Public notice: Bridgewater Township
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP PUBLIC NOTICE ELECTION COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN for the meeting of the Bridgewater Township Election Commission on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at the Bridgewater Township Hall, 10990 Clinton Rd, Manchester, MI. The purpose of the meeting is to prepare for the August 6, 2024, primary election. The Bridgewater […]
Public notice: Bridgewater Township
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to qualified electors of Bridgewater Township that the Public Accuracy Test for the 06-Aug-24 Primary Election has been scheduled for Wednesday, 10-July-24 at 1:00 p.m. at the Bridgewater Township Hall, 10990 Clinton Rd, Manchester, MI. The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that […]
In rural Michigan, farmers split over big solar
by Ruth Thornton, Capital News Service (Bridge Michigan) FOWLERVILLE – Differing opinions about large solar energy projects are pitting neighbors against each other in rural areas of Livingston County. Last November, the Legislature passed climate bills mandating utility companies to generate 60% of their energy from renewable sources, including solar and wind, by 2035, and 100% […]
Experts predict moderate Lake Erie toxic algae bloom
by Gabrielle Nelson (Bridge Michigan) Lake Erie’s annual algae bloom has begun to form weeks ahead of schedule off the coast of southeast Michigan, but scientists say they expect only a moderate bloom this year. “There was scum off Monroe,” said Richard Stumpf, a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration oceanographer who leads the federal government’s […]
As crisis rages, Michigan speeds up opioid spending in new budget
by Ron French & Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) Michigan lawmakers have approved $48.2 million to fight the opioid epidemic, more than doubling the amount the state’s health department had planned to spend in the coming budget year. The funds will go to prevention, treatment and recovery services around the state, including $10 million to regional community […]
Free Gazebo Concerts return for 2024!
by Sara Swanson A Manchester tradition, the free Thursday night Gazebo Concerts in Wurster Park, has returned for another summer! Although it was very hot and thunderstorms were moving through the area last Thursday, they held off long enough for Henry Budd to successfully kick off this season’s line-up. This Thursday, June 27, from 6:30pm […]
St. James UCC Ice Cream Social, Bazaar & Quilt Raffle
submitted by Jane Finkbeiner St. James United Church of Christ is holding its annual Ice Cream Social, Bazaar, and Quilt Raffle Tuesday, July 2, starting at 5pm with food service until 8pm. They are located at 11005 W Michigan Ave, just west of Bridgewater Township. There will be homemade pretzel-bun sandwiches, hot chicken sandwiches, coleslaw, baked […]
Shaun Andring announces bid for Freedom Township Board Trustee
submitted by Shaun Andring Republican Shaun Andring, a resident of Freedom Township, has announced his candidacy for a Trustee position on the Freedom Township Board of Trustees. Shaun and his wife have owned property in Freedom Township for 11 years, built their home, and have lived there eight years. They are the proud parents of […]
Celebrate Dairy Week at the Farmers Market this Thursday
from Manchester Farmers Market This Thursday the Manchester Farmers Market will be celebrating Dairy Week. Horning Farms will be sending dairy cow information and possibly a calf! Next week the Farmers Market will be held on Wednesday, July 3, instead of its usual Thursday to coincide with Manchester’s Independence Day Fireworks. There will be a […]
Adventure Time Marathon & Party at the Library
from Manchester District Library It’s time to get mathematical with Finn and Jake and all your favorite residents of Ooo! Whether you’re an old fan or just a fan of fun in general, join us at the library for an Adventure Time marathon on Friday, June 28, from 4pm to 6pm, in the Village Room […]
