MFS Christmas Shop brightens the holidays for many
The Manchester Family Service Christmas Shop was held on December 21 and it was another resounding success for this annual Manchester tradition in which many local volunteers participate. It all begins in the middle of October, when Manchester Family Service (MFS) clients are given forms to complete asking if they wish to participate in the […]
Manchester residents have some of the longest commutes in the county
The Washtenaw County Department of Health released data for average commute to work times for residents in different areas of Washtenaw County. These calculations were made based on the American Community Survey conducted by the US Census Bureau between 2013 and 2017. The Health Department determined the average travel time to work in Washtenaw County […]
MAHS to discuss one-room schoolhouses Thursday night
Submitted by Ray Berg The Manchester Area Historical Society will hold its monthly meeting at 7 pm on Thursday, January 9, at the Kingsley-Jenter House, 302 E. Main St. The presentation of one-room schoolhouses, organized by Ray Berg, Sue LaRocque, and David Renner, will provide an overview of the Manchester area one-room schoolhouses, which existed […]
Crazy Ca$h tickets on sale, new venue!
Manchester Community Schools is planning the 21st Annual Crazy Ca$h night March 14th. This year the venue has been moved to the High School commons, as the space is larger than the Borek & Jennings Legacy Events Center. The shift of weekends from the first weekend of March to mid-March is to better coincide with […]
Acorn thanks the Manchester community
Many small things are adding up to some pretty big doings at the Acorn Farmers Market and Café! On Friday, a small "thank you" to from the Acorn board to donors, the community, vendors, volunteers, and customers at the Winter Farmers Market appeared in several venues on social media. "2019 was an incredible year. With […]
Register now for DNR's Run for the Trees 5K
Registration is open for the Department of Natural Resource's Happy Little 5K. No matter how you reach the finish line – walk, run or hike – you pick the pace and the place. Just be sure to complete your virtual 5K anywhere outdoors sometime between April 17-26. That’s 10 days including two full weekends and, […]
Habitat ramble in the Leonard Preserve
Join Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation's Kelsey Dehring on Saturday, January 25 from 10 am to noon in the Leonard Preserve for a habitat ramble. The varying habitats of Leonard Preserve are a perfect way to take in the beauty of winter. You’ll explore along the river, fields, and forests, practice tree ID, and hopefully […]
Senior Newsletter THE TRUMPETER - January 2020
The January 2020 edition of Manchester’s Newsletter for Seniors, THE TRUMPETER, is now available. Download it here: 2020 January Trumpeter. The Senior meal will resume on Tuesday, January 7th.
Obituary: Edward "Ted" Curley
Edward “Ted” “Papa” Curley passed away at 85 on January 7, 2020. He was born on January 7, 1935 to R.D and Rose (Tully) Curley in Manistique, MI. Ted married Betty Fink (love of his life) in Manchester, MI, celebrating their 62nd wedding anniversary in June 2019. They had three wonderful children; Jill (Doug) Esch […]
Public Notice: Bridgewater
BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING SYNOPSIS 02-Jan-20 The regular monthly meeting of the Bridgewater Township Board of Trustees was called to order by Supervisor Fromhart at 7:02 p.m. Four board members were present (quorum) with 6 citizens in attendance. Board heard citizen participation. Board approved the 12-Dec-20 meeting minutes as amended. Board approved the […]
