2016 Independence Day Fireworks

While some questioned whether or not fireworks should happen because of the fire risk due to dry conditions, the fireworks went off beautifully with the Fire Department being dispatched only once–to a brush fire in Bridgewater township. The fireworks are paid for each year by the Mens Club. Donations were collected at the entrances at Carr Park but if you missed donating or would like to contribute more  you can mail donations to MANCHESTER MENS CLUB, P.O. Box 171, Manchester, MI 48158.

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Firefighters headed to Bridgewater Township fire.

Manchester resident Chuck Varney dressed as Uncle Sam.

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by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and a founder of the Manchester Mirror.