AxMITAX — what would it mean for Manchester?
by Marsha Chartrand A current ballot proposal in Michigan called AxMITax is collecting signatures to appear on the ballot in November. This proposal seeks to eliminate — not reform — all real and personal property taxes in Michigan, cutting more than $17 billion in funding for schools, roads, recreation, and public safety across the state. […]
Manchester native awarded Lansing PD’s medal of honor
by Marsha Chartrand You don’t always hear the good-guy stories of cops. Manchester has had two such stories of officers saving lives make the news in recent weeks. (See Local WCSO Collaboration Deputy named POAM officer of the year.) The Mirror was recently notified that locally born and bred William Tervo, son of Susan and Wayne […]
Manchester Women’s Soccer begins state playoff run
article and photos by Scott Somerville The Manchester Girls’ Varsity Soccer Team began their state playoff run this past week with district 58 playoff matches against Lenawee Christian School and Clinton High School. As the district host, the Lady Dutch played both matches in Manchester providing the team with the all-important home field advantage as […]
Property values rise as millage rates decrease for city
submitted by the City of Manchester Administration and Staff At the May 20, 2024, City Council meeting a public hearing and vote on the 2024–2025 budget was held, along with the official levying of mills being approved. The Manchester City Council voted to levy the following millages: General Operating Millage: 9.8416 mills (same as last […]
Manchester student Brooklynn Lyos graduates from Albion College
from Albion College Manchester student Brooklynn Lyos recently graduated from Albion College with a degree in psychology. Lyos further received the honor of magna cum laude. The honor of magna cum laude recognizes a graduate with an overall GPA between 3.75 and 3.89. Lyos is the child of Nicholas Lyos and Stephanie Lyos of Manchester […]
Wind, solar farm law won’t make November ballot in Michigan
by Kelly House (Bridge Michigan) A proposed ballot initiative to repeal Michigan’s new statewide renewable energy permitting law will not make the November ballot. Officials with Citizens for Local Choice have until 5 p.m. on Wednesday to turn in the 356,958 signatures needed to place the measure on this fall’s ballot. But in a statement […]
Michigan leaders gather on Mackinac amid deep divides, economic apathy
by Lauren Gibbons (Bridge Michigan) Organizers of an annual conference that draws many of Michigan’s top business executives and political power players say they aim to tackle deep partisan divides they view as impediments to progress. The 2024 Mackinac Policy Conference kicks off Tuesday and will focus on attracting business and new jobs to Michigan, […]
Golf Cart ordinance remains the same after a year of review
by Marsha Chartrand Last year, when residents requested to be able to drive golf carts on the streets of the (then-)village, Council considered the proposal and it was decided to pass the ordinance and review it in one year. Recently the ordinance (§ 73.02 OPERATION OF GOLF CARTS ON VILLAGE STREETS) was reviewed with a […]
Local WCSO Collaboration Deputy named POAM officer of the year
by Marsha Chartrand Sheriff’s deputy Corporal David Sexton, a familiar face in the City of Manchester, was honored by the Police Officer’s Association of Michigan as its Officer of the Year, for a “hero story” that displayed his skills and averted a true crisis within the County. “We are honored to share the exemplary service […]
WCSO — April 2024 police services monthly report
As reported by Lt. Alan Hunt, WCSO During the month of April, there were 160 calls for service in the City of Manchester. During this time, 93 traffic stops were made, resulting in 23 traffic citations. Noteworthy events in the City during the last month include: On April 11, a Collaboration Deputy responded to the […]
