Christmas in the Village 2019 (photos)
Photos of just of the few activities last weekend! Friday, December 6th: Christmas in the Village Parade Hot Chocolate Station Saturday, December 7th: Craft Shows Activities around the Village
GOP leaders: We won’t halt Michigan Medicaid work requirements
By Riley Beggin (Bridge) LANSING – Michigan Republicans are rebuffing calls from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to postpone Medicaid work rules set to begin Jan. 1, amid a federal lawsuit challenging the policy. Next month, Michigan will require most of the state’s more than 650,000 Medicaid recipients to prove they’re working, in school, amid job training or doing other […]
Opioid addiction treatment just got easier for thousands in Michigan
By Robin Erb (Bridge) Thousands of Michiganders battling opioid addictions are closer to treatment after the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services this week stripped away an administrative barrier to care. The state on Tuesday removed “prior authorization” requirements for medications used to treat opioid use disorder, including buprenorphine, as part of medication-assisted treatment, […]
Community college costs soar in Michigan. Blame sinking state aid.
By Mike Wilkinson (Bridge) In a state that has struggled to increase the number of people with college degrees, the gap between tuition costs at Michigan’s 28 community colleges is widening. At just over $3,000 for a year of classes, Oakland Community College is the least expensive in the state, and it sits in one […]
Petting zoo, animals in the parade, and more last-minute Christmas in the Village details
submitted by Jennifer Wojtowicz, Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce Here are some last minute details about Christmas in the village: Festival of Trees – Located in the alley. Be sure to vote for your favorite tree on Sat., Dec 7, 9 am-4 pm, by placing non-perishable donation under your chosen tree. Donations go to the […]
Scouting for Food collection day set for December 15th
Manchester’s Cub Scout Pack 421 would like your help in supporting Manchester Family Services this holiday Season. They will be collecting nonperishable foods, personal care items & cleaning supplies (please no glass or expired goods). Manchester Family Services will be distributing all the goods collected to members of our community on December 21 at their annual Christmas Shop. Scouts will place bags […]
MHS hosting middle school cheer competition
submitted by Coach Kristin Coffey Can you make some noise? Do you know how to rumble? Good!! Come out at 5 pm on December 5 and show your school colors at Manchester Jr/Sr. High School. Manchester is hosting the Cascade Conference Meet #3 Cheerleading Competition. Schools participating are as follows: Addison, East Jackson, Grass Lake, […]
Manchester Community Brass Band Christmas concert
Nothing sounds more like Christmas than brass instruments playing holiday favorites! Everyone is invited to come out and hear the Manchester Community Brass Band performing their annual Christmas concert on Sunday, December 8 at 2 pm in the sanctuary of the the Manchester United Methodist Church located at 510 East Ann Arbor Street. The concert […]
Girl Scouts Friendsgiving 2019 (photos)
Manchester area Girl Scout troops came together with their families, Friday, November 22 for a Friendsgiving at Manchester United Methodist Church. Scouts enjoyed a potluck and made crafts.
Senior Newsletter THE TRUMPETER – December 2019
The December 2019 edition of Manchester’s Newsletter for Seniors, THE TRUMPETER, is now available. Download it here: December 2019 Trumpeter
