Historical Society calendars now available
Since 1984, the Manchester Area Historical Society (MAHS) has published an annual calendar, celebrating the history of the Manchester community in a variety of ways. Some included original drawings by local artists; some years have had more written historical content than others; more recently the format has used a combination of photographs and shorter stories […]
Obituary: Naomi (Schafer) Rodenbeck
Naomi Pearl (nee Schafer) Rodenbeck, 75, of Onsted, passed away July 13, 2020, from complications of a Covid-19 illness in April. She was born on September 29, 1944, in South Bend, Indiana to Ralph and Ethel (Nolen) Schafer. Naomi married the love of her life and childhood sweetheart, Doyle Rodenbeck, on December 23, 1967, in […]
Surviving coronavirus–at home in Manchester
Last Thursday was Day 112 for Kim Blumenstein. She’s a “survivor” of COVID-19 … but she’s still dealing with the aftermath. “The hardest thing for me is I don’t know what’s next,” she said, “or what’s going to go away and what will remain permanent.” It’s one of the biggest concerns of those who are […]
Cisco: A dog brings people together in conflicted times
It seems like everywhere you turn these days, you find people arguing. Who’s the best political candidate; who’s got the truth about the pandemic; should you or shouldn’t you wear a mask; how much is too much to pay for organic free-range eggs? And that’s just in Manchester. But lately, in Manchester, there’s been a […]
County Health Department identifies multiple Saline COVID-19 cases and exposures
From the Washtenaw County Health Department: A large holiday weekend party in Saline area is linked to over 40 cases and more than 65 exposures to COVID-19, including area businesses, restaurants, a retirement community, and areas outside of Washtenaw County. The Washtenaw County Health Department on Monday confirmed an increase in local COVID-19 cases. The […]
Third Thursday to debut this week
Are you ready to get out of the house and safely interact with your friends and neighbors? Well, there is some great news for you! This Thursday, July 16, despite no Third Thursday in July Chicken Broil, there will be a “Third Thursday” event–the first of this season–from 5 to 9 pm on Adrian Street. […]
Fairy garden walking tours begin!
A walking tour featuring a dozen local Fairy Gardens has shaped up nicely with each garden about a five-minute walk apart, according to organizers. Each of these unique and special gardens were created with love by the participants and can be found all through the village. The Manchester Fairy Garden Tour, sponsored by Acorn Farmers’ […]
Virtual fairy festival was fun for all
What a fun, fairy-filled week the Virtual Fairy Festival was!” says Laura Wohlgemuth, who has headed up the Manchester Farmers Market and its weekly events for the past couple of years. “We really miss seeing everyone at The Manchester Farmers Market and the camaraderie of the weekly events. “We truly have the BEST customers and […]
Four week course to be offered at Victory Baptist Church
A four-week course, “The Gospel and the Culture For Christ’s Love Compels Us,” will be offered through Victory Baptist Church, 419 S. Macomb Street, on consecutive Sunday evenings–July 26, August 2, 9, and 16. In this four-week course participants may study how to strategically respond to issues in the culture. Prof. William Wagner, a well known Christian […]
Obituary: Gloria “Jean” Smith
Gloria Jean Smith, 82, passed away July 11, 2020, peacefully with family by her side. She was born on May 28, 1938, in Manchester, Michigan to Benjamin and Doris (Wurster) Evilsizer. Jean was a lifelong resident of Manchester. Jean married Edwin Grant Smith, on September 17, 1955. She had a love for animals, was always […]
