Michigan House cancels $645M in state spending without Senate OK
Editor note: This story was originally published by聽Bridge Michigan聽(bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter聽here聽(https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).鈥澛 by Simon D. Schuster, Bridge Michigan聽 LANSING 鈥 The Republican-controlled state House budget committee canceled nearly $645 million in funding for state departments鈥 projects heading […]
Michigan water infrastructure sees improvements, work still needs to be done
by CLARA LINCOLNHOL, Capital News Service LANSING 鈥擳he United States would need to invest nearly $3.4 trillion over the next 20 years to sufficiently fix and update its drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, according to research by the advocacy organization Value of Water Campaign. Much of the country water infrastructure was built 40 to […]
Michigan new pot tax still a go after judge denies injunction to block it
Editor note: This story was originally published by聽Bridge Michigan聽(bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter聽here聽(https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).鈥澛 by Simon D. Schuster, Bridge Michigan A Court of Claims judge has declined to block a 24% wholesale tax on Michigan marijuana less than a […]
Lawmakers push farmer suicide prevention funding after Bridge Michigan report
Editor note: This story was originally published by聽Bridge Michigan聽(bridgemi.com), a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter聽here聽(https://bit.ly/BridgeMichiganNewsletter).鈥澛 by Jordyn Hermani, Bridge Michigan聽 LANSING 鈥 A bipartisan pair of state lawmakers are pushing to restore mental health funding for farmers, citing Bridge Michigan […]
The First Amendment: What does it say and what does it mean?
submitted by Linda Knox 鈥淭he First Amendment seems clear enough, and yet there are questions about every single clause.聽It helps to understand a bit about how these clauses have been interpreted by courts over the years,鈥 court Attorney Teresa Killeen explained during her talk at 鈥淢anchester Talks about Free Expression鈥 on November 19. Her presentation, […]
Manchester UMC offering Blue Christmas Service for anyone struggling with the holidays
submitted by Pastor Susan Hitts, Manchester United Methodist Church The holiday season can be a difficult time for many, especially for those carrying grief, loneliness, or heavy memories. To provide a place of comfort and reflection, Manchester United Methodist Church will host a Blue Christmas Service on Wednesday, December 17, at 11:30am. The service is […]
Washtenaw County Farm Bureau donates more than $3,000 to Food Gatherers
submitted by Kathy Siler, Washtenaw County Farm Bureau Food Gatherers was recently awarded a Farm Bureau Double-Up Donation to fight food insecurity in the community. Washtenaw County Farm Bureau plans to make a $1,662 donation to help the food bank purchase food for neighbors in need. The Farm Bureau Insurance of Michigan Agent Charitable Fund […]
November 2025 MHS Students of the Month
submitted by Carla Zygner, Manchester Jr/Sr High School Manchester Junior/Senior High School is proud to announce the November Students of the Month. Every student who received the honor in November has consistently demonstrated kindness, leadership qualities, and a strong work ethic. They always do their best, whether they are in the classroom, representing Manchester in […]
Homemade Holiday Make & Take at the library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Spoil your friends and family (or yourself!) with homemade gifts this holiday season. Join Manchester District Library staff on Monday, December 15, at 3:30pm, and make two DIY recipes in a jar and chocolate-dipped pretzel rods. The event will be held in the Village Room on the lower […]
Roadwork closure will continue on Grass Lake Rd in Sharon Township
submitted by Washtenaw County Road Commission On Thursday, December 4, 2025, Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) extended the closure by seven days of Grass Lake Rd between Sylvan Rd and M-52 in Sharon Township for forestry work. The work began on December 2, 2025, and is now expected to take a total of approximately 11 […]
