Sara Swanson

William Stahly graduates from Manchester University

William Stahly of Manchester graduated with a master’s degree in Athletic Training from Manchester University during the May 21 Commencement exercises. Stahly was among more than 260 students who received degrees. Located in North Manchester and Fort Wayne, Ind., Manchester University respects the infinite worth of every individual and graduates persons of ability and conviction […]

 Sara Swanson

Letter to the editor: In response to letter about fireworks

July 27, 2022 To the person who wrote [the letter] about Manchester’s Fireworks in last week’s Manchester Mirror, Fireworks are known to be shot off either on the 4th of July or the day before or after. As a rule in each town, there is a designated spot where this takes place, and as a […]

 Sara Swanson

Public notice: Village of Manchester

VILLAGE OF MANCHESTER ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING August 15, 2022- 7:00 PM Notice is hereby given that the Manchester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Monday, August 15, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. at the Manchester Village Hall, 912 City Road, Manchester, MI. The purpose of the hearing […]

 Sara Swanson

Trans teens: We need to be heard, counted. In Michigan, the backlash is harsh

by Zahra Ahmad (Bridge Michigan) A gust of wind blew against Justice Prins’ face as her new black and orange New Balance sneakers pressed into the rubber track, and her arm stretched to reach the baton from the girl running toward her. “You got this,” Prins yelled before she grabbed the baton and bolted 800 […]

 Sara Swanson

More Canada geese — and their poop — make Michigan home. Blame the heat.

by Zahra Ahmad (Bridge Michigan) More Canada geese are becoming full-time Michigan residents, opting to stay in cities over the winter rather than flying in their v-formation further south. Climate change is making Michigan’s winters milder, prompting some Canada geese to skip the trip south and take up residence on golf courses, lawns and parks. […]

 Sara Swanson

How a Michigan college is leaning into culture wars to reshape education

by Isabel Lohman (Bridge Michigan) In a raging nationwide culture war over how schools teach history and race, Michigan’s tiny Hillsdale College is increasingly on the frontlines. A Christian school 15 miles from the Ohio border, Hillsdale has long been known for its conservative principles. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas called Hillsdale a “shining city […]

 Sara Swanson

2022 Primary Election Guide for the Manchester Area

by Sara Swanson On Tuesday, August 2, Manchester Area residents will be able to vote in the Statewide Primary at their usual polling place from 7am to 8pm. You will have to choose to vote either Republican or Democratic. If you aren’t currently registered to vote, you can register in person up through election day […]

 Sara Swanson

Manchester Community Fair exhibit fun for KIDS (and adults)!

submitted by Sandra Wiitala The 77th Manchester Community Fair is fast approaching and I wanted to make you all aware of a fun and FREE thing you and your kids could get involved in. On Monday, August 8, we will be accepting entries for display in the Exhibit building. Entries get judged and small monetary […]

 Sara Swanson

County holding ARP Act public input session in Freedom Township

Join county officials on Thursday, July 28, at Freedom Township Hall located at 11508 E Pleasant Lake Rd to learn more and give input on proposals for the next round of American Rescue Plan Act investments. Drop in for just a few minutes, or stay longer if you want. The American Rescue Plan Act was […]

 Sara Swanson

Annual St. Mary Rummage Sale coming soon

submitted by Melissa Yekulis, St. Mary’s Parish St. Mary will be holding its annual rummage sale fundraiser for the parish in August. The rummage sale has many wonderful treasures to look through every year from furniture to clothing, kitchen items to decorations, tools to gardening supplies, a wide variety of books, and much, much, more. […]