Vacant building ordinance to be examined by Village Council
by Marsha Chartrand Almost five years ago, in August 2017, the Manchester DDA and Village Council began exploring the idea of an ordinance to regulate unoccupied buildings in the downtown area, some of which had been vacant for several years at the time. At that time, the village was unable to garner adequate support from […]
Gravel Mining – A community information event
submitted by Carol Westfall Over 150 concerned citizens participated in an important community event on Saturday, July 23 at the UAW Hall — Local 1284 in Chelsea. Hosted by Sharon Preservation Society, the event educated Sharon Township and area residents about the serious impacts of sand and gravel mining, including the impact of Senate Bills […]
Thursday’s Gazebo concert features a world premiere with Aaron Jonah Lewis
by Marsha Chartrand After a one-week break, another great concert is on tap at the Manchester Gazebo in Wurster Park this Thursday night, July 28! Locally renowned banjo artist Aaron Jonah Lewis, who has been a popular guest at several Riverfolk events over the years, will be returning with a beautifully varied concert in two […]
Summer’s first “Passport to Manchester” event coming this weekend
by Marsha Chartrand Passport to Manchester returns this weekend, from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, July 30! “Passport to Manchester” is an initiative to explore and highlight landmarks in and around Manchester, through associated historical, visual, musical performance, and cultural diversity themes. This month’s theme event is African American residents and culture in Manchester and […]
Meet the MDL board: Alex McKay, Freedom Township
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library The Manchester District Library Board of Trustees is an all-volunteer governing body made up of two members from each of the library’s participating service areas: Manchester Village, Manchester Township, Bridgewater Township, and Freedom Township. Trustees create and oversee library policies, administer the budget, and set the strategic plan. […]
Volunteer spotlight — Food fare at the fair
Community Resource Center board member Anita Herman will be highlighting different Manchester nonprofits for the Mirror. This article is highlighting the snack shack and its need for volunteers! by Anita Herman Every summer, local residents look forward to the Manchester Community Fair and all of the fun things it has to offer. Folks come from […]
WCSO June 2022 report of police services in the village
During the month of June there were 170 calls for service. During this time 92 traffic stops were made, resulting in 14 citations. Noteworthy events in Manchester Village during the month include: On June 18, a collaboration deputy was dispatched to the 400 block of Adrian Street for a report of a larceny from building. […]
Obituary: Genevieve Lemon
On November 23, 2021, in Buckland, Massachusetts, Genevieve House Lemon, life-long follower of Jesus, slipped this Earthly realm into the full glory and loving arms of the Lord. Her last days were filled with continuous expressions of love, Bible readings, tender touches, music made, and hymns sung by her family. On August 2nd, 1924, Genevieve […]
Obituary: Yvonne M. Kilpatrick
Yvonne Marie Kilpatrick, 66, of Manchester, formerly of Saline, passed away July 20, 2022. She was born on November 1, 1955, in Ann Arbor, to Clarence and Irene (Payeur) Swanson. Yvonne married the late Richard Kilpatrick in Toledo, Ohio in 1985. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and aunt. Yvonne was […]
Michigan seeks to delay minimum wage, paid leave hike amid court appeal
by Jonathan Oosting (Bridge Michigan) State attorneys are appealing a ruling that struck down 2018 GOP amendments to paid sick leave and minimum wage initiatives The state wants to delay enforcement of the original initiative language until the appeal is resolved Business groups argue rules could slow COVID recovery LANSING – Attorneys for the state […]
