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Republican businessman Sandy Pensler drops Senate bid, endorses former US Rep. Mike Rogers
Businessman Sandy Pensler (L) endorsed U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R) for U.S. Senate at the former President Donald Trump rally in Grand Rapids, July 20, 2024 | Lucy Valeski. As former President Donald Trump and his newly selected running mate, U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) played to their supporters in Grand Rapids on Saturday, Republican businessman Sandy Pensler and former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-White Lake) briefly stole the spotlight.
Country Star Lainey Wilson Splits Pants During Faster Horses Festival Set: ‘Just Got a Real Show’
Country singer Lainey Wilson recovered like a pro after accidentally splitting her pants during her performance at the Faster Horses Country Music & Camping Festival. “Y’all just about got a real show,” Wilson, 32, quipped to concertgoers on Saturday, July 20, per social media footage. “There’s a first time for everything and I’m glad it […]
Lenawee County Fair Happening Today
Adrian, MI – The Lenawee County Fair, Michigan’s longest running fair, continues today with many 4-H shows starting at 9 am. Highlights for the day include the Cardio Drumming Demo at the Bandshell at 1 pm; a pie baking contest at 3 pm, also at the bandshell. Activities this evening include Los Hermanos Villegas performing at the bandshell at 6pm and the Figure 8 Car and Truck Demo at the grandstand at 7 pm.
Washtenaw ISD Awarded $5.6 million Grant to Provide Early Childhood Educational Opportunities
With help from a federal grant, the Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) will continue to offer educational opportunities to preschool-age kids. The WISD announced on July 22, the “Office of Head Start (OHS), a part of the federal Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families, awarded a $5.6 million grant to the Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) to continue providing Head Start preschool for 3- and 4-year-old students and Early Head Start home-based home visiting for families with children ages birth to 3.”
Lansing’s infamous Pennsylvania Ave bridge gets a scary makeover
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Check this out! Someone put some new decorations on the Pennslyvania Ave Bridge near Potter Park Zoo. The low-clearance bridge is known for taking a bite out of semi-trucks. Someone gave the bridge googly eyes and teeth, all to snack on another semi. Subscribe to our...
Racist rally stirs up community
HOWELL, Mich. (WLNS) – A “White Lives Matter” rally in Howell on Saturday has people defending their city, saying that’s not what they stand for. The city said a group of a dozen people with their faces covered, holding white supremacist signs, chanting “Heil Hitler”, walked down Grand River Avenue. 6 News spoke with people […]
Eaton County restaurant inspections: Ratatouille, pizza sauce found with mold
CHARLOTTE — When county health inspectors visit local restaurants, they document problems that need addressing to meet standards set by Michigan food codes and law. The most serious problems are considered priority violations, which present potential health hazards and should be corrected immediately. Priority foundation violations do not present immediate health hazards but should be corrected in a timely manner. Consequently, follow-up inspections and reports may be generated. ...
Limited tickets left for major Manchester Farmers Market Fundraiser!
You don’t want to miss out on this year’s Farm to Table Fabulous Feast, on Sunday, August 18, from 4pm to 6pm at Gordon Hall in Dexter. Tickets are going fast, and this popular event always sells out. This outdoor celebration highlights our local farms, restaurants, and the 5 Healthy Towns communities coming together in a healthy way. Tickets are $75 and available online or at the Manchester Farmers Market. Meat and vegetarian entrees are offered.
Library hosting River Raisin Beekeepers Club
Submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library. Ever wonder about the curious little honeybee? Ever been interested in being a beekeeper yourself? The Manchester District Library will host Janet from River Raisin Beekeepers Club on Saturday, August 3, at 11am in the upstairs lounge on the mezzanine level. Learn about these wonderful creatures and the beekeepers that take care of them. This presentation will cover both the history of bees and beekeeping as well as how to start your own hive. Recommended for adults; all ages welcome.
Bingo for all ages at the Library
Submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library. Join staff at the Manchester District Library (MDL) on Thursday, August 1, at 6:30pm for a rousing round of bingo with snacks and prizes in the Teen Spot. All ages welcome. Stop by the library or visit the event calendar for information about...
Tackett named to president’s list at SVSU
Elise Tackett of Manchester has been named to the Saginaw Valley State University president’s list for the Winter 2024 semester. Elise, a graduate of Manchester Jr/Sr High School, is majoring in nursing. To be eligible for the president’s list, a student must take at least 12 credit hours and earn a 4.0 grade point average.
Somerville competes in Girls’ All-Star Soccer tournament
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. Meghan (MJ) Somerville represented Manchester High School Girls’ Varsity Soccer in the second annual MIHSSCA Girls’ All-Star Soccer tournament on July 20, 2024. Organized by the Michigan High School Soccer Coaches Association (MIHSSCA) and played in East Lansing, the tournament consisted of four teams representing various regions from across the state of Michigan. Somerville played on the region-3 team together with all-state, class of 2024 players from Ann Arbor, Livonia, Northville, Holt, Plymouth, Okemos, Grosse Pointe, Grosse Ile, Ovid-Elsie, and St. Johns. Somerville’s team won the first game 3–2 over region-1, and the second game 1–0 over region-4. With the two wins, region-3 was the overall tournament champion. “It was an exciting and humbling experience to play with such great players from across the state. I was happy to represent Manchester and be part of the championship team,” said Somerville following the tournament. “It was a great way to wrap up my high school soccer career and I got a free T-shirt.”
‘We love Hitler. We love Trump.’: White supremacists march through Howell
White supremacist protestors march through downtown Howell. July 21, 2024. Picture courtesy of Livingston Diversity Council. About a dozen masked white supremacists marched through downtown Howell on Saturday, chanting “Heil Hitler” and carrying signs with messages like “White Lives Matter” and “End the War on White Children.”
Former Ann Arbor Pioneer runner adds another state record to historic resume
Rachel Forsyth set records and proved to be one Michigan’s all-time girls distance runners in her final high school season. And on Saturday, the former Ann Arbor Pioneer star and reigning Michigan Gatorade Player of the Year set another state record during a track event in Toronto. If you...
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