Public notice: Bridgewater Township
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING SYNOPSIS 4-Sep-25 The regular monthly meeting of the Bridgewater Township Board of Trustees was called to order by Supervisor Fromhart at 7:02 p.m. Five board members were present (quorum). 2 people spoke during citizen participation. The board approved the 7-Aug-25 meeting minutes as amended. The Board approved the Michigan […]
What you need to know about getting the COVID-19 vaccine in Michigan
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here (https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).” by Eli Newman, Bridge Michigan Michigan residents are accustomed to COVID-19 shots being widely available, but new guidelines from the federal government have put the […]
Michigan may lose millions as universities see drop in international students
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here (https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).” by Kim Kozlowski, Bridge Michigan Just as universities are wrestling with a host of pressures and funding-cut threats from the Trump administration, colleges are facing […]
In Baldwin, ICE detention center spurs anger — and hope — in immigration war
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here (https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).” by Mikayla Melo and David Scibilia / News21, Bridge Michigan BALDWIN, Mich. — Cell service begins to fade a few miles from town, as billboards […]
A year of rebuilding for Sharon Church
by Sara Swanson On August 28, 2024, a power outage from a thunderstorm caused a dark traffic signal at the corner of Pleasant Lake Road and M-52, which led to an accident resulting in a semi-truck hitting the front of Sharon Global Methodist Church and damaging it. Now, a year later, almost everything is back […]
Submissions sought for free community resource guide, due Sept 14
submitted by Shasta Angell, Community Relations Coordinator, Western-Washtenaw Area Value Express (WAVE) The Manchester Wellness Coalition, part of the 5 Healthy Towns initiative, is compiling a printed Community Resource Directory to make it easier for residents to find help, stay healthy, and get involved locally. The guide will be free to the community and developed […]
Meet Riverside Intermediate’s new principal
by Sara Swanson When Manchester Jr/Sr High School’s principal left the district last March, Josh Lindeman, Riverside Intermediate School’s principal, stepped in to serve as interim high school principal, then was selected as the new permanent principal. The district announced in early August that Tom Johns had been hired as Lindeman’s replacement at Riverside. Johns […]
Tire collection event at Manchester Township Hall
by Sara Swanson Washtenaw County Water Resources Commissioner’s Office, in cooperation with Manchester Township, is offering a tire drop-off event on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 9 am to noon (no late arrivals) at the Manchester Township Office, 275 S Macomb St. Rims on tires are okay. Only 10 tires will be accepted per residence […]
Tyler Horky wraps up an impressive basketball career
by Sara Swanson Former Dutchman Tyler Horky has just wrapped up a basketball career spanning Manchester Jr/Sr High School, Kalamazoo College, and Calvin University, earning a total of 2,507 points. His former coach Mike Ahrens stated, “Throughout his career, Tyler approached the game by maximizing every ounce of his talent by preparing harder, competing fiercer, […]
Boy Scouts holding “Be Prepared” event for community at the library!
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library On Tuesday, September 9, the Manchester District Library will host local Boy Scout Troop 426 for a “Be Prepared” workshop at 7pm. Gather in the Upstairs Lounge on the mezzanine level for lessons on how to be prepared for your next outdoor adventure. Learn the 10 essential items […]
