Michigan’s black bear population is booming
by Janelle D. James (Bridge Michigan) The chances of finding a black bear picking at a bird feeder or rummaging through trash is increasing in Michigan, especially in the northern Lower Peninsula and the Upper Peninsula. Michigan’s black bear population grew 25% between 2012 and 2022, and as the population increases so do complaints of […]
CDC drops most COVID-19 isolation guidelines. What it means in Michigan
by Robin Erb (Bridge Michigan) Those who are COVID-positive no longer need to skip school or work if they are fever-free for 24 hours and feeling better, according to new federal guidelines. Four years into the pandemic, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated its recommendations, aligning COVID guidelines with those of other […]
3rd Annual Tractor Tire Drive a success!
Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared in the Washtenaw County Conservation District’s February 2024 Conservation Update and is republished with permission. The Washtenaw County Conservation District (WCCD), in partnership with Washtenaw County Materials Management Division, held its 3rd Annual Tractor Tire Drive at Freedom Township Hall on December 9. In total, 446 tires were dropped […]
Annual Loved One and Me Dance is happening!
by Sara Swanson We reported earlier this month that because of the Manchester Community Schools Foundation disbanding, there was no Loved One and Me Dance, an annual event the foundation had most recently been the organizer of, planned for this year. Good news! Since then, the high school DECA club has stepped forward and has […]
DeLeeuw stepping down from position as WCCD executive director
Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared in the Washtenaw County Conservation District’s February 2024 Conservation Update and is republished with permission. Executive Director Megan DeLeeuw will be transitioning out of her role at the Washtenaw County Conservation District to pursue conservation and regenerative agriculture work at the state level. Her last day was Friday, February […]
Manchester Township considering PDR ordinance
by Sybil Kolon Members of the Manchester Township Planning Commission and Board met on February 22 to continue discussions about the future of Manchester Township. This meeting focused on preservation of farmland and natural areas, which is a key concern of the Board and Planning Commission as well as residents who have attended previous meetings. […]
Pleasant Lake Rd closing for 1 day, Sharon Valley Rd closure extended
from Washtenaw County Road Commission On Monday, February 26, 2024, the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) will close Pleasant Lake Rd between Smythe Rd and M-52 in Sharon Township to replace a crossroad culvert. The road improvements are expected to take approximately one day. However, all dates are tentative and subject to change due to weather […]
Preserving rural character in the Manchester area: a forum for local officials and residents
by Sybil Kolon This forum is open to anyone who wants to share their thoughts about the topics of land preservation and rural character in the Manchester area. Please contact me at sybil.kolon@gmail.com or reach out to the Mirror to submit your thoughts. If you are on Facebook or other social media sites, and even […]
Mario Mondays are back at the Library in new location!
by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library After an unanticipated hiatus during the early part of February, Mario Monday is back and better than ever at Manchester District Library. Players meet at 5pm each week in a new location — the Council Chamber on the lower level of City Hall at 912 City Rd. Drop in […]
Canasta and bingo at the Library on March 7
by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Join staff at the Manchester District Library (MDL) for some all-ages table games in the mezzanine on Thursday, March 7. Open to both experienced players and folks looking to learn, start out with a fun and friendly card game called canasta at 4pm in the upstairs lounge. Then move […]
