Join the Chamber of Commerce’s $10 Challenge!
Calling all Manchester residents! We all enjoy gathering together as a community, year around. In the summer we have Third Thursdays; in the fall we all look forward to Halloween activities at the Gazebo, and as the holidays approach we are fortunate to have late-night holiday shopping and of course, Christmas in the Village! New […]
Worth Repeating auction garners $940
Worth Repeating held a silent auction of a variety of unique and valuable donated items through May 8, which was very successful and expects to earn a total of $940 for the charity resale shop’s efforts. Handmade quilts, original artwork, and luxury handbags were just some of the items offered on which bidders could take […]
Emanuel Church ice cream trailer returns starting on Wednesday
Emanuel Church has a mission “to serve our community and its people in any way we can,” says Karen Bennett. Whether it be within the church or out somewhere helping and blessing others, the members of Emanuel want to be involved. One way that they have chosen to be present in the Manchester community is […]
Manchester CRC/Chamber annual golf outing fundraiser, set for June 12
submitted by Ray Berg, Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce In the category of returning traditions, the 17th Annual Manchester Golf Outing Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, June 12, at the Clark Lake Golf Course in Brooklyn. Bring your clubs and join the fun! This event is sponsored jointly by the Manchester Community Resource Center […]
Second annual Fairy Garden Market, contest hosted by Acorn this week
submitted by Laura Wohlgemuth, Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café Board Acorn’s Outdoor Market will be hosting a special Fairy Garden Market this Thursday, May 20, complete with all the supplies you’ll need to create a magical fairy garden. You can even learn about the history of Fairy Gardens! Clever Creations by Amy will have adorable […]
Sun shines on the Manchester Canoe/Kayak race this year! (photos)
See race winners and results here!
Varsity girls’ soccer remains undefeated, draws first seed in playoffs
Manchester’s varsity soccer team continued its dream season this week, according to co-coach Scott Somerville. “They had only one game on Wednesday May 12 vs. Jackson Christian, and won 8-0,” Somerville said. “The (team is) now 11-0 and drew a 1st seed in the playoffs for Division 4, District 53.” Nine of the team’s 11 […]
Youth football program sign up starts
Manchester 2021 Youth Fundamental Football Camp for all students entering grades K-6 this fall, will be held from 6-8 pm on July 28, 29, and 30 on the turf at the MHS football stadium. The camp will focus on football passing, catching, ball security skills and football FUNdamentals, according to varsity football coach Ben Pack. […]
Obituary: Shirley E. Parker
Shirley Elizabeth Parker, 85, of Manchester, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021 at Henry Ford Allegiance Hospital, Jackson. Shirley’s family and friends will gather Tuesday, May 18, 2021 from 5 – 7 pm and Wednesday, May 19, 2021 from 10 – 11 am at Eineder Funeral Homes – Brooklyn Chapel. Her funeral service will be […]
Stories of Wil: A Perpetual Student
submitted by Christie Taylor Wil is a 14-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 […]
