Universities must work together to keep graduates in Michigan, leaders say
by Janelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) Leaders of Michigan’s three largest universities say they must work together to help create jobs and keep students from fleeing the state once they graduate. The presidents of the University of Michigan, Wayne State University and Michigan State University agreed Tuesday that collaboration is key and will help grow […]
Mussels, alewives lead list of 10 worst invasive species in Great Lakes
by Shealyn Paulis, Great Lakes Echo (Bridge Michigan) LANSING – Researchers have revealed the Great Lakes’ 10 worst aquatic invasive species, spotlighting the plants and animals that pose the greatest threat to the region’s delicate ecosystems, fisheries and recreational waters. Their recent study in the Journal of Great Lakes Research is the first to compare […]
Stressed about the election? Blame human instincts. Here are tips to cope
by Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) Stressed by the election cycle? Turns out, frayed nerves are rooted in the survival instinct — tribalism — that has kept humans alive for millennia. So says Dr. Arash Javanbakht, founding director at Wayne State University’s Stress, Trauma, and Anxiety Research Clinic. He’s also the author of “AFRAID: Understanding the Purpose […]
Luther C. Klager Elementary students learn about Manchester history
submitted by Melissa Yekulis On Friday, October 11, the children of Manchester were treated to a special walking field trip to the Manchester Area Historical Society. Every child, Young 5s through Second Grade, were treated to a personalized tour of the history of Manchester. While there, they learned the timeline of how Manchester has changed and grown […]
Guide to 2024 Halloween activities: A week of sweet and spooky fun in Manchester!
October 23, 2024 Editor’s note: SRSLY’s Haunted Hallways was originally scheduled for October 25 but was moved to October 30. This guide has been updated to reflect this! by Sara Swanson Sunday, October 27 Trunk-or-Treat: Zion Lutheran Church will be holding a Trunk-or-Treat open to the community after church on Sunday, October 27, (service begins […]
Manchester students attend Manufacturing Day at WCC
submitted by Fran LeFort, Washtenaw Community College Approximately 160 students from area high schools, including students from Manchester, visited Washtenaw Community College (WCC) Manufacturing Day 2024 on Friday, October 4, to learn about high-demand careers in advanced manufacturing. Students from eight Washtenaw County Schools toured WCC’s Welding, Automation and Robotics, and CNC Machining labs. The […]
Manchester Township discusses fires, new master plan, & Iron Mill Pond special assessment district
by Sybil Kolon All board members were present at the October 9 board meeting except Krista Jarvis. Also present were fire chief Bill Scully; deputy fire chief Mike Kouba; planning commissioner Carl Werner; and a few other members of the public. Fire chief Bill Scully provided the monthly report for September. There were 38 calls […]
The Women of the Kahn Family: A Quiet Dignity
submitted by Annabelle Otto In March, the Manchester District Library hosted Carol Rose Kahn and Annabelle Otto’s insightful presentation, “The Women of the Kahn Family: A Quiet Dignity.” If you missed it, you’re in luck! Carol and Annabelle are returning for another opportunity to explore the impactful lives of the Kahn women on October 24 […]
2024 Washtenaw Field Day was one to remember!
submitted by John Scaramucci, Washtenaw County Conservation District A BIG shout-out to everyone who made the 2024 Washtenaw Field Day one to remember! Special recognition goes to the Henes family of H & H Harvest for hosting this year’s event back on September 13. Attendees were treated to free well-water testing, expert presentations regarding cover […]
Are you able to adopt a family for Christmas?
submitted by Diane Du Russel, Manchester Family Service Harvesting is almost complete it seems. Thanksgiving is soon and then a joyful Christmas. Would you like to help contribute to someone’s joy this Christmas? Manchester Family Service (MFS) is getting ready for their annual Adopt-a-Family Program. This program matches clients with anonymous donors who volunteer to […]
