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City needs input on new intergenerational outdoor play & exercise space

City needs input on new intergenerational outdoor play & exercise space

by Sara Swanson In 2020 Manchester installed a variety of large play equipment in Wurster Park, in River Raisin Park, along the multi-use trail, and…

August primary election info for the Manchester area

August primary election info for the Manchester area

by Sara Swanson Michigan has a primary election coming up on Aug. 4. Polls will be open from 7am to 8pm. Primary elections for Democratic…

Sen. Sue Shink talks with residents at Watkins Lake State Park & County Preserve

Sen. Sue Shink talks with residents at Watkins Lake State Park & County Preserve

by Sara Swanson June 15, State Senator Sue Shink who represents Freedom and Sharon townships in the…

HSHV to rehome 30 cats and kittens from Manchester, can you help?

HSHV to rehome 30 cats and kittens from Manchester, can you help?

submitted by Humane Society of Huron Valley  Thirty cats were rescued by the Humane Society…

Scio Church Rd & Zeeb Rd intersection closed for roundabout construction

Scio Church Rd & Zeeb Rd intersection closed for roundabout construction

by Sara Swanson On June 17, the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) closed the intersection…

The 2026 Manchester Fairy Garden Contest winners and map

The 2026 Manchester Fairy Garden Contest winners and map

submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library event coordinator With so many lovely fairy gardens…

The Annual Manchester Fairy Festival of 2026

The Annual Manchester Fairy Festival of 2026

submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Manchester District Library event coordinator Magic was in full bloom at…

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‘The outlook is pretty bleak’: Farmers brace for difficult season

‘The outlook is pretty bleak’: Farmers brace for difficult season

By JULIA ROEDER, Capital News Service LANSING — When Brian Neff retired from the Air Force, he had his eyes on…

In their words: How Michigan governor candidates would build the state economy

In their words: How Michigan governor candidates would build the state economy

by Simon D. Schuster, Bridge Michigan The cost of living, from housing to gasoline, is primed to be a pivotal election…

Don’t spit! Michigan’s strangest local laws trace back to bygone eras

Don’t spit! Michigan’s strangest local laws trace back to bygone eras

by Janelle D. James, Bridge Michigan  Look down as you walk through the city of Marquette and you may see an…

As health care costs rise, could Michigan offer its own insurance?

As health care costs rise, could Michigan offer its own insurance?

by Robin Erb, Bridge Michigan  Thousands of Michiganders could save big if the state were to create its own online health-insurance…

Trump gives ‘total endorsement’ to John James in Michigan governor race

Trump gives ‘total endorsement’ to John James in Michigan governor race

by Simon D. Schuster, Bridge Michigan President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican US Rep. John James to be Michigan’s next governor.…

Michigan preps for an American birthday party muted by political divides

Michigan preps for an American birthday party muted by political divides

by Ron French, Bridge Michigan  By all accounts, it was a festive time in Chelsea in the weeks surrounding the nation’s…

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Photos: Chef Chris rocks last Thursday night!

Photos: Chef Chris rocks last Thursday night!

photos courtesy of Brenda Bancroft, Friends of the Manchester District Library Chef Chris at the Cast Iron Mojo rocked the free Gazebo Concert last Thursday…

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Calendula: an edible, medicinal, and beautiful flower!

Calendula: an edible, medicinal, and beautiful flower!

by Sara Swanson, Manchester Seed Library This year the Manchester Seed Library is participating in One…

How to handle winter driving emergencies

August 2025 Gardening Advice

July 2025 Gardening Advice