Whitmer pardons Hmong refugee facing deportation in ‘race against time’
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 Lauren Gibbons, Bridge Michigan A Hmong refugee detained by federal immigration officials in July over a decades-old criminal conviction was pardoned by Gov. Gretchen […]
Iconic Michigan songbird undergoes concerning population decline
by Clara Lincolnhol, Capital News Service One of Michigan’s most rare, iconic and celebrated bird species is the Kirtland’s warbler. Nearly extinct in the 1970s, decades-long, targeted conservation efforts helped their population rebound. In 2019, the bird was taken off the federal endangered species list, and a 2021 census reported a population of a little more than […]
Michigan health care woes: Insurers leaving, rates rising, subsidies in limbo
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 Eli Newman, Bridge Michigan With less than two weeks until open enrollment starts, thousands of Michigan residents face a triple challenge. Not only are […]
New historical marker honors Manchester’s Revolutionary War heritage, celebrating America 250
submitted by Denise Frost, Historian, Sarah Caswell Angell Chapter, NSDAR The Ypsilanti and Sarah Caswell Angell Chapters (NSDAR), together with the Huron Valley Chapter (NSSAR), hosted a marker-dedication ceremony at Bridgewater Center Cemetery on October 11 honoring American Revolutionary War Patriot Ebenezer Annable. The event was part of a nationwide initiative by DAR and SAR […]
Guide to 2025 Halloween activities: A week of sweet and spooky fun in Manchester!
by Sara Swanson Saturday, October 25, 2025 Trunk-or-Treat: St. Johns Lutheran Church, 8805 Austin Rd, Bridgewater. St. Johns is holding a trunk-or-treat on October 25 at 3pm. Wear your best costume and bring your favorite Halloween cuties for fun, fellowship, and hot dogs and s’mores by the bonfire. All are welcome to attend! Sunday, October […]
Mayor Vailliencourt speaks to large crowd in Chelsea
submitted by Carol Westfall On Saturday, October 18, City of Manchester mayor Pat Vailliencourt was a speaker at the No Kings Rally in Chelsea. Her speech to over 1,000 attendees emphasized the importance of civic responsibility; how each citizen is responsible for doing the things necessary — no matter how small — to keep the […]
2025 CROP Walk raises $3,600 to fight hunger
submitted by Cathy Moore, CROP Hunger Walk The Crop Walk went quite well. We had a total of 38 walkers between the Bethel Sunday School walk in the morning and the Manchester walk in the afternoon. The tentative amount raised so far is a little over $3,600. There is still time to donate to the […]
Schoen family’s conservation of a 20-acre oak opening offers glimpse into disappearing historic ecosystem
Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared in the Washtenaw County Conservation District’s October 2025 Conservation Update and is being republished with permission. by Kristen Sutter, Natural Resource Technician, Washtenaw County Conservation District The Schoens’ 20-acre forest in Manchester reflects a strong commitment to sustainable forest management. Enrolled in the EQIP program through NRCS (Editor’s note: […]
Manchester Masonic Lodge to honor local heroes with Veterans & First Responders Dinner
submitted by Joe Jarvis, Manchester Masonic Lodge The Manchester Masonic Lodge will host a special Dinner of Honor on Tuesday, November 11, at 6pm at River Raisin Distillery, 480 W Main St, Manchester, to recognize and celebrate veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders, including police, firefighters, and EMTs. This heartfelt evening is a way […]
September 2025 MHS students of the month
submitted by Tracy Zigila, Manchester Jr/Sr High School We are proud to recognize the following students for their outstanding character, hard work, and positive impact on our school community: 7th grade: David Little 8th grade: Cal Finnegan 9th grade: Mason Sidebottom 10th grade: Emma Brinkman 11th grade: Isabel Bucholtz 12th grade: Landon Clark Keep up […]
