Steinmetz is offered superintendent position at Madison
Manchester superintendent Nick Steinmetz, after serving for just 17 months in the position, was recently among the pool of interviewees for a similar position at Madison Schools in Lenawee County. An article in the Adrian Daily Telegram on Saturday indicated that the selection committee had announced Steinmetz as their candidate of choice for the position, […]
Downtown gears up for Small Business Saturday
On November 30, a number of Manchester stores and restaurants will be taking part in the 10th annual holiday shopping tradition that helps to bring communities together in support of their favorite small businesses. Nine years ago, in the midst of the largest recession in recent memory, American Express started to promote Small Business Saturday […]
MFS Christmas Shop announces adoption program and gift giving
Submitted by Mary Sue Moore, Manchester Family Service As the holiday season approaches, Manchester Family Service (MFS) seek ways to brighten the lives of those families and individuals in need through its annual Christmas Project. Through this annual activity, MFS coordinates the efforts of persons, organizations and businesses in our community to provide gifts, food, […]
Nutrition class set for Dec. 8
Do you have questions about how to eat well and support your health through food? Manchester United Methodist Church is partnering with Eastern Michigan University’s Dietetics Program to host a nutrition class on Sunday, Dec. 8 from noon to 1 pm. The class will include free food tastings, educational handouts, and an opportunity to ask […]
It’s definitely “worth” a retake
Sometimes, the most unusual things can spur on a movement. And so it is with a new effort under way in Manchester, to revive the former “Worth Repeating” charity resale shop and provide an opportunity for reviving the downtown, encouraging volunteerism, and giving a new avenue for community giving. “On October 26, I attended a […]
December filled with holiday cheer at Manchester District Library
submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library December at the library begins with a sock drive in support of the Manchester Community Resource Center. Donations of new socks in all sizes and styles are welcome through Friday, December 20. Later in the month, the Manchester Quilting Guild will refresh their display with quilts of the […]
‘Tis the Season for Preventing Flu
The Washtenaw County Health Department encourages everyone six months and older to get vaccinated against flu (influenza) before the holiday season. Sporadic cases of flu are being reported in Washtenaw County, and rates of illness typically increase during or after the December holidays. Good hand-washing, covering your cough, and staying away from others when sick […]
WCSO report: October 2019 police activity in Village of Manchester
Newsworthy activity during the month of October, 2019, as provided by Sgt. Beth Gieske and Lt. Lisa King to the Village of Manchester On October 9, 2019 Deputies were dispatched to the 700 block of E. Main Street for a Malicious Destruction of Property. Two juveniles spray painted picnic tables and walls. The juveniles have […]
Road work this week
Road work in the local area during this shortened work week will be limited to completing projects that may have been delayed by the snowfall earlier in November. In Bridgewater Township, Braun Road between Clinton and McCollum Roads will have daytime closures for limestone resurfacing. Also in Bridgewater, Fisk Road between Lima Center and McCollum […]
Letter to the Editor: Thanks from David’s Coat Room
November 24, 2019 Dear Manchester, David’s Coat Room was founded one year ago. It started as an idea to honor the memory of my father, David, of his giving spirit by helping those in need of warm coats in Winter. I could not have done this without the Community of Manchester. I have been overwhelmed […]
