Michigan women score big, poised for key leadership in Legislature
LANSING — In 2018, Michigan made history by electing three women to statewide offices. On Tuesday, they were not only re-elected, but women are poised to assume key leadership roles in the Legislature. A handful of state legislative races are still too close to call, which could impact the final count, but a Bridge Michigan analysis of […]
What Democratic control of Lansing will mean for Michigan schools
by Tracie Mauriello (Chalkbeat Detroit, for Bridge Michigan) In the days after Democrats swept the Michigan governor’s office and the state Legislature, a reality began to set in for public school advocates: Newfound power means they’ll be able to accomplish key initiatives that have stalled during decades of Republican control. Democrats now have a chance […]
Mid-Michigan smacks down wind energy. Will it harm the state’s green plan?
by Ron French (Bridge Michigan) Renewable energy had a bad election day in Michigan, and it could lead to discussions of the state taking a more active role in the siting of wind turbine and other projects. Four referendums that would have established guidelines for wind turbine installation were defeated Tuesday in townships in mid-Michigan’s […]
Acorn takes a pause
by Marsha Chartrand On Wednesday evening, the Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café board of directors met and made a difficult decision. “We’re taking a pause as of close of business on Saturday, November 12,“ explained board member Ginny Johnson. “We’ll take some time to re-evaluate and during that time we will try to determine what […]
Veterans Day program set for Friday morning at Klager
The “Veterans Wall“ is a popular attraction at Klager Elementary, and grows each year. submitted on behalf of Rita Huber, American Legion Auxiliary Unit #117 Veterans Day is this Friday — November 11, 2022. Veterans Day occurs on Nov. 11 each year in the United States in honor of the “eleventh hour of the eleventh […]
Food Gatherers’ USDA grant will benefit Manchester, Milan programs
by Marsha Chartrand The Manchester Community Resource Center (CRC) is partnering with Aid in Milan and Food Gatherers of Washtenaw County in a program that will help increase food access for rural community members. Food Gatherers, the food bank and food rescue serving Washtenaw County, recently secured an $85,000 “Reach and Resiliency“ grant from The […]
History: The Manchester Hospital?
Editors’ note: Reprinted and adapted from an article published in The Manchester Enterprise, April 30, 1992 by Marsha Chartrand When we first purchased our home in Manchester, people would ask where we lived. One of the frequent comments was, “Oh, yes, Mrs. Gumpper’s house.“ Having since learned the interesting history of what is certainly by […]
Dutchmen end season with heads held high
by Marsha Chartrand It’s been Manchester’s longest and most successful football season in several years. Old records have been broken; new records have been made. The post-season also promises awards and accolades to several Dutchman players. But for now, it’s over. A 42–13 loss to the Napoleon Pirates is not the way anyone wanted to […]
Cross-country team and individuals qualify for state competition!
submitted by Daniella Kippnick Manchester High School’s cross-country teams met at Willow Metropark on Saturday, October 29, for their regional cross-country meet. It was a very foggy morning, which made the course feel unusual for both the runners and the spectators. Even late in the morning, it was difficult to see the runners until they […]
Michigan election: What to know about poll challengers, ID, canvassers, more
by Yue Stella Yu (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — On Tuesday, Michigan voters will decide the next governor and everything from who controls the state Legislature and Supreme Court to the future of voting and abortion rights. But a lot needs to happen between the moment polls open on Election Day and when the election results […]
