Guidelines for Staying COVID-safe this Halloween
from the Washtenaw County Health Department During fall holidays like Halloween, it’s important to be COVID-safe! Things will look different this year, but we can still have fun and prevent the spread of COVID-19 by wearing face coverings, social distancing, washing our hands often, and staying home when sick. When celebrating Halloween or other fall […]
Manchester District Library expands services and programming
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library services have continued to expand since phased re-opening began in July. Balancing community needs with public health guidelines, MDL is operating with special hours and policies in place. Visit manchesterlibrary.info/covid-19-service-updates.html for the most up-to-date information. Patrons can now choose from three service options: Curbside pickup: […]
Halloween fun at the library: All Hallows Read
The Manchester District Library will be hosting in-person spooky fun on Halloween. Kids, visit the library from 10 am-2 pm on October 31 for All Hallow’s Read. The library will be handing out books instead of candy. This year choose between Pete the Cat or a How to Draw Your Own Monster book (while supplies […]
October 2020 Student of the Month, Jacob Mann
The October 2020 Manchester Community Schools Foundation Student of the Month for Manchester High School is Jacob Mann, the son of Jeff and Becky Mann. He is currently the president of the Key Club, Drama Club, and government, while also actively being involved in the link crew and quiz bowl. Jacob is the Senior Drum […]
September 2020 Student of the Month, Amelia Waters
The Manchester Community Schools Foundation’s September 2020 Student of the Month for Manchester High School is Amelia Waters. Amelia is the daughter of Brian and Lisa Waters. Amelia is actively involved in the Manchester High School National Honor Society, and has been on the Softball team for the last five years. Amelia spends her falls working […]
Board of Commissioners seeking volunteers for Commission on Aging
The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners is looking for people to volunteer for positions on the Washtenaw County Commission on Aging. The Board of Commissioners will make these appointments at its upcoming session on November 18, 2020 at 6:45 pm. Individuals interested in applying should apply online at https://ewashtenaw.formstack.com/forms/board_application. If you are unable to submit […]
Michigan voting 2020: masks, guns, ID, straight ticket, what you should know
by Riley Beggin (Bridge) The polls open in fewer than two weeks, but Michigan’s Nov. 3 general election is already under way. Election officials expect a record-breaking turnout of more than 5 million, nearly two-thirds of all registered voters. More than 1.5 million voters already have cast absentee ballots. As Election Day approaches, Bridge Michigan […]
Some Michigan Republicans propose local opt-out for COVID lockdown orders
by Jonathan Oosting (Bridge) Seeking to influence Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, House Republicans on Tuesday outlined a plan to allow counties to opt out of statewide mask mandates, business rules, crowd size limitations and other public safety orders if local virus spread is low. Local health officials could relax regulations […]
Bridgewater & Freedom join Sharon and Manchester Townships in offering free wifi in their parking lots
submitted by Lisa Moutinho, Washtenaw County Broadband Task Force Responding to the stay-at-home stay-safe era, the Washtenaw County Broadband Task Force (BBTF) is providing parking lot WiFi internet connections to seven township halls in under- and unserved areas of the county. The BBTF is grateful to the townships for their willingness to partner in helping […]
Washtenaw Conservation District asks for input from residents of the Upper-Middle portion of the Huron River Watershed
The Washtenaw Conservation District (WCCD ) announced last week that a new Watershed Management Plan is being proposed by the Huron River Watershed Council (HRWC) for the Upper-Middle portion of the Huron River. The Upper-Middle potion of the watershed includes the northeast section of Sharon Township and northern half of Freedom Township, including Pleasant Lake. […]
