Michigan Senate passes bill to help teachers spot student mental illness
By Tracie Mauriello, Chalkbeat Detroit (for Bridge Michigan) Help could soon be on the way for Michigan teachers who want to identify signs of students’ mental health problems before they grow into crises. The state Senate passed a bill Wednesday requiring the Michigan Department of Education to develop standards for educators for recognizing mental health needs […]
School board meeting re-scheduled to TONIGHT because of audience refusal to mask
The Manchester Community Schools' regularly-scheduled school board meeting was adjourned almost immediately after starting last Monday night, as some audience members refused to wear masks. Masks are currently required inside school buildings at all school events, including school meetings, under the Washtenaw County Health Department’s recent order. The meeting was rescheduled for tonight, Monday, September […]
Riverfolk & MAHS hold last Passport to Manchester event
Last Saturday Riverfolk Music and Arts, in partnership with the Manchester Area Historical Society held the last of their eight planned Passport to Manchester events at Alber Orchard & Cider Mill in Freedom Township. Entertainment was provided by Joybox Express and a presentation by Ray Berg of the Historical Society and a walking tour of […]
Obituary: John Stuart Culp
John Stuart Culp, age 71, of Cadillac, MI passed away on Friday October 1, 2021 at his son’s deer camp in Adrian, MI. He was born on February 5, 1950 in Lakeview, MI a son of the late John Russel and Margaret Mae (Foss) Culp. On January 14, 1986 he married Nancy Jean Unger and […]
Obituary: Mary Alice Spiegelberg
Mary Alice Spiegelberg, 79 passed away Tuesday, September 28, 2021, peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Mary’s family and friends will gather Friday, October 1, 2021, from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Sharon United Methodist Church. Her funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 2, 2021, […]
SRSLY team committed to Manchester youth
submitted by SRSLY Manchester’s Coalition The past year has brought unique challenges, but SRSLY’s commitment to our youth is as strong as ever. As students return to school, SRSLY Manchester remains ready to support and empower young people as they live, learn, and grow. Our youth face peer pressure and unhealthy choices every day — […]
Manchester Haunted Walk
submitted by Pat Sahakian The Manchester Area Historical Society is hosting a Manchester Haunted Walk on Saturday, October 16th at 7:30 pm led by local actress and playwright Breeda Miller. The walk will feature the spooky side of Manchester history. Tickets are $15.00 presale or $20.00 at the door. Tickets are on sale as of […]
Letter to the editor: Autumnal Equinox, the balance and compromise
September 26, 2021 Autumn in the Midwest is an iconic treasure: - The perfect temperature (it happens at some point between the wintery mornings and almost summery feeling of noon) - The sunlight itself is different — more yellow on the leaves. - The aroma of the seasonal culinary delectables from bakeries and farm stands. […]
Letter to the editor: Disappointed in your coverage
9-23-2021 Dear Editor, We are disappointed in your coverage of the mask mandate protest at Manchester schools in the September 15th edition of the Manchester Mirror. You play into selling sensationalism rather than investigating and reporting both sides of the debate. The extension of the Governor’s emergency powers were unconstitutional as ruled by our Michigan […]
Letter to the editor: Positive energy in Manchester
9-26-21 We can do good things. Once upon a time, a small village had a little grocery store. The store grew tired and closed its doors. The village was surrounded by beautiful farms producing abundant crops, but the people in the village had no regular place to purchase fresh produce and good things to eat. […]
