The Adult Learners Institute offers travel alternatives for February
submitted by Joan Gaughan, Adult Learners Institute If you think getting stuck in a snowbank in Michigan is bad, you might want to consider being Stuck in Tibet with John Diekis on Wednesday, February 19, from 1pm to 3pm, at the Chelsea Senior Center. Mr. Diekis will take you either in-person or by Zoom on […]
February 2025 Gardening Advice
by Jennifer Fairfield, Garden Mill Well, I didn’t get my wished-for “January Thaw” this year, so my daffodils are still not planted. But I’m not giving up hope. Those daffodils have been living in a box in my garage, where it’s been cold enough to give them the chilling time they need, so I am […]
Elizabeth “Liz” Ann (Hosmer) Wallace
Elizabeth “Liz” Ann (Hosmer) Wallace, born on February 12, 1955, in Tecumseh, Mich., passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, in Chelsea, Mich. She was just 69 years young. Liz was a remarkable woman who lived with grace, kindness, and an indomitable spirit. She dedicated herself to her family and community, leaving a lasting impression […]
Letter to the Editor: Tell Board of Commissioners to act now to protect senior funding
2-1-2025 Dear Manchester Area Seniors, As you may be aware, last November the Washtenaw County voters approved a millage dedicated for the needs of seniors. This millage will produce about $11 million per year. Some County Commissioners are suggesting forming a new department to distribute these funds. Obviously, establishing a department from the ground up […]
Rhea Warren advanced to rank of Senior Airman in United States Air Force
submitted by Cristie Warren Rhea Warren, a weapons maintainer in the United States Air Force, just achieved the rank of Senior Airman. She graduated from MHS in 2022 and joined the United States Air Force right after. She earned this rank eight months ahead of the average enlisted soldier.
Edwards named to fall 2024 dean’s list at Eureka College
submitted by Shawn Edwards 2024 Manchester High School graduate Megan Edwards made the dean’s list at Eureka College in Eureka, Ill., while also being on the Eureka College women’s soccer team. The Eureka College fall 2024 dean’s list features 145 recipients. The list includes students from 63 different Illinois communities, 14 states, and one other […]
DuRussel named to EMU dean’s list for fall term
submitted by Sandra Wiitala Seeger DuRussel, a Manchester High School senior currently enrolled in the Early College Alliance program at Eastern Michigan University, was named to the Eastern Michigan University dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester. Recipients of the honor are undergraduate students who carry a minimum of 10 credit hours and maintain a […]
Hock named to fall 2024 dean’s list at RCU’s School of Business and Technology
submitted by Rebekah Pinchback, Dean, School of Business & Technology, Rochester Christian University Emma Hock of Manchester is a sport management student with a minor in marketing at Rochester Christian University. Hock achieved a place on the Rochester Christian University School of Business and Technology dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester. To qualify for the […]
Kippnick named to fall 2024 dean’s list at WPI
submitted by Worcester Polytechnic Institute Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has announced that Logan Kippnick, a member of the class of 2027 majoring in Computer Science and Robotics Engineering, was named to the university’s dean’s list for academic excellence for the fall 2024 semester. The criteria for the WPI dean’s list differ from that of most […]
Michigan braces for Trump tariffs on Canada, a $77B trade partner
by Lauren Gibbons (Bridge Michigan) President Donald Trump is standing by plans to impose steep tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports as early as Saturday, a move that could have major consequences for Michigan’s auto, energy and agricultural sectors and increase costs of staples like gas and groceries. As a border state whose economy is […]
