded to […]
Letter to the editor: Township responds to letter regarding fire-protection contract with City
September 20, 2024 As Supervisor of Manchester Township, I am disappointed with the hostile and disparaging tone of your September 17, 2024, letter [see letter embedded in Letter to the Editor: Township ignores City request for fire protection contract] that Mayor Vailliencourt publicly read at the September Township Board meeting. You accuse the Township of […]
Letter to the Editor: Township ignores City request for fire protection contract
September 20, 2024 On November 7, 2023, the residents of the Village of Manchester exercised their right, per the laws of the State of Michigan, and voted to become a city. Michigan State Law requires a division of assets between the Township and a newly created city. State Statute MCL 117.14 clearly defines the formula […]
Michigan’s mental health crisis extends beyond students: Teachers struggle, too
by Katie Finkbeiner for Capital News Service (via Bridge Michigan) LANSING – “When I was a teacher, I felt like I connected so much with the kids who were struggling, I felt like I took that home with me,” said Becky Halamka, a Negaunee Public Schools counselor and founder of Superior Educator Wellness Services. Before […]
As Michigan moves toward $15 minimum wage, workers rally to keep tip system
by Jordyn Hermani (Bridge Michigan) Michigan will move forward with plans to raise its minimum wage to nearly $15 an hour by 2028 but should delay a full phase out of the sub-minimum wage for tipped workers until 2030 under an amended order released Wednesday by the state Supreme Court. Responding to a request for […]
