Battle brews in Michigan over waste from ‘biodigesters’ that slow-cook manure
by Keith Schneider, Circle of Blue (via BridgeMichigan) FREMONT, MI. — Anticipating a surge of funding for building manure biodigesters that capture methane for electricity and transportation fuels from millions of tons of farm animal wastes Michigan’s environmental agency last year drafted more rigorous operating rules to protect state waters from a new tide of […]
Fact-checking the Michigan economy: Prices up. So are wages. What’s true?
byMike Wilkinson (Bridge Magazine) As voters mull their choices in November, the economy dominates their thoughts. While it is doing well by most traditional measures, such as growth and unemployment, one metric dominates the mind of voters like Barbara Lawrence: the cost of food and everyday household i The 72-year-old from Lansing is on a fixed […]
Several Michigan campsites will be closed for renovations in ’25. See list
by Janelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) Early birds looking to book their favorite state campground for the 2025 season may notice that some popular locations are temporarily unavailable. Over a dozen day-use areas and campsites will be closed for all or part of the 2025 season, according to the Department of Natural Resources. Michiganders can reserve […]
“A matter of pride and honor”: Raising the flag at MHS games for 71 years
submitted by Rita Huber and Heidi Huber-Stein Chuck Steele, 94 years young, has been raising the flag at Manchester football games for 71 years. Chuck states, “It’s a matter of pride and honor.” After talking to Chuck at the first football game this year, Rita Huber decided his 71 years of helping raise the flag […]
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 […]
