After years of opioids agony, rural Michigan finds reason for hope
by Ron French (Bridge Michigan) GAYLORD — Something different was in the air Thursday at an annual gathering of northern Michigan addiction service providers. While their work battling the epidemic remains grim, and their needs are great, many in the recovery community say there are also signs of progress after years of heartbreak. The number […]
Michigan’s ‘bison wrangler’ shares secrets of the Domino’s Farms herd
by Daniel Schoenherr (Bridge Michigan) ANN ARBOR — On the northeast edge of Ann Arbor, between M-14 and Domino’s Farms, is where the buffalo roam. There, drivers on their daily commute can often catch a glimpse of a herd of 75 bison, grazing across a 90-acre pasture that is part of the Domino’s Farms complex. […]
Obituary: William “Bill” Bruce McCarthy
William “Bill” Bruce McCarthy, 67, of Manchester, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at home with his loving family by his side. Bill’s family and friends will gather for a celebration of life Friday, August 9, 2024 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at Eineder Funeral Homes – Manchester Chapel. He was born on December […]
71st Manchester Chicken Broil serves 7,000 dinners!
by Sara Swanson With perfect weather, a great turnout, and a huge number of volunteers, Manchester held its 71st Chicken Broil on Saturday. Co-chairperson, Jeff Mann stated, “It was a great day yesterday! Our numbers were up a little from last year and were right around 7,000 dinners. We did have more people eating on […]
STI report shows increase in chlamydia in Manchester
by Sara Swanson A new chlamydia and gonorrhea report from the Washtenaw County Health Department (WCHD) shows a promising decrease in overall Washtenaw County cases but the Manchester area is headed in the wrong direction, with an increase in chlamydia in the Manchester area. The overall rate of chlamydia cases in Washtenaw County decreased 6% […]
Let’s Talk About Death
by Laurie D. Brewis There. I said it. Death. As an estate planning and probate attorney, I speak with people daily about their end-of-life plans, or, even more often, about what to do when there is no plan in place. It’s a topic of conversation most of us avoid. Yet, think about all of the […]
Gazebo Concert this week: John Louis Good & the Rose City Troubadours
by Sara Swanson The free Thursday Gazebo Concert Series continues this week. Bring chairs or a blanket to sit on and come listen to John Louis Good & the Rose City Troubadours, a rockabilly/Americana band from southern Michigan, in Wurster Park this Thursday, July 25, from 7pm to 8pm. Good, whose hometown is Jackson, is […]
Limited tickets left for major Manchester Farmers Market Fundraiser!
submitted by 5 Healthy Towns Foundation You don’t want to miss out on this year’s Farm to Table Fabulous Feast, on Sunday, August 18, from 4pm to 6pm at Gordon Hall in Dexter. Tickets are going fast, and this popular event always sells out. This outdoor celebration highlights our local farms, restaurants, and the 5 […]
Somerville competes in Girls’ All-Star Soccer tournament
submitted by Scott Somerville Meghan (MJ) Somerville represented Manchester High School Girls’ Varsity Soccer in the second annual MIHSSCA Girls’ All-Star Soccer tournament on July 20, 2024. Organized by the Michigan High School Soccer Coaches Association (MIHSSCA) and played in East Lansing, the tournament consisted of four teams representing various regions from across the state […]
Library hosting River Raisin Beekeepers Club
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Ever wonder about the curious little honeybee? Ever been interested in being a beekeeper yourself? The Manchester District Library will host Janet from River Raisin Beekeepers Club on Saturday, August 3, at 11am in the upstairs lounge on the mezzanine level. Learn about these wonderful creatures and the […]
