Marsha Chartrand

From TikTok to school clinics, Michigan ramps up young teen vaccinations

by Arjun Thakkar (Bridge Michigan) Brandess Wallace didn’t hesitate to make an appointment to vaccinate her two children at East Lansing High School last Thursday, the first day 12-to-15-year-olds were eligible to receive the Pfizer vaccine. Wallace, whose children attend school in Okemos, drove her 12-year-old son Miles and 13-year-old daughter Olivia to the high […]

 Marsha Chartrand

Outdoor farmers market returns during wait for Manchester Market opening

submitted by Kenny Frost, Acorn Farmers’ Market & Café Greetings Acorn Shoppers, We thank you for your patronage on our last indoor market day at 327 W. Main Street. We are grateful to Rhonda for her flexibility in letting us rent month-to-month and congratulate her on selling her building in this rough market! It was […]

 Marsha Chartrand

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 […]

 Marsha Chartrand

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 […]

 Marsha Chartrand

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 […]

 Marsha Chartrand

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 […]

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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 […]

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Sun shines on the Manchester Canoe/Kayak race this year! (photos)

See race winners and results here!  

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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 […]

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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. […]