It took a village to help two strays make it to Humane Society
by Marsha Chartrand On Sunday, July 24, animal lovers from all around the Manchester community came together to help out two desperate senior dogs in need. First seen and reported on Facebook in the area of Bemis and Neal roads in Freedom Township, the two dogs were elusive when caring residents showed up to try […]
Caife Aspire making progress
by Marsha Chartrand It’s been a long, slow start for Caife Aspire, a “kid-centric hub where children can develop their aspirations to guide future careers,“ but things are happening at the former Nellie Ackerson building since it was purchased by Joe Walsh last spring and it is slowly evolving into his vision of a business […]
August’s Third Thursday features “cruise night“
by Marsha Chartrand Are you looking for something fun to do this Thursday afternoon, August 18? From 5pm to 8pm, join your friends and neighbors — including those friends and neighbors you haven’t met yet — downtown on Adrian Street at the Third Thursday event, which will include live music and entertainment, vendors, hayrides, kids’ […]
Library, bike shop join for disc golf program
by Marsha Chartrand On Saturday, August 20, from 10am to 11am, join the staff from Sharon Valley Bicycle Shoppe as they teach you how to play disc golf at the new course in Chi-Bro park. The Manchester District Library is co-sponsoring this program to help promote the new disc golf course at Chi-Bro Park on […]
Freedom Township votes to rezone protected farmland from Agricultural to Industrial
The Freedom Township Planning Commission held a Public Hearing on August 4, 2022 for a rezoning application from Horning Farms. There was initially limited discussion and only a few questions. Following the regular Planning Commission meeting, however, there was considerable discussion about the request to rezone the property so that it could be sold to […]
Senior Market Bucks are back
by Marsha Chartrand Sign up for Senior Market Bucks at Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café this Friday, August 19, from noon to 1:30pm. To be eligible for Senior Market Bucks, you must be 60 years of age AND live in Washtenaw County. These coupons can be used to purchase Michigan-grown fruits, vegetables, eggs, cheese, milk, […]
Passport to Manchester 2022 second event — Saturday, August 20
submitted by Ray Berg, Manchester Area Historical Society Please join us for our second Passport to Manchester event on Saturday, August 20, from 10am to 2pm! This program Is jointly sponsored by the Riverfolk Music and Arts Organization and the Manchester Area Historical Society. It provides a mix of historical presentations and period music, both […]
Does it get any better than FREE chocolate at Acorn?
submitted by Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café Come join Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café this Saturday, August 20, for FREE samples of some amazing chocolate! Mindo Chocolate Makers will be there with their delicious chocolate samples from 10am to 1pm. When asked to share a little more about their company, Mindo Chocolate Makers replied, “Mindo […]
The national 988 mental health lifeline launched. What does that mean locally?
submitted by Washtenaw County Community Mental Health Launched in July, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a national behavioral health initiative, backed by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The 24/7 line is designed to provide a more appropriate pathway for mental health emergencies than 911. Washtenaw County residents can now […]
WCRC roadwork in Bridgewater this week
Bridgewater Township will see crews from the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) at work this week. A rolling dust control operation on unpaved roads throughout the township will continue through at least August 15. In addition, during the week of August 15, Hogan Road between Allen and Logan roads will see intermittent lane closures. The […]
