Matilda, woman of mystery …
by Marsha Chartrand A volunteer, stopping in on Wednesday morning to begin her shift at Worth Repeating, was surprised to find a new occupant of the charity resale shop to greet her. The volunteer sent an anonymous tip to the Mirror and of course we had to track it down. So we checked in with […]
Restoring Michigan rivers by cleaning up, removing crumbling dams
by Lester Graham (Bridge Michigan via Michigan Public Radio) In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, building dams for electricity generation was the big new thing. Those hydroelectric dams provided power to nearby cities. But big companies found centralized coal-burning power plants could provide power to larger areas and make more money. Many of […]
Michiganders get nine new ‘I Voted’ stickers for the November election
by Jenelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) In an election year filled with memes and “vibes,” even the traditional “I Voted” sticker is getting a makeover. Michigan has approved nine new stickers that voters can wear after casting their ballots. The winning entries in the state’s first “I Voted” design contest range from funny and cute […]
Executive order signed in Michigan prioritizing grants for high-wage projects
by Josh Boak, Associated Press (via Bridge Michigan) President Joe Biden on Friday signed an executive order for federal grants that will prioritize projects with labor agreements, wage standards, and benefits such as access to child care and apprenticeship programs. Biden said the ideas in his order “are common sense.” “Economists have long believed that these good […]
Lifesaving doula services expanding for Michigan moms with help of Medicaid
by Daniel Schoenherr (Bridge Michigan) Every expectant parent should have access to a doula, Michigan’s maternal care experts say. But the parents who need those childbirth companions the most have historically had the least access. It’s the sort of service that medical leaders believe could save lives in Detroit. Doulas provide information and support to […]
As University of Michigan classes resume, so do pro-Palestinian demonstrations
by Isabel L0hman (Bridge Michigan) As the school year begins, pro-Palestinian demonstrators are continuing their calls for the University of Michigan to “divest” from financial investments that demonstrators say benefit Israel and its military. On Wednesday, demonstrators held a “die-in” at a university welcome event where students can meet different student groups. It was the third day […]
Michigan plots ‘drone zone’ to test package delivery tech of the future
by Paula Gardner (Bridge Michigan) Michigan aims to establish a “drone zone” running from Alpena to Camp Grayling in early 2025, creating a six-mile wide airspace to test technology it hopes ultimately will help make large-scale drone deliveries routine. The new drone corridor — the first in the state — will allow unmanned aircraft to […]
‘Let‘s Gather‘ for a unique vendor show
by Marsha Chartrand Heather Rathburn grew up on a mini farmstead that has always had a bit of a flavor of Greenfield Village to it. Her dad, Bob Mottice, has enjoyed building several buildings from the ground up, as well as restoring and rebuilding a number of vintage buildings on their property over the years, […]
Local Edward Jones branch office helps animals near and far
by Marsha Chartrand Again this year, Manchester’s Edward Jones branch office is doing a Day of Caring to give back to a cause that’s close to their heart and their home — The Humane Society of Huron Valley. Tammy James, branch administrator for Edward Jones–CFP® Colleen Newton, is organizing this effort for the office and […]
WCSO July 2024 police services monthly report
As reported by Lt. Alan Hunt, WCSO During the month of July there were 120 calls for service in the City of Manchester. During this time, 62 traffic stops were made, resulting in 5 citations. Noteworthy events in the City of Manchester during the month included: On July 5, a Collaboration Deputy responded to the […]
