Manchester could soon become home to marijuana dispensary
by Marsha Chartrand When medical marijuana became legal in Michigan by votes of the public in 2008, and recreational in 2018, communities across the state needed to make a choice: To allow retail dispensaries in their community, or not? On both occasions, Manchester Village Council and the surrounding township boards all opted out of the […]
Manchester Underground restarts performances
by Marsha Chartrand After a 2½-year absence, Manchester Underground has restarted its music series in a new home. Manchester Underground Music and Art was formed in 2019 by John Mooneyham and Steve Girbach with the concept of bringing live, original, quality music artists to town for a “once-a-month“ concert in a more “listening room“ atmosphere. […]
Centershot archery program at Sharon UMC
submitted by Sharon United Methodist Church Sharon United Methodist Church invites you to take part in a discovery event for Centershot Archery. If you are 13 or older, join us January 28 and 29 from 4:30pm to 6pm to learn archery safety and skill. Registration fee is $15 per participant. All instructors are NASP-trained Basic […]
Washtenaw County Conservation District launches 2023 spring plant sales
submitted by the Washtenaw County Conservation District Winter is the perfect time to start planning for how to make improvements to your property. Whether you are looking to reforest an area, naturalize the landscaping, create a wind barrier, protect the soil, reduce runoff, establish wildlife habitat, shade your property, or plant an orchard, the Washtenaw […]
Ice safety tips — with weather variations, pay attention before venturing onto the ice
submitted by Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) Marine Safety Section reminds people to be aware of ice conditions before they travel onto a frozen body of water. Before venturing onto the ice, tell someone where you are going and when you expect to be back. Relaying your plan can help […]
Obituary: Nathan Wayne Frey
Nathan “Nate” Wayne Frey, 43, formerly of Jackson, recently of Dewey, Arizona, passed away December 22, 2022 in Dewey, Arizona. Nate’s family and friends will gather Monday, January 16, 2023 from 4 – 7pm at Eineder Funeral Homes – Michigan Center Chapel (820 Fifth Street, Michigan Center). His funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, […]
Local shop ranked on online platform
Anthro Apothecary, a Tecumseh, Michigan, store owned by Michaela Holdridge, has been named a “Top Shop“ on Faire Wholesale Marketplace. This rating is given to only the top performing stores on the platform and is a testament to the exceptional quality and selection of products offered at Anthro Apothecary. “We are thrilled to be recognized […]
Meet Michigan’s new lawmakers: They’re younger, more educated, less diverse
by Lauren Gibbons (Bridge Michigan) A few months ago, they were local government officials, nurses, teachers, veterans, real-estate agents, farmers, and business owners. Starting this month, they’ll officially represent their communities in the Legislature, and they’re a force to be reckoned with. Nearly half of the House of Representatives — 54 of 110 members — are new […]
Sen. Debbie Stabenow, a force in politics, to retire. Who may run in 2024?
by Jonathan Oosting (Bridge Michigan) U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, a political trailblazer and longtime force in Michigan, announced Tuesday that she will not seek re-election and will instead leave Congress when her term ends in two years. In a statement, the Lansing Democrat said she was “inspired by a new generation of leaders” to “pass […]
Audit: Michigan unemployment agency still struggles with COVID-era claims
by Paula Gardner (Bridge Michigan) Years of problems within Michigan’s embattled Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) continued into 2022, a new state audit revealed Friday, as the agency continued to be challenged by massive oversight gaps that peaked with the surge in claims after the pandemic hit in spring 2020. The state’s latest audit — the fourth in a series — focused […]
