Climate change is erasing Michigan winters, taking our heritage with them
by Kelly House (Bridge Michigan) Most snowmobile trails aren’t groomed until there’s at least 8 inches of snow on the ground. It’s 6 inches for a cross-country ski trail. Walking on a frozen lake requires 4 inches of clear ice. And it’s hard to control a dogsled when daily thaws turn the trail into a sheet […]
Michigan’s charters, virtual schools buck trend in falling enrollment
by Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) Michigan’s public schools continued to see enrollment drop in 2023 in a sign that most students who left during the first two years of the pandemic have not returned. Public schools lost nearly 62,000 students in the fall of 2020, as parents reacted to decisions to keep classes online or […]
More than 31,000 pounds of trash collected from Michigan rivers, streams in '23
by Janelle D James (Bridge Michigan) Electric scooters, an unopened safe and a recliner are just some of the 31,200 pounds of trash that volunteers pulled from Michigan's rivers and streams in 2023, according to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. Nearly a dozen organizations across the state received funding from EGLE […]
Demolition at 134 Adrian Street complete
Story and photos by Marsha Chartrand There is a long and storied history to the home at 134 Adrian Street. No one actually knows the whole story, but it was not always a burned-out, blighted property sitting alone in the middle of what is now a parking lot. But that is how most people will […]
Worth Repeating’s February window honors “90-plus” residents
by Marsha Chartrand Worth Repeating volunteers have spent the month of February spearheading a very special project, honoring “Manchester’s Golden Treasure Residents,” specifically those 90 or better. “The idea was born out of two inspirations,” says Worth Repeating director Pat Sahakian. “Sue Fielder got the idea of honoring veterans, which was well-received in November. I […]
Wrestlers prepare for State Individual tournament
by Marsha Chartrand Last weekend the wrestlers traveled to Hudson with 12 regional qualifiers, who were trying to qualify for Individual State at Ford Field this coming weekend. "All 12 kids won at least one match, and we had eight kids qualify for states," said Coach Steve Vlcek. Vince Klapperich, who has had a great […]
Happy Birthday, Paul Whelan
"BIRTHDAYS" submitted by Rosemary and Ed Whelan The years roll by, but the one date every year which stays in one's mind, whether young or old, is one's birthday. Imagine being in a Gulag/Penal Colony in Russia, knowing that at least your family will send cards in plenty of time for your birthday. Paul loves […]
Manchester Varsity Golf tryouts to begin
Spread the word! The golf team is preparing to register for tryouts for the 2024 season. Manchester Varsity Golf tryouts will be held from 4 to 6pm, March 14–16, at Miles of Golf, 3113 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor. Email Manchesterdutchgolf@gmail.com to register. All MHS students — either boys or girls — are eligible to try […]
WCSO January 2024 police services monthly report
As reported by Lt. Alan Hunt, WCSO During the month of January there were 176 calls for service in the City of Manchester. During this time, 88 traffic stops were made, resulting in 23 citations. Noteworthy events in the City of Manchester during the month included: On January 13, a Collaboration Deputy responded to the […]
Obituary: Ellen M. Grossman
Ellen Marie (Haeussler) Grossman had a full and wonderful life filled with her passions: music, travel, and most importantly, family. She passed away at home with family at her side on February 28, 2024, from congestive heart failure. Ellen was born to Ralph and Florence (Bohms) Haeussler at the family farm in Freedom Township (Manchester) […]
