Health survey shows Manchester has more marijuana usage & less access to fresh produce than surrounding communities
This Spring, the 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) conducted a health survey of residents of Manchester, Chelsea, Stockbridge, Grass Lake and Dexter. They conducted a similar survey five years ago over the phone. While the survey resulted in interesting changes between the Manchester results from five years ago and the present, including a 48% decrease […]
What’s in the River: Agricultural and yard runoff
by Claire Pajka Fertilizers contain added phosphorus and nitrogen to help plants grow, but unfortunately these nutrients don’t have the same positive effect on rivers that they do on fields. While they may help crops grow, if these fertilizers get into water, they can not only disrupt the natural balance of the ecosystem, but cause […]
No Internet? No problem! Check out a library mobile hotspot
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library For library patrons who may be struggling with internet access, the Manchester District Library has a new solution. In addition to providing free 24/7 internet access outside the Village building, patrons can now check out a mobile hotspot to access the internet at home. Not sure what a […]
Corn roast and live entertainment to celebrate Acorn's Patronicity drive
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café As a grand finale to our Patronicity Campaign, Acorn Farmers’ Market, along with the Manchester Men’s Club and Riverfolk Music and Arts, will be hosting the traditional Manchester Farmers Market Corn Roast now at Acorn on Saturday, September 5, from noon-2 pm. Come get your FREE […]
Stories of Wil: A Wild Ride
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 Down syndrome is. Embracing […]
Theis to hold virtual, in-person coffee hours
Sen. Lana Theis announced on Tuesday that she will be hosting a virtual coffee hour on Monday, Aug. 24 and in-person opportunities on Friday, Aug. 28. The events are open to district residents to express their opinions or concerns about state government or to request assistance with a state issue. Anyone planning on attending must wear a face […]
Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café: So Many Community Connections
This letter is written to the community on behalf of the Acorn Farmers Market & Café, by board member Ruth VanBogelen. It is part of a series of articles submitted by the Acorn Board of Directors, to promote the Patronicity drive supporting the new market in Manchester. As of Monday morning, the drive has $33,115 […]
County upgrades emergency alert system from Nixle to Everbridge
The county announced last week that they have upgraded their emergency alert system and are no longer using the Nixle Program. If you were previously receiving emergency alerts from the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office and would like to continue receiving alerts, or if you weren’t previously but would like to start receiving alerts, you can […]
Obituary: Wilma Elaine Lentz
Wilma Elaine Lentz, born on March 5, 1931, in Sharon Township, the youngest child of Hazel Sutton Alber and Fred Alber, passed on Monday, August 24, 2020. On May 5, 1951, she married her high school sweetheart, Ambrose Lentz at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Manchester. Wilma was a member of St. Mary’s Church and […]
Public Notice: Village of Manchester
VILLAGE OF MANCHESTER PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING September 16th, 2020, 7:00 P.M. Notice is hereby given that the Manchester Village Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, September 16th, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. PLEASE CONSULT THE VILLAGE WEBSITE (www.vil-manchester.org) OR CALL THE VILLAGE OFFICE (734 428-7877) THE WEEK OF THE HEARING […]
