Road work advisory- Bartlett Road in Bridgewater Township
Starting Monday, October 26, Gerken Paving will begin a road resurfacing project on Bartlett Road between the county line and Allen Road in Bridgewater Township. The road will not be closed to traffic, but delays are likely due to lane restrictions. WCRC encourages motorists, emergency services and others to use an alternate route. The road […]
Halloween caramel apples and pumpkin bowling at Acorn
Although there will be no caramel apples or pumpkin bowling this year at the Gazebo on Halloween evening, there will be free pumpkin bowling and caramel apple kit handout from 2-4 pm on Oct. 31 in the parking lot of Acorn Farmers Market and Café parking lot, 327 West Main. The caramel apple treat kits […]
Guidelines for Staying COVID-safe this Halloween
from the Washtenaw County Health Department During fall holidays like Halloween, it's important to be COVID-safe! Things will look different this year, but we can still have fun and prevent the spread of COVID-19 by wearing face coverings, social distancing, washing our hands often, and staying home when sick. When celebrating Halloween or other fall […]
Manchester District Library expands services and programming
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library Manchester District Library services have continued to expand since phased re-opening began in July. Balancing community needs with public health guidelines, MDL is operating with special hours and policies in place. Visit manchesterlibrary.info/covid-19-service-updates.html for the most up-to-date information. Patrons can now choose from three service options: Curbside pickup: […]
Halloween fun at the library: All Hallows Read
The Manchester District Library will be hosting in-person spooky fun on Halloween. Kids, visit the library from 10 am-2 pm on October 31 for All Hallow's Read. The library will be handing out books instead of candy. This year choose between Pete the Cat or a How to Draw Your Own Monster book (while supplies […]
October 2020 Student of the Month, Jacob Mann
The October 2020 Manchester Community Schools Foundation Student of the Month for Manchester High School is Jacob Mann, the son of Jeff and Becky Mann. He is currently the president of the Key Club, Drama Club, and government, while also actively being involved in the link crew and quiz bowl. Jacob is the Senior Drum […]
September 2020 Student of the Month, Amelia Waters
The Manchester Community Schools Foundation’s September 2020 Student of the Month for Manchester High School is Amelia Waters. Amelia is the daughter of Brian and Lisa Waters. Amelia is actively involved in the Manchester High School National Honor Society, and has been on the Softball team for the last five years. Amelia spends her falls working […]
Board of Commissioners seeking volunteers for Commission on Aging
The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners is looking for people to volunteer for positions on the Washtenaw County Commission on Aging. The Board of Commissioners will make these appointments at its upcoming session on November 18, 2020 at 6:45 pm. Individuals interested in applying should apply online at https://ewashtenaw.formstack.com/forms/board_application. If you are unable to submit […]
Stories of Wil: The science of Galileo and Prince Wil
Submitted by Christie Taylor Wil is a 13-year-old boy with Down syndrome. He is the little brother, by 20 months, to twin sisters, Katherine and Elizabeth. Wil’s mom, Christie, knew very little about Down syndrome when Wil was diagnosed shortly after his birth. It didn’t take long for Christie to realize how enriching life with […]
Months after COVID, 1 in 4 Michiganders studied have yet to recover
By Robin Erb (Bridge) Months after being infected by COVID-19, 1 in 4 Michiganders surveyed reported they had not fully recovered. Rather, COVID survivors report facing lingering illness, heightened anxiety, and economic uncertainty, according to a joint study led by the University of Michigan and made public Wednesday. “We knew that the pandemic has caused a lot […]
