Jocelyn Benson bans open carry of guns at Michigan polls on Election Day
by Riley Beggin, Jonathan Oosting, Ted Roelofs (Bridge) Guns will not be allowed at polling places on Election Day in November, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced Friday. According to new state guidance, openly carrying of guns is banned within 100 feet of a polling place. Concealed carrying of guns for permit-holders is allowed, […]
Five men set to stand trial in the case in Whitmer kidnap case
by Mansur Shaheen (Bridge) Five men facing federal charges in the conspiracy to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will stand trial in the case, U.S. Magistrate Sally Berens decided Friday in a second day of hearings. Berens determined there was enough evidence for the case to go to trial based on encrypted chats and the September […]
Obituary: Linda Sue Wilson
Manchester, MI, formerly of Southgate Age 74, died Monday, October 19, 2020 at her home. She was born July 7, 1946 in Tupelo, Mississippi, the daughter of Thomas Ivan and Delcie Orene (Barber) Bowles. Linda graduated from Riverview High School in 1964. She was a proud mother, grandmother and homemaker. She was a strong Christian […]
Two positive COVID-19 cases at Riverside Intermediate School, 6 staff members quarantining
Late Friday afternoon Manchester Community Schools reported a positive COVID-19 case at Riverside Intermediate School, the first positive case in the district. Sunday afternoon they reported a second. According to their COVID-19 Dashboard, it was reported that both positive cases are among staff members and that 6 total staff members are now quarantining; 5 from […]
The Pistol Prodigies Season 2019-2020 recap
submitted by Scott & Lisa Poet, Pistol Prodigies Youth Pistol and Rifle Team The Pistol Prodigies held their season-end banquet on Sunday September 20 to reflect on their shooting season. The season began on September 1, 2019. We had 19 athletes registered with the team, ranging from 3rd grade through a high school senior. 2019-2020 was our […]
Manchester Area 2020 November Election Voters Guide, part 2: Township and Village
See part 1 of the voters guide including school board and county here. Candidates for Manchester Village Council President (vote for no more than 1) Audra Schebella (Non-Partisan) I am running as an Independent for Village Council President for Manchester, MI. Our community has wonderful resources (especially its people) and I want to make it […]
Absentee ballots are counted on election day
submitted by Edward R. Golembiewski, Washtenaw County Chief Deputy Clerk / Register & Director of Elections Because of increased fear around absentee ballots being counted, Washtenaw County Clerk/Register Lawrence Kestenbaum issued the following statement: “Many people are worried that there will be a long delay until absentee ballot counts are released. This fear is groundless. […]
County distributing free masks in Manchester
As we prepare for colder weather and more indoor activities, masks will continue to be vital to limit the spread of COVID-19. To improve access across the County, the Washtenaw County Office of Community and Economic Development is working with 25 community partners to distribute 10,000 free masks to lower income residents in the coming […]
Lions Club Annual Cider Sale
submitted by Barry Allen, Manchester Lions Club The Manchester Lions will be holding its annual Cider Sales on Saturday, October 17th as has been done in the past. We inherited this fundraiser from the Kiwanis last year. Lion members and guests will be stationed on the corner of Main Street and M-52 from 9 am […]
Tree Mythology hike in the Leonard Preserve
Are you interested in learning more about tree mythology? Come for a peaceful hike in the Leonard Preserve on Sunday, October 18 at 2 pm and learn about the ancient significance, symbolism, and spirituality of specific trees as recognized by our native or indigenous peoples. The hike will be led by county parks naturalist, Elle […]
