Michigan public health agencies ax programs amid federal cuts
by Ricardo Martin, Cadillac News (Bridge Michigan) A cloud of uncertainty hangs over Michigan’s local public health departments as they prepare their fiscal year 2026 budgets. That’s because the health departments have been hit in recent months by a triple whammy of budgetary setbacks: In March, President Donald Trump abruptly cut federal COVID-19 relief funding that health […]
Michigan marijuana market cratering, amid oversupply, ‘difficult market’
by Justin A. Hinkley (Bridge Michigan) After years of growth, marijuana sales are slowing and prices are dropping in Michigan, choked by increasing competition and oversupply. Last month, Toronto-based cannabis company TerrAscend announced it would completely exit the Michigan market, closing 20 retail stores and four cultivation facilities. The company’s executive chairperson in a statement called […]
Iron Creek Preserve open to the public!
by Sara Swanson In early March of 2024, we reported that Manchester would be getting a new nature preserve and we can report that, after a grand opening ceremony on June, 28, it is now officially open to the public! More than 80 friends, neighbors, and supporters turned out to help Legacy Land Conservancy open […]
72nd Annual Manchester Chicken Broil, this week!
submitted by Jeff Mann, Manchester Chicken Broil, Chairman The 72nd annual Manchester Chicken Broil, the decades-long and entirely volunteer-run event that takes place in the City of Manchester, Michigan, located 25 minutes outside Ann Arbor in Washtenaw County, is set for Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 4 to 7:30pm at the Alumni Memorial Field. Back […]
This week’s Gazebo Concert features John Louis Good and the Rose City Troubadours
by Sara Swanson This week, Thursday, July 17, at 7pm, the free Thursday night Gazebo Concert will feature John Louis Good and the Rose City Troubadours and his rockabilly and Americana tunes. Bring a blanket or chairs. Rain location is Emanuel Church, 324 W Main St (kitty-corner to the park). This Gazebo Concert series is […]
Open House to celebrate Reno Feldkamp’s 100th birthday
submitted by Kathleen Graddy The Feldkamp family is pleased to announce an Open House to celebrate the 100th birthday of Reno Feldkamp at the Sharon Church Fellowship Hall, 3pm to 5pm, July 27, 2025. Ice cream and cake will be served. Bring memories and cards, but please no gifts!
Free movie: ‘A Minecraft Movie‘
submitted by the Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library will hold a free screening of A Minecraft Movie on Thursday, July 17, at 5pm, in the City Room on the lower level of the library, located at 912 City Rd. There will be pizza and ice cream!
Corn Roast at the Farmers Market next week
by Sara Swanson The Manchester Men’s Club will be roasting corn at the Manchester Farmers Market next week on Thursday, July 24. Stop by for a free, fresh-roasted ear of local corn (while supplies last)!
4-Corners Protectors gathering planned for this Friday
submitted by Margaret Shaw A 4-Corners Protectors gathering is planned for Friday July 18, 4pm–6pm, at the corner of Main Street and M-52. This admin is turning against her own people. When local ICE threatens our family members, neighbors, and community members, it is time to speak out about your concerns. Encourage Americans to be […]
Illegal dumping at the recycling bins wastes WWRA time and money
by Sara Swanson Last Tuesday, Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority (WWRA) workers stopped by the recycling bins behind Manchester Township Hall and found “a living room’s worth of furniture” illegally dumped in the parking lot. The furniture was blocking parking lot spaces and access to bins for both recyclers and WWRA workers. Karissa Schwarz, who serves […]
