Public notice: Bridgewater Township
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE THURSADAY, MARCH 06, 2025 7:00 P.M. The Bridgewater Township Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on Thursday, March 06, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the township hall located at 10990 Clinton Road, Manchester, Michigan, phone (517) 456-7728, internet where meeting notices are posted: www.twp-bridgewater.org. Any person […]
Public notice: Manchester Township
Township of Manchester 275 S Macomb; P O Box 668; Manchester MI 48158 Phone (734)428-7090 – Fax (734)428-7935 E-mail: mtwp_assessor@sbcglobal.net www.twp-manchester.org TOWNSHIP OF MANCHESTER 2025 MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW MEETINGS As required by the General Property Tax Act, public notice is hereby given by the Township of Manchester that the 2025 March Board of Review […]
Michigan lawmakers strike deal on wages and tips — but not sick leave, yet
by Jordyn Hermani (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — Michigan’s Democratic-led Senate and Republican-led House appear to have reached a deal to accelerate a court-ordered minimum wage increase but retain the state’s lower base pay rate for tipped workers. But the wage plan, as written and approved by the Senate late Thursday in a bipartisan 20-12 vote, […]
Michigan universities would lose millions if Trump caps research costs
by Ron French (Bridge Michigan) Michigan universities and hospitals stand to lose hundreds of millions of dollars in federal research funding under a change in policy at the National Institutes of Health that a federal judge temporarily blocked Monday. The change from President Donald Trump’s administration is intended to rein in administrative costs and direct more money toward […]
Michigan ‘red flag’ gun law, year 1: 287 confiscation orders, 84 denials
by Jordyn Hermani (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — Police and individuals requested nearly 400 extreme risk protection gun confiscation orders last year under Michigan’s new “red flag” gun law, according to new state data. Most — but not all — of the orders were approved by judges, often before a court hearing, because the owner appeared […]
Mikey & Me awarded $12,200 by 100 Women Who Care
submitted by Stephanie Doll, 100 Women Who Care — Chelsea Area Members of 100 Women Who Care — Chelsea Area met Tuesday night, February 5, to select a nonprofit recipient for their Impact Award. This was the largest-ever membership event. The Chelsea Depot was filled with excitement and a high level of engagement! After extending […]
WCRC to resurface McCollum Road in 2025
submitted by Washtenaw County Road Commission The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) announced $9.4 million in investments, improving approximately 37 miles of paved and unpaved roads across Washtenaw County during the 2025 construction season. These important projects are made possible through a combination of funding sources, including the 2025–2028 Four-Year County-Wide Roads and Non-motorized Millage, […]
January Students of the Month named at Manchester Jr/Sr High School
submitted by Carla Zygner, Manchester Jr/Sr High School Manchester Jr/Sr High School is proud to announce their January Students of the Month. These students have gone above and beyond in both their academic achievements and contributions to their school community. Seventh grader Cassidy Hieber is a respectful, hardworking student. Cassidy turns in all of her […]
Free tax help comes to Manchester
submitted by Carol Wotring, director, CRC Local residents can access free tax preparation services now until April 3 through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, a joint initiative by Manchester Community Resource Center (CRC), United Way of Southeast Michigan, and the Accounting Aid Society. Our dedicated CRC volunteers have received specialized IRS training as […]
Brett Brothers sets personal records at Napoleon powerlifting competition
submitted by Lisa Brothers Brett Brothers, a junior at Manchester Jr/Sr High School, competed in his first powerlifting competition at Napoleon High School on February 1, 2025. Brett competed as an individual representing Manchester High School in the 220-pound weight class. He came in fourth out of seven, moving 1,010 pounds combined in the squat, […]
