Marsha Chartrand

Careful out there. Snow, cold equal more visits to Michigan emergency rooms

by Janelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) With yet another round of fresh snow blanketing the state, winter’s in high gear in Michigan — and, inevitably, that means steady business for emergency rooms and urgent-care centers across the state. While data on winter-related trips to the ER isn’t readily available, doctors tell Bridge they see an […]

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City Council appoints Amelia Woods to fill vacancy

by Marsha Chartrand In light of the recent resignation of 25-year trustee, Patrick DuRussel, in in early January, Manchester City Council was designated with the responsibility to name his replacement at the soonest possible time. Applications for the Council seat were accepted by the City office until close of business on Friday, January 21 with […]

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City denies overflow parking for wrestling tournament, proposes replacing blight ordinance

by Marsha Chartrand Five Council members were in attendance at the February 3 meeting. Missing were Way and DuRussel (resigned). Visitors included Sharon Jones and Amelia Woods, candidates to fill the vacancy left by DuRussel. Also visiting was Eileen Peck, a newly elected Washtenaw Community Council Trustee. City Council was presented with a request by […]

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Boys’ and girls’ varsity basketball teams look to finish season strong

Boys’ and girls’ varsity basketball teams look to finish season strong

submitted by Will Gross This has been a season of growth for Manchester’s boys’ and girls’ varsity basketball teams. Featuring new coaches and rosters loaded with young talent, each team has seen their share of highs and lows as they battle through the Cascades Conference. However, both squads have had some of their strongest performances […]

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Flu cases surging in Michigan. What to know and how to stay safe

by Janelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) If it seems like everybody around you these days is getting sick, it may not be your imagination. Flu cases have been surging in Michigan and throughout the country. As of Jan. 25 — the latest data available — nearly 8% of patients who visited emergency rooms and urgent-care […]

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Whitmer’s $84B plan for Michigan schools, housing and more: What to know

by Jordyn Hermani (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Wednesday proposed an $83.5 billion budget her administration said would help make the state more affordable for families and help students, seniors, the environment and more. The second-term Democrat’s spending proposal for next fiscal year is $1 billion larger than the $82.5 billion budget […]

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Michigan winter: No better time to jump in lakes? Why cold plunges are so hot

by Laura Herberg (Bridge Michigan) HOLLAND — The long icy pathway opened like a red carpet, beckoning about a dozen people last week to the shores of Lake Michigan at Holland State Park. They avoided the park’s iconic lighthouse, making their way instead to a snowy cove. A clump of snow, the size of a bean […]

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Making progress on senior/community center

by Marsha Chartrand There is daily progress being made on the new Senior/Community Center located on the lower level of City Hall, 912 City Rd, and the contractor is planning for an April occupancy date. “Next week, the schedule is for plumbing and electrical installation,” said senior director Pat Vailliencourt. “After that, things will move […]

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Fugate twins place fourth in U.S. Figure Skating Championship

by Marsha Chartrand It was a triumphant week for the Fugate twins, ending with a pewter medal and current ranking of fourth place in the nation for their efforts in ice dancing at the 2025 U.S. Figure Skating Championship, which ran January 20–26 in Wichita, Kan. Afterward, Warren, Clara, and their mom, Michelle Fugate, boarded […]

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Photos: Men’s Club 2025 Ice skating party

Photos: Men’s Club 2025 Ice skating party

submitted by Andy Mahony, Manchester Men’s Club The Manchester Men’s Club annual skate party was a huge success. We had over 50 people show up, served 100 hot dogs, and good times were had by all in attendance. Special thanks to The Village Tap for donating the hot dogs! Our next event will be a […]

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