Notice to creditors: Wesley D. Maki
NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL CREDITORS: The Settlor, Wesley D. Maki, who lived at 4608 Michigan Ave., Tipton, MI, died 8/3/2021. There is no personal representative of the settlor’s estate to whom Letters of Administration have been issued. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the Wesley D. Maki Trust Dated 11/4/1989, […]
Missteps plague Whitmer kidnapping case. Despite evidence, it’s no ‘slam dunk’
by Jonathan Oosting (Bridge Michigan) LANSING — Federal agents compiled more than a thousand hours of covert recordings of men accused of trying to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, but as their cases head to trial, a series of setbacks could undermine the prosecution. Attorneys defending the militia activists accused in the plot have signaled […]
In Michigan, the COVID increase isn’t just among the unvaccinated anymore
by Mike Wilkinson (Bridge Michigan) A rise in new coronavirus infections and hospitalizations among the fully vaccinated has altered the COVID-19 picture in Michigan and the United States. In Michigan, roughly a quarter of 8,100 recent cases have hit those who are fully vaccinated, according to new data released Wednesday. And while the federal government […]
Amid Michigan rise in violent crime, little appetite for defunding police
by Ted Roelofs, Jonathan Oosting (Bridge Michigan) Just over a year after demands to defund the police, departments across Michigan are up against a different reality: A spike in violent crime amid a rising shortage of officers. The combination has fueled efforts to increase police budgets and thrust public safety into the political arena, as […]
Passport event brings indigenous food, music, and knowledge to Manchester
Saturday Manchester welcomed indigenous singers, musicians, dancers and a presenter to Wurster Park for the “Native American Settlements in Manchester,” fifth of the eight Passport to Manchester Events organized and hosted by Riverfolk Music and the Arts and the Manchester Area Historical Society. While it was a sunny and cool day and the park made […]
Michigan bills aim to strip municipalities rights to regulate short-term rentals
Michigan Rep. Sarah Lightner (R-Springport) introduced a bill in late April preventing municipal governments from regulating or banning short-term rentals in their communities—which would strip local municipalities like Freedom Township and Manchester Township from being able to ban rental properties, sometimes seen by neighbors as a disruption and safety hazard. Short-term rentals are when a […]
3rd Thursday event this week!
3rd Thursday returns this week! This Thursday, August 19th from 5 to 8 pm, come hang out in downtown Manchester for entertainment, food, shopping, kid activities, and more! From 5 to 8 pm, spend time downtown enjoying live classic rock by Lead Foot on the Mill porch and belly dancing performances. Shop the vendors market […]
Dollar General adds fresh produce!
While Manchester residents wait patiently for the reopening of Acorn Farmers Market and Cafe and the brand new Manchester Market (which are hopefully in the final stretch of inspections), they now have a new option for fresh produce while they wait! Joining the gas stations, farm stands, and even restaurants that stepped in to fill […]
COVID-19 cases rise in Manchester
COVID-19 cases rose dramatically last week in 48158 from 2 new cases the previous week to 8 cases last week. The last time Manchester had eight positive cases was the beginning of May when we were nearing the end of our second wave of cases. While 8 cases is low compared to our highest new […]
Residents concerned about proposed gravel mine in Sharon Township
A group of Sharon Township residents are asking that anyone concerned or who wants more information about 400-acre gravel mining operation proposed to go in on either side of Pleasant Lake Road between M-52 and Smythe Road attend the Sharon Township Planning Commission preliminary public hearing, August 17, 2021 at 7 pm at the Sharon […]
