County reveals long-term plans for Sharon Mills County park
On Sunday October 2nd, the Washtenaw County Parks Commission held an open house at Sharon Mills County Park to unveil the park's Master Plan. The Master Plan defines an overall vision for the park and will be used to guide the Parks Commission in future development. The plan is divided into phases that will be implemented […]
Tap holds musical fundraiser
The Village Tap held a musical extravaganza on Sunday starting at 1 pm as a fundraiser for two area residents. The Tap, as well as all of the musicians, donated their services. A silent auction was held. The Band line-up included Studio 542, Juston Brady, Flyte, Sarah Swanson Band, Cash in King, Paper Soul and Ripper.
German Club hosting Oktoberfest celebration fundraiser
Manchester High School’s German Club is hosting an Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday, September 17th from 4 to 7 pm at St. Mary’s Parish Center on Madison Street in downtown Manchester, just off Main Street. Admission is $10 and includes a delicious meal of bratwurst, sauerkraut, German pretzels, and drinks. You can buy tickets ahead of time at […]
A taste of country music at this week's gazebo concert
This Thursday at the gazebo in Manchester's "Village Green," Wurster Park, join us to welcome TJ Thomas and Kentucky Strait. Kentucky Strait was formed 21 years ago by band leader TJ Thomas and consists of four full-time members, led by TJ Thomas on Guitar and Vocals; Ron Stewart-Bass Guitar/Vocals; Bud Merglewski-Piano/Vocals; and Lyle Cantley-Drummer/Vocals. TJ Thomas […]
Manchester Township Fire Department holds second floor rescue training
Last Thursday, Manchester Township firefighters had the opportunity to participate in ladder and second-floor rescue training in the Comerica Bank building on Main Street. The training was facilitated by Jeff Foulke, a Pittsfield Township firefighter and Manchester Township resident.
Editorial: Local governments & citizens must work together to head off future Flint-like water crisis
Editor’s Note: While the Manchester Mirror takes no position on political issues, we will occasionally provide space for commentary from community members with expertise. by Scott Brown Executive Director of Michigan Lake & Stream Associations One of the things I value most about serving as Executive Director of Michigan Lake and Stream Associations and […]
MHS to present spring musical Anything Goes!
The Manchester High School Drama Club is at it again! This spring they will be presenting the musical Anything Goes, featuring music and lyrics by Cole Porter. Grab your luggage and don’t forget your passport as you sail away with a sinner, a saint, a criminal, and a chameleon all the way to London. Hope Heartcourt […]
Manchester's Digital Dislocators Advance to Finals in FIRST Robotics Competition
Last weekend Manchester High Schools rookie FIRST Robotics team (6081) the “Digital Dislocators” competed in their first “FIRST Robotics Competition” at Kettering University in Flint. The rookie team did exceptionally well, ranking 21 out of 40 teams and advanced all the way to the final round before being defeated. In addition, they were in the […]
Township Officials Table Firefighters' Raises
The Manchester Township board voted to give themselves and almost every other official and employee of the township raises over the course of the summer… except the firefighters. And this was done over the objections of the treasurer and against the recommendations of a report a compensation review committee made just a year ago. In […]
Manchester Township Board - "NO" on Oil Moratorium
The Manchester Township Board met last Tuesday evening at 7pm. Multiple township residents came out in anticipation of the board voting on a proposed moratorium on oil and gas drilling in Manchester Township. The moratorium was considered by the planning commission board in early June who voted unanimously to recommend that the township board vote […]
