COVID outbreaks in Michigan schools already 8 times higher than last year
by Ron French, Robin Erb, Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) One month into the new school year, there are more than eight times more COVID cases connected to outbreaks among students and staff in Michigan schools than at the same point last year. And that’s a conservative estimate, given that the state recently narrowed the definition of what constitutes an outbreak. […]
Amid controversies, U-M President Mark Schlissel announces 2023 departure
by Ron French (Bridge Michigan) University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel will be leaving his position in 2023, a year before his contract ends, amid a swirling sex scandal involving a long-time doctor in the athletic department and reportedly turbulent relations with some members of the U-M Board of Regents. Schlissel made the announcement Tuesday […]
Michigan Senate passes bill to tighten election ID, absentee ballot laws
by Sergio Martínez-Beltrán (Bridge Michigan) LANSING—The Republican-led Michigan Senate passed a bill Wednesday that seeks to tighten voting ID and absentee voting laws in the state. The controversial measure, SB303, requires, among other changes, that voters present a valid form of ID in order for their ballot to be counted on election day. Critics of the bill […]
After first month of school, COVID cases at MCS close in on last year's total
One month into this school year, Manchester Community Schools is getting close to reaching the number of total positive COVID cases for all of the 2020-21 school year. Last school year, there were 30 total positive COVID-19 cases among staff and students. This school year, as of Sunday night, the district has reported 28 […]
SUMC Annual Scrap Metal Drive
submitted by Pastor Peter Harris, Sharon United Methodist Church Scrap drives have become expected at Sharon UMC by our community. We regularly are asked about the next date for a scrap drive. In the past, our scrap drives have funded mission trips to Haiti, beans and rice packaging for Haiti, Clean Water for the city […]
New story time features begin in October at Manchester District Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Changes are coming to the story time offerings at Manchester District Library this October. First, regular Tuesday Story Time will move indoors beginning on October 5. Ms. Stacia will host stories, songs, and activities recommended for ages 3 to 8 in the children’s area of the library at […]
MHS Equestrian Team District 10 Champs!
submitted by Teri Aiuto, Manchester High School Equestrian Team Coach Congratulations goes out to The Manchester High School Equestrian Team as they are the 2021 MIHA District 10 Champions! They continued their journey to Regionals on October 1-3 at the Ingram County Fairgrounds. It wasn’t the outcome the team had hoped for, but working hard […]
Manchester Township Fire Department: Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety
submitted by Jeff Mann, Manchester Township Fire Department The Manchester Township Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) —the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years — to promote this year’s Fire Prevention WeekTM campaign, “Learn the Sounds of Fire SafetyTM.” This year’s campaign, October 3-9, works […]
SUMC to host GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays
submitted by Pastor Peter Harris, Sharon United Methodist Church GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays is a helpful, encouraging seminar for people facing the holidays after a loved one’s death. The seminar is four consecutive weeks and will be held October 28, November 4, 11, and 18 at 7 pm at Sharon United Methodist Church fellowship hall. […]
Chamber of Commerce Spotlight: Manchester Area Historical Society
The Manchester Mirror is partnering with the Manchester Chamber of Commerce to highlight a different Chamber of Commerce member each week! This week we are starting with spotlighting The Manchester Area Historical Society. Visit https://48158.com/ for information on joining the Chamber. The Manchester Area Historical Society (MAHS) is devoted to determining and preserving the "true […]
