Senator Lana Theis speaks to area residents at Sharon Township Hall
submitted by Carol Westfall Senator Lana Theis (R-22) held an in-person coffee hour (complete with masks and social distancing) on September 25 at the Sharon Township Hall. Several local residents and Sharon Township officials attended the meeting, which included a good give and take between Theis and the audience. It quickly became clear that one […]
Dutchmen rebound after tough loss; beat Napoleon 26-19
State Power Addison too much for young Dutchmen The strength and experience of the Addison football program showed up on Friday, Sept. 18, as the Panthers beat the Dutchmen 52-0. "We showed sparks doing well but not nearly enough to compete," Coach Ben Pack said after the game. "Our kids are growing daily and we […]
Equestrians are district champs!
"The Manchester Equestrian Team is off to an amazing season," says coach Lydia Rice Coval. Last Sunday, September 20, the team had its final district meet. Manchester won with overall total points to be come district champions. "The team has been working very hard this year despite all of the obstacles," Coval said. "The eight […]
Soccer team defeats rival Clinton to finish out the week
submitted by Scott Somerville The Manchester High School boys varsity soccer team ended their third week of competition on a high note, following a 3-1 victory over rival Clinton on Thursday, September 24. Playing away on a very warm fall afternoon, the Clinton team converted a perfectly placed free kick past an out-stretched Manchester keeper […]
Worth Repeating is making a difference in the community
submitted by JoAnn Okey Worth Repeating was organized earlier this year, with the goal of adding support to our community. And the response of volunteers and donors has been amazing. Getting our store set up and going, stopping for the stay at home order, and restarting or storefront has been an exercise in patience and […]
On a mission to help the schools
submitted by Kathy O'Mara Sharon United Methodist Church, Emanuel Church of Christ, and Amcor joined efforts to provide school supplies to Klager and Riverside Schools. Retired Manchester teachers Mary Lowery and Kathy O’Mara headed up the mission for their respective churches as a way to give back to the community. Carol LaRock, a member at […]
Acorn Farmers' Market & Café is officially "growing"
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Acorn Farmers' Market & Café Board Yay! You did it! The "Grow Acorn Farmers' Market & Café" campaign was a HUGE success. We were able to raise $55,880 and MEDC (Michigan Economic Development Corporation) matched $50,000, bringing our grand total of our fundraiser to $105,880! A huge thank you to the […]
Photos: Car parade honors Manchester Community Schools
Saturday afternoon community members participated in a car parade starting in Emanuel Church's parking lot and ending at the Manchester United Methodist Church parking lot. The event, which was publicized on social media last Wednesday, was to show support for Manchester Community Schools students, teachers, and staff. Fire trucks, a MCS truck and many classic […]
Letter to the Editor: Broadband in Manchester Township – What’s Going On?
September 23, 2020 To the Editor: The issue of poor internet connectivity in our rural communities is one that those of us in Manchester Township are all too aware of. Among other things, Covid has exposed the disparities that exist with digital connectivity. What we’ve known for years is now glaringly evident to everyone — […]
Letter to the Editor: Selecting candidates
September 21, 2020 Dear Editor, Why are you voting for candidate x over y? What do you like about one candidate over the other? What are your values for voting for any candidate? One service organization, Rotary, values these four: truthfulness, fairness for all, build goodwill and better friendships, beneficial for all. How does your […]
