Michigan psychiatric centers cut number of beds despite having more money
by Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) Michigan has been forced to close 77 beds at state-run psychiatric facilities since April, largely because the system lacks enough staff to care for severely mentally ill patients. The situation may get worse in the near-term: Health officials say hundreds of job openings have failed to draw applicants. That has […]
Abusive parents cause youth sports crisis as referees, participation plunges
by Heaven Jobe/MindSite News (for Bridge Michigan) This story was reported by and published in partnership with MindSite News, a nonprofit news site devoted to reporting on mental health Ronny Roby has seen more than his share of abusive parents interfering in youth sports. For 26 years Roby has been the park director and fill-in […]
The Mirror gains 501(c)(3) status, seeks volunteers
submitted by Anita Herman, Community Resource Center Board of Directors In late spring of this year, Manchester’s hometown newspaper legally joined the ranks of non-profit organizations. Since it began publishing online in 2013, the Manchester Mirror has served residents in the Village and its surrounding four townships by reporting on current issues, activities, and events […]
Manchester Township Fire Department plans Open House Oct. 16
submitted by the Manchester Township Fire Department The Manchester Township Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW), October 9–15, 2022. This year’s FPW campaign, “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape™,” works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they […]
Michigan Center stops Manchester’s homecoming momentum
by Marsha Chartrand The excitement and hype of Homecoming wasn’t enough to help the Dutchmen overcome a Michigan Center team that was back to full strength. But it wasn’t for lack of talent or trying. Both teams struck early, each scoring seven-point touchdowns in the first, leaving the score tied at the end of the […]
Midway through season, varsity soccer holds solid 7-3-1 record
submitted by Scott Somerville The Manchester Varsity Boys Soccer team completed their sixth week of competition with matches against Stockbridge and Jackson Christian High Schools. Visiting Stockbridge on Tuesday September 27, the Dutchmen jumped to an early lead 3:56 into the match from a goal by senior captain Luke Somerville, with an assist from sophomore […]
Eighth annual Purple Run set for Oct. 22 to eliminate domestic violence
submitted by Crystal Campbell, public information officer, Washtenaw County In recognition of Domestic Violence Month (October), U-M Division of Public Safety & Security, Ann Arbor Police Department, Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office, and SafeHouse Center will host its 8th Annual Purple Run on Saturday, October 22 at 8am at the Duderstadt Center on U-M Campus. The Annual Purple Run is an […]
Michigan approves $846 million in aggressive bid to attract new business
by Paula Gardner and Lauren GIbbons (Bridge Michigan) Michigan is intensifying efforts to bring more large-scale development to the state, voting Wednesday to add hundreds of millions of dollars to a fund that would sweeten how much it can offer “transformative” businesses in incentives. A bipartisan vote in the Michigan Legislature boosted the state’s business […]
Michigan may regulate sale of kratom, an herbal mix linked to overdoses
by Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) Whether it’s harmful or helpful, addictive or medicinal, Michigan soon may regulate the herbal supplement kratom, making it illegal for minors and requiring licenses and product testing for anyone wishing to sell it. A Michigan bill, sponsored by State Rep. Lori Stone, D-Warren, several other Democrats and a Republican, swings […]
Federal judge nixes suit seeking Michigan public funds for private schools
by Isabel Lohman (Bridge Michigan) Michigan’s prohibition on public funding for private schools remains intact after a federal judge dismissed a legal challenge to that rule in the Michigan Constitution on Friday. The case, brought by five families with the support of the free-market Mackinac Center Legal Foundation, argued that Michigan’s constitutional ban on public funding for […]
