SRSLY Manchester welcomes new program coordinator
submitted by SRSLY Coalition The SRSLY Coalition is pleased to introduce Abbey Clark, the new program coordinator for SRSLY Manchester and Stockbridge. In this dual role, Clark will support volunteers in implementing programs and strategies for both coalitions. “Abbey has a passion for helping youth feel supported and valued, which aligns perfectly with SRSLY’s mission,” […]
St. Joe Chelsea to host a community forum Tuesday
With COVID-19 cases rising around the state and in our community, St. Joe's Chelsea will host a live virtual community forum on Tuesday, November 24 at noon. There will an opportunity to submit questions beforehand. An invitation link also will be posted to the hospital's Facebook page. The hospital looks forward to sharing the latest […]
Alternative outdoor seating comes just in time at Klager
Students in Ms. Melissa Yekulis' kindergarten class were the recipients of some "comfy, squishy, and good" chairs to use outdoors when the weather is right as a special learning incentive. The project was funded by local donations to Donors Choose, an online "wish list" for teachers to fund-raise for special projects. At least eight local […]
Obituary: Susan Lynn Kruse
Susan Lynn Kruse, Jackson, MI, Age 68, died Friday, November 20, 2020 at Henry Ford Allegiance Hospital. She was born August 19, 1952 in Adrian, Michigan, the daughter of Gerald & Shirley Jean (Thurman) Bower. Susan graduated from Manchester High School in 1971. She ran an in-home daycare for over 25 years. When Susan and […]
Theis holding virtual coffee hour TODAY
Sen. Lana Theis announced Tuesday that she will be hosting a virtual coffee hour on Monday, Nov. 23 from 4 to 5:30 pm. The event, which will be held via Zoom, will feature special guests Sen. Ed McBroom, who chairs the Senate Oversight Committee, and Sen. Aric Nesbitt, who is the majority vice chair of […]
County offers new COVID-19 testing site to provide saliva testing
The Washtenaw County Health Department has announced, in conjunction with LynxDx and the 2|42 Community Center, that they are offering a new drive-thru COVID-19 testing site in Ann Arbor which opened on Wednesday, November 18. This new site offers contactless saliva testing and will be open to all Michigan residents, with or without insurance. As […]
County-wide Youth Council needs input from Manchester teens
The Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation’s Youth Council, a group of 25 high school students from across Washtenaw County who work together to make an impact on the community through volunteering, service, and philanthropy, has launched the 2020 Youth Needs Assessment. The Needs Assessment was designed by the Youth Council to learn more about the […]
Happy Hearts Feline Rescue Holiday Bazaar on hold
submitted by Jeanne Spencer, Happy Hearts Feline Rescue Sadly, Because of the Governor's recent three-week pause, the Happy Hearts Feline Rescue Holiday Bazaar has been “paused" until further notice. Please continue to monitor your local newspaper for additional announcements. Thank you for your consideration in this matter, your ongoing support, and your donations. They are […]
Roll up your sleeve and get a flu shot--protect yourself and your family
With the holidays coming up, everyone is worried about protecting loved ones from COVID-19. But flu season is also here. Did you get your influenza (flu) shot yet? It’s not too late, but it does take two weeks for the flu vaccine to start working. Influenza is a contagious illness caused by viruses that infect […]
Stories of Wil: What they can't tell you.
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 […]
