Citing threats, Michigan lawmakers race to grow police power, hide addresses
Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan (bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter here (https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).” by Simon D. Schuster, Bridge Michigan LANSING — Three weeks ago, state Rep. Angela Rigas woke up to the sound of protesters chanting outside her […]
Winter makes curved roads dangerous; researchers seek solutions
by Eric Freedman, Capital News Service Winter – skid season – is almost upon us, making curves slipperier and more dangerous. Now a new study done in Northern Michigan shows that flashing LED lights on signs near curves can successfully warn drivers to slow down during wintry conditions. Curves can be deadly. The state tallied […]
Public notice: Freedom Township
Freedom Township Board 11508 Pleasant Lake Road, Manchester, MI 48158 SYNOPSIS OF MEETING MINUTES November 11, 2025, Regular Board Meeting Held in person at the Freedom Town Hall Meeting called to order at 8:00pm Members present: Lindemann, Bristle, Layher, Huehl, Schaible absent-none 3 public in attendance. The board heard public comments, communications received, and […]
Senior Newsletter THE TRUMPETER — December 2025
The newest edition of Manchester’s Newsletter for Seniors, THE TRUMPETER, is now available. Download it here: 12.1 DEC 2025 TRUM revised menu
Fewer Manchester residents are receiving Community Mental Health help than most of Washtenaw. Why?
by Sara Swanson In October, Washtenaw County Community Mental Health (WCCMH) publicized their 2024 Millage impact report. The report states that since 2018 — the year before millage funds were first available — WCCMH has increased its service capacity by 230% and that “through the crisis line, telehealth, and face-to-face services, millage funds help individuals […]
Manchester High School hosts soccer drone training event
by Sara Swanson On October 22, the Manchester School District hosted a training event aimed at enhancing the skills of educators and enthusiasts in the field of drone technology. The primary focus of the training was to empower participants to confidently operate the soccer drone. Manchester Jr/Sr High School teacher Joseph Freeman explained that the […]
Manchester Cub Scouts deliver 437 pounds of food to Community Resource Center
submitted by Carol Wotring, executive director, Manchester Community Resource Center The Manchester Community Resource Center (CRC) received a significant boost to its food pantry last week, thanks to the efforts of local Cub Scouts, who participated in the annual “Scouting for Food” food drive. Under the coordination of Cub Scout leader Jennifer Hagood, scouts distributed […]
MAHS looking for wrapping paper & volunteers to wrap gifts
submitted by Annette Siffin, Manchester Area Historical Society Are you overstocked with wrapping paper and/or miss wrapping gifts? The Manchester Area Historical Society (MAHS) is offering gift wrapping for a donation during Christmas in the Village, December 6, from 10am to 3pm, at the MAHS’s Kingsley-Jenter House, 302 E Main St. We are looking for […]
Alber Orchard holding Christmas at the Orchard event
by Sara Swanson Alber Orchard & Freedom Winery, located at 13011 Bethel Church Rd, announced they are holding a unique Christmas event on Sunday, December 7, from noon to 6pm: The Orchard Winter Gathering. Organizer Nicolle Bossory explained, “The idea of the event is to provide a family-friendly event for the community around the holiday […]
